Children enjoy watching seeds germinate. This is especially true when seeds are sprouting quickly. Alfalfa ( Medicago the sativa) is a very easy to cultivate seed which should begin to sprout within a week. To see the seeds germinate in the soil, sprinkle a few alfalfa seedlings on a sheet of wet paper towel.
What you will need:
A packet of seeds from alfalfa (about 1.5g)
A small plate or saucer
Three pieces of paper towel
A spray mister or small water container
How to Grow:
Make sure to wet three pieces of paper towel and lay them on top each other flat on a table.
Then , drain the water from the plate. The paper towel needs to be dampened, but the seeds should not be floating in the water.
Sprinkle the seeds in a thick layer on the paper towel.
Set it on a sunny window and water to stop the paper towel from drying out. To dampen seeds, make use of a spray bottle, or mister to do so. You can also add water to the saucer with a cup or small jug.
Everyday, you should check your seeds to determine how they're developing.
Troubleshooting
Alfalfa seeds are very easy to plant and should sprout within 2 to 6 days. Here are a few things to keep an eye on when your seeds fail to germinate within this time.
Too dry: شركات البذور الزراعية في مصر (fileforum.com) Seeds need water to develop. Alfalfa seeds absorb about their weight in water prior to sprouting, which makes them appear as if they've gotten bigger. Seeds that aren't dry enough are not able to sprout. Make sure to add more water to your plate to make sure that the seeds are moist but not floating in water. It is also possible to soak the seeds for a few hours. Just make sure to drain them and rinse them thoroughly prior to transferring them onto a paper towel.
Too moist Seeds that are too moist could cause their roots and sprouts to decay before they are able to grow. Also, it is possible that mould can begin to grow around the seeds. Although it's fine for the paper towel and seeds to remain damp but they shouldn't submerge in water. Each time you water or mist the seeds, drain any excess water.
Too hot or cold: شركات البذور الزراعية في مصر The best temperature for alfalfa to grow is 20-25degC. If you're growing your seed indoors in winter, set them in a warm location. It is possible that you will need to regularly water your seeds when you plant them in extreme temperatures. They'll dry much faster.
What you will need:A packet of seeds from alfalfa (about 1.5g)
A small plate or saucer
Three pieces of paper towel
A spray mister or small water container
How to Grow:
Make sure to wet three pieces of paper towel and lay them on top each other flat on a table.
Then , drain the water from the plate. The paper towel needs to be dampened, but the seeds should not be floating in the water.
Sprinkle the seeds in a thick layer on the paper towel.
Set it on a sunny window and water to stop the paper towel from drying out. To dampen seeds, make use of a spray bottle, or mister to do so. You can also add water to the saucer with a cup or small jug.
Everyday, you should check your seeds to determine how they're developing.
Troubleshooting
Alfalfa seeds are very easy to plant and should sprout within 2 to 6 days. Here are a few things to keep an eye on when your seeds fail to germinate within this time.
Too dry: شركات البذور الزراعية في مصر (fileforum.com) Seeds need water to develop. Alfalfa seeds absorb about their weight in water prior to sprouting, which makes them appear as if they've gotten bigger. Seeds that aren't dry enough are not able to sprout. Make sure to add more water to your plate to make sure that the seeds are moist but not floating in water. It is also possible to soak the seeds for a few hours. Just make sure to drain them and rinse them thoroughly prior to transferring them onto a paper towel.
Too moist Seeds that are too moist could cause their roots and sprouts to decay before they are able to grow. Also, it is possible that mould can begin to grow around the seeds. Although it's fine for the paper towel and seeds to remain damp but they shouldn't submerge in water. Each time you water or mist the seeds, drain any excess water.
Too hot or cold: شركات البذور الزراعية في مصر The best temperature for alfalfa to grow is 20-25degC. If you're growing your seed indoors in winter, set them in a warm location. It is possible that you will need to regularly water your seeds when you plant them in extreme temperatures. They'll dry much faster.
