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Starting your own plants is rewarding and economical. Success depends on a clean, fine mix, even moisture and enough light after germination.
Core guide
Sowing time, depth, temperature and light needs differ between species. The seed packet is your first reference.
Use fresh seed-starting mix. A thin covering of vermiculite keeps moisture even around seeds; perlite helps cuttings root in an airy medium.
Seedlings stretch in weak light. Use clean containers and avoid keeping the mix saturated to reduce the risk of damping off.
Usually 4–8 weeks before planting out, depending on the species. Check the packet for your crop.
Collapse at soil level often points to damping off, linked to excess moisture and poor hygiene. Review conditions before resowing.
Many cuttings root well in perlite or a perlite-rich mix kept slightly moist.
Optional materials that support the steps above. Choose what your plants actually need.
Expert pickSeed sowing & moisture
Balances moisture and nutrients for seedlings and herbs.
Fraction: 1–5 mm
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Aeration & rooting
A lightweight mineral that aerates dense potting mixes.
Fraction: 0–6 mm
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Starter setUrban growing
A practical starter set for herbs and vegetables in containers.
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The growing note
