How Do You Grow Plants From Seeds?
The obvious benefit of growing plants from seeds is the cost. However, it also intriguing to see what will grow from the little things. One of my favorite houseplant was a grapefruit tree that sprouted from a seed I spit into one of my kitchen house plants! It grew into a 6 foot tall glossy green and fragrant bush! Have a little fun by experimenting with planting seeds! Generally, the smaller the seed, the less dirt it needs as a covering. Some flower seeds, like poppies, are basically just sprinkled on the surface of moist soil. Cover these containers with plastic wrap until you see sprouts emerging. Medium-sized seeds usually need about a quarter inch of dirt covering them. The best thing for little seedlings is to keep their roots undisturbed until they are planted in their permanent setting. So make sure you give them enough soil. Larger seeds like beans can be planted a little deeper and usually need less care since they derive their early nutrition from the actual seed. The most
