How to plant watermelon seeds after germination? How to sow watermelon seeds after germination

Watermelon is a common fruit that is loved by people and is planted on a large scale every year. Watermelons are usually planted with seeds , so how to plant watermelon seeds after they germinate?

Watermelon seed germination and planting steps

1. Drying seeds

Before the seeds are processed, they need to be exposed to the sun. The exposure time should not be too long. Generally, it is only a few hours to remove some moisture from the seeds. During the exposure period, the seeds should be turned over to ensure uniform heating and water loss. Do not expose only one side. This will make it easier for the seeds to germinate and is good for soaking.

2. Seed soaking

When soaking seeds, be sure to soak them in warm water, usually around 50 degrees. The skin is thinner and can adjust the temperature. In any case, it will not harm the seeds. Usually the water temperature will gradually drop. After soaking the seeds for a period of time, the water temperature drops. There is no need to stir, just soak the seeds directly.

3. Keep warm and germinate

The seeds can be germinated after they have imbibed, which takes about one to two days. Germination mainly involves keeping warm. There are many methods. For example, if conditions permit, you can wrap the seeds in gauze in an insulated container and set the temperature at 22-25 degrees.

Wash once a day, and germinate after a few days or at body temperature. Generally, the seeds are wrapped in a wet cloth and then wrapped in a waterproof cloth bag. They germinate at body temperature and can be checked and removed after germination. Germination is mostly done by heat preservation.

4. Rapid germination

If the sowing period is approaching but you want to sow seeds, you can also urgently germinate them and plant them after rapid germination. However, the seeds need to be treated specially. After soaking, use small scissors to artificially break the seed coat on the top of the seeds. Just cut a small hole without damaging the inside of the seeds. Then put them in a fresh-keeping box for germination, so that they will turn white faster.

5. Planting seeds

When sowing seeds that have germinated and turned white, one thing to note is that the germination rate should be lower. Otherwise, the new sprouts should be covered with a thin layer of sand, otherwise the new sprouts will lose water and die.

The best way is to sow in containers instead of in the open field. Containers are easier to manage and save seeds. After sowing, directly mix fine sandy soil, which is easy to grow, moisturizes, and is conducive to germination.

How to plant watermelon seeds so that they can germinate

1. Temperature control

Temperature control is also an important part of the watermelon seed cultivation process. Watermelons can only grow in a warm environment, so when the seeds germinate, the soil temperature must be stable at above 18°C, and the room temperature after germination must be stable at above 20°C, so that the watermelons can survive.

2. Lighting control

About 5 days before sowing, it is best not to expose the potted plants to too strong light or direct sunlight. It is best to place the flower pots next to the windowsill in a cool and ventilated semi-shaded place, and then place them on the balcony after the seedlings emerge to receive light and full light during the growing period.

3. Water management

Generally, watering is not required before watermelon seedlings emerge from the soil. Watering is controlled during the cotyledon stage, and the amount of watering can be increased after the true leaves appear. In addition, attention should be paid to removing the film for ventilation to prevent high temperature and high humidity. The autumn melon seedling stage is hot and dry, so attention should be paid to watering.