Instruction
Prepare Soil: Use well-draining soil, mix in compost, and check pH (ideally 6.0-7.5).
Planting Time: Follow seed packet recommendations; generally plant after the last frost. "&"
Sow Seeds: "&"
Indoors: Use seed trays or pots with seed-starting mix. "&"
Outdoors: Direct sow into garden beds. "&"
Depth: Plant seeds at 2-3 times their diameter. "&"
Spacing: Follow packet instructions. "&"
Watering: Moisten soil before planting and keep it consistently moist but not waterlogged. "&"
Light: Provide adequate lightsunlight or grow lights for indoor seeds. "&"
Temperature: Maintain 65-75F (18-24C) for germination. "&"
Germination: Wait for seeds to sprout, typically within the timeframe on the packet. "&"
Thinning: Thin seedlings to recommended spacing once they have a few true leaves. "&"
Transplanting: Harden off indoor seedlings before moving them outdoors. "&"
Care: Water regularly, weed, fertilize, and monitor for pests. "&"