How to Check Seed Germination? 0 12

Each garden crop has its own storage and germination periods for seeds. To check the germination of large seeds (such as pumpkin, peas, cucumbers, and beans), they are placed in a small amount in a warm place (+25…27 degrees) between two layers of wood shavings, previously well-soaked with boiling water.

The degree of seed germination is determined as the ratio of germinated seeds to those that did not germinate. For example, if 7 out of 10 seeds germinate, the germination rate will be 70%. This is considered a good indicator.

Small seeds (cabbage, carrots, and dill) are placed between damp napkins in a warm place (up to +25 degrees). To determine which seeds will germinate, they can be placed in water for 5-10 minutes. Those that float and remain on the surface are empty or spoiled, while good seeds will stay at the bottom of the container.

Tomato, cabbage, and radish seeds should be soaked in salted water (about 10 g of salt per glass of water).

It is important to remember that cucumber seeds do not store for more than 5 years. For successful germination, they require an air temperature of +19 to +25 degrees.

Tomatoes retain their germination for 5-6 years. At a germination temperature of +22…25 degrees, tomato seed sprouts appear on the 5th to 7th day. It is recommended to pre-soak tomato seeds in a growth stimulant.

Beans, peas, and lentils retain their germination for 3-5 years. They should be germinated at a temperature of +10…11 degrees. Sprouts appear on the 10th day after sowing.

Watermelon seeds have a storage life of 6 to 8 years, and they germinate at a temperature of +20…30 degrees, sprouting just 2-3 days after sowing.

Pepper and parsley appear around the 7th day, while radish sprouts emerge in 3-4 days.

Eggplants germinate best if their seeds are placed in a nutrient solution (dilute a complex fertilizer in 1 liter of water) for a day at a temperature of +25 degrees.