Seed preparation always requires attention from gardeners. Experienced gardeners often soak cucumber and tomato seeds in a soda solution.
The effect of such a solution can surprise you, because it can increase the yield by almost 30%.
Anastasia Kovrizhnykh , an expert of the online publication "BelNovosti", a scientist agronomist and landscape designer, told us what to soak cucumber seeds in.
What you need to know about soaking in a soda solution
Soaking seeds in special solutions before planting is an old technique that helps activate the germination and rooting processes.
An aqueous solution of soda is one of such effective means. Soda contains substances that help soften the hard shell of seeds and stimulate their growth.
How to do soaking
The process of soaking seeds in soda is quite simple and does not require much effort.
To do this, you need to prepare a soda solution by adding one teaspoon of soda to a glass of warm water and soak the seeds for 12-24 hours before planting. This simple step can bring significant results in the form of a more abundant harvest and strong plants.
What is the effect of soaking?
One of the important benefits of soaking cucumber and tomato seeds in soda is an increase in fruiting by 30% or more.
Sprouted seeds have higher viability and resistance to stress conditions, which contributes to the formation of strong and healthy plants.
Previously, we talked about whether it is possible to grow seedlings in containers made of non-food plastic .
Expert: Anastasia Kovrizhnykh
