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5. Better Germination with Seed Stratification
In this episode of the Blooming Garden podcast, Jane Westoby discusses the essential aspects of seed sowing, focusing on the often-overlooked process of seed stratification. Explaining how to recreate natural conditions for seeds to germinate, emphasizing the importance of temperature, light, and moisture and providing practical tips for gardeners to improve their seed germination success.
Takeaways
Seed stratification is crucial for certain seeds.
Understanding your seeds' needs to improve germination rates.
Temperature and light play a significant role in seed germination.
Water and oxygen are also essential for seed growth.
Using heated mats to speed up germination.
Moisture levels must be monitored closely during germination with lids to help maintain moisture
Resources mentioned in this Episode:
Seed Stratification Blog
Growing Orlaya Grandiflora Blog
Growing Bells of Ireland Blog
Growing Lisianthus Blog
Follow The Hampshire Seed Company and the untamed Garden :
The Blooming Garden Podcast
instagram.com/thehampshireseedcompany
thehampshireseedco.com
Rate, Review & Follow
If you love gardening and you have found this podcast useful then please consider to rate and review the show. It helps us to keep going and produce even more resources for you to grow and sow better.
If you haven't done so already then do follow the podcast now and let us know what you loved most about this episode.
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By Jane WestobyIn this episode of the Blooming Garden podcast, Jane Westoby discusses the essential aspects of seed sowing, focusing on the often-overlooked process of seed stratification. Explaining how to recreate natural conditions for seeds to germinate, emphasizing the importance of temperature, light, and moisture and providing practical tips for gardeners to improve their seed germination success.
Takeaways
Seed stratification is crucial for certain seeds.
Understanding your seeds' needs to improve germination rates.
Temperature and light play a significant role in seed germination.
Water and oxygen are also essential for seed growth.
Using heated mats to speed up germination.
Moisture levels must be monitored closely during germination with lids to help maintain moisture
Resources mentioned in this Episode:
Seed Stratification Blog
Growing Orlaya Grandiflora Blog
Growing Bells of Ireland Blog
Growing Lisianthus Blog
Follow The Hampshire Seed Company and the untamed Garden :
The Blooming Garden Podcast
instagram.com/thehampshireseedcompany
thehampshireseedco.com
Rate, Review & Follow
If you love gardening and you have found this podcast useful then please consider to rate and review the show. It helps us to keep going and produce even more resources for you to grow and sow better.
If you haven't done so already then do follow the podcast now and let us know what you loved most about this episode.