Using a screwdriver [or your finger ]create five to six holes that are 1 inch deep[. New seeds tend to have more successful germination rates than the left over packets from last year; a good rule for every five fresh seeds planted. of thumb is to expect one plant to grow for every five fresh seeds planted grow.
Plant seeds
Drop one or two seeds in each hole, then cover with a thin layer of potting soil. A faster option: Purchase seedling and transplant them into containers. Use your fingers to gently tease the roots apart before planting. This way the roots will be able to spread easily into the new soil.
Tend the garden.
After planting, make sure to keep the soil moist to the touch. Push your index finger into the soil about an inch ,if it's dry, water the soil itself [rather than the leaves, because wet leaves encourage plant diseases].Add fertilizer to the plants every two to three weeks, according to the package directions.
Source: Anna Davies, Redbook Magazine, July 2009
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