Growing vegetables from seedlings does not require specialized knowledge, but it is certainly labor-intensive. Anyone can sow seeds in his garden, from which vegetables will grow in a few months.
All it takes is a little patience, and in the summer you can admire your harvest.
Which vegetables to grow from seedlings, that is, which seeds are worth getting?
It depends on our individual needs. Sometimes we need a vegetable just for personal use, so that we can throw the veggies into a soup or season a spring salad. It is worth getting seeds of spinach, which contains a lot of nutritional value and is healthy, an alternative is arugula, radicchio or lettuce. The seeds of these vegetables can be sown and grown at home, such as on the balcony or terrace. The list of vegetables that we can grow from seedlings is very long. At the moment, seeds of virtually all vegetables that can be grown in temperate climates are available on the horticultural market. These can include carrot seeds, in colors ranging from dark purple to white, parsley in root or parsley, annual or perennial chives, celery, radishes, etc. To choose from, to color.
How to sow vegetable seeds for seedling?
Each vegetable has a specific sowing date, most often it is early spring, but there are also some that are sown throughout the year. Such information is most often provided by the manufacturer on the package. Special sowing containers are available in garden stores, these are small boxes into which you pour the soil and then put the seeds. The important information is to put a couple of seeds in each tray, as they will still grow the strongest seedlings, which will be the most fruitful and resistant to harsh weather conditions. Before sowing, it is a good idea to check our seeds for damage, and some may need to be soaked in water beforehand. Vegetable seedlings that grow from seed are transplanted directly into the ground in greenhouses or gardens.
Under what conditions to sow seeds and grow vegetables?
Seeds scattered into containers or boxes should be sheltered from the wind and excessive sun, and should be watered frequently and not allowed to dry out. One of the best solutions is a greenhouse, which further protects seeds and seedlings from possible frosts, which can happen in early spring. Some people choose to sow under home conditions, and this is not a bad idea as long as we have enough space. Most often, after a few weeks the first seedlings should appear. It is good to place the seedling in the ground, in the hollows made beforehand, this will provide our plant with better moisture. Especially at this time it should be watered frequently. Let’s fertilize the ground for the winter, immediately after harvesting, otherwise our seedling, as a result of providing it with too many compounds, may wither.
Advantages of sowing vegetables in seedlings
First, and perhaps most important for the gardener, is the opportunity to watch our seed grow until it finally turns into a vegetable that can be eaten. Sowing seeds is a pleasure in itself, if only we can find the time to do it. Vegetables that grow from seed are used in tasty salads, soups or eaten raw. Our own vegetables from sowing are the healthiest, because we take care of them ourselves without providing them with artificial fertilizers and minerals. In addition, some vegetables are aesthetically pleasing and please our eye in the garden during flowering. It is worth sowing vegetable seeds yourself, as it brings much satisfaction and is an irreplaceable relaxation.