Seed starting using peat pellets
It’s that time of the year….spring planting. The anticipated seed starting using pellets process has begun. It’s like a good ole science project, gone right. I’ve been using this process for sowing seeds for years and my garden never disappoints.
Seed starting using peat pellets
I am in garden zone 8a and always get a jump start on sowing our seeds indoors late winter or early spring. I do this because by the time any chance of last minute freezes are over, my plants will be mature enough to plant in the garden ground.
What is a peat pellet
What exactly is a peat pellet? Peat pellets are used to begin sowing seeds indoors before planting season. They are little disks of dehydrated peat (accumulation of partially decayed vegetation or organic matter) that are held together by a biodegradable netting. To expand the pellets all you have to do is add water.
Using peat pellets
- Determine how many peat pellets you need
Based on your garden plan ( you should have one) determine how many peat pellets you need for your plants and place in a tray. I use Jiffy seed starting peat pellets and Jiffy see starting greenhouse.
- Expand your pellets
Add enough water to your tray to cover half the height of the peat pellets. It’s not necessary to completely submerge. Wait 5 mins for the pellets to expand.
- Add your seeds
Place your seed in the middle of the peat pellet. Push seed down below the surface.
- Water and watch grow
Mist your peat pellets every couple of days or as needed. Seeds will begin to germinate typically in 5 days. Make sure your greenhouse cover stays closed and it receives plenty of bright light.
- Plant in the garden
When you are ready to place your plants in the garden ( all depends on your climate conditions) simply take each individual plant/pellet and place in the ground.
Other tips
Starting seeds in peat pellets is such an easy process that any level of gardener can do. Using the cover on the greenhouse helps to contain any moisture and ensures that your plants are getting sufficient water each day. If you don’t have a tray with a cover, using plastic wrap over the top of the tray, works just as good.
By following this process and sowing your seeds in peat pellets, this is what you will have in your garden before you know it. ( This was our beans last year)
Happy Gardening!
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Can you do this with bulbs?
Can’t wait for pictures of your garden!
Thank you for sharing this great tip!
Great garden tip!
thanks!