In spring, sales of soil for seedlings traditionally go up, as the new summer cottage season begins.
Many gardeners are confident that only in store-bought soil will seeds show 100% germination and delight with high-quality seedlings.
But the chance to buy quality soil is not as high as it seems. Sometimes you can get ordinary soil, which at best is no different from the soil under your feet. And sometimes such soil can harm the seedlings.
Experienced gardeners and agronomists recommend using soil from the garden. But you shouldn't take it from anywhere you want. Soil taken from strictly defined beds is ideal.
The soil in which garlic or onions previously grew is suitable for seedlings. Such soil is fertile and rich.
Additionally, you can mix it with purchased soil and add a little river sand. Then you will get an excellent substrate for seedlings.
