A lot depends on the quality of the seeds, and even if you buy the most fertile soil, build a mini-greenhouse and install a phytolamp for additional lighting, the whole undertaking can still end up being a hassle.
Therefore, before sowing, you need to check the quality of the seeds for germination. There is a simple and reliable method.
There are many examples of such manipulations, but some of them are time-consuming. Here's how to avoid wasting time.
Instant result
So, you can check the germination of last year's seeds using water and salt.
By the way, you can and should test not only old seeds, but also this year’s purchases.
You will need:
- 1 liter of warm water;
- 1 teaspoon table salt;
- seeds.
How to proceed
Prepare the required amount of warm water and dissolve a teaspoon of regular table salt in it.
Then select the desired seeds, place them in a container for 30 minutes and then everything will be clear.
The specimens that ended up on the surface of the water can be safely considered dried out. They will not sprout under any circumstances.
We wash the samples that have settled to the bottom after adding salt and prepare them for planting.
