How to Sow Organic Seeds in the Garden
There are many things you need to know to successfully sow your seeds in the garden. Many people choose to start the seeds indoors to get a jumpstart on the season. Having all items on hand and knowing the proper steps will ensure you are giving your organic seeds the best chance possible. Take the time to read packages and plan your sowing schedule accordingly.
Even the newest gardener can have a successful garden all it takes is a little patience and organization you will have it figured out in now time.
- Start your compost the year before you plant your garden, if possible. This gives you a truly organic soil.
- Determine the proper time to sow your seeds by finding out when the last frost date is.
- Decide how you will plant each section and try to consider proper spacing.
- Prepare your garden area by loosening soil and removing weeds, grass and other intrusive plants. Turn the soil and work by hand as much as possible, to reducing overworking it.
- Read up on a technique called double digging if you plan to sow directly into the ground, otherwise you will want to build a raised bed and fill it with organic compost soil. If you did not start your compost the year before, you can purchase it.
- The best way to plant a seed is to use your finger to make a hole and drop the seed in and lightly cover with soil and pat gently.
- Once all seeds are in the ground, you will need to water. Do not use a pressure hose, your seeds will float away. A light sprinkler or soaker hose works best. Do not flood the area only lightly wet it.
- The area should be kept damp as germination happens and until the plant begins to grow its adult leaves.