How to germinate baby's breath seeds

Germination method of baby's breath

According to the experience provided by flower-loving netizens, you can place the seeds in a wet paper towel to germinate the night before sowing, and then provide appropriate light. When the seeds grow white roots, you can sow them.

Paper towel germination method

Select good baby's breath seeds, then put them in a suitable container, pour in an appropriate amount of warm water and soak for 8-10 hours, then absorb the moisture, use a paper towel or a small piece of wet cotton cloth to cover the baby's breath seeds, and then put them on a windowsill that can get some sunlight. Generally, they will begin to germinate within 24 hours. After sowing, cover with soil and wait for a few days for small seedlings to grow.

Sealed bag germination method

If you are worried that paper towel germination is not reliable enough, you can also wrap it with paper towel and then put it in a sealed bag to keep it moist and warm. Leave it for 24 hours and then check. As long as there is no problem with the seeds, they will generally germinate.

The sowing season of baby's breath and disinfection before sowing

As for the habits of baby's breath, it is very afraid of heat, so the sowing temperature should be between 15 and 20 degrees, so September is the most suitable time for late autumn. Be sure to disinfect the substrate before sowing. The method is to put it in a pan and fry it to kill the pests. In addition, peat is the best substrate for sowing.

Things to note when germinating baby's breath

First, water the soil in the pot thoroughly, then sow the seeds and cover the soil. Then cover the pot with plastic wrap, making sure to leave air holes. Finally, place the plant in a hidden and ventilated place.