🔹 Materials Needed
Seeds (e.g., tomato seeds)
Water
Seed-starting mix or cocopeat (not regular garden soil)
Small containers or seed trays
Plastic wrap or humidity dome (optional)
Warm location (ideally 22–28°C)
Light source (after germination)
🪴 Step-by-Step Germination Process
1. Soak Seeds (Optional, but helpful)
Soak seeds in lukewarm water for 6–12 hours to soften the seed coat.
Helps speed up germination by activating enzymes.
2. Prepare the Growing Medium
Use a sterile, well-draining seed-starting mix (e.g., cocopeat + vermiculite).
Moisten it slightly – it should be damp, not soaking wet.
3. Plant the Seeds
Sow seeds 0.5–1 cm deep in the medium.
Cover lightly with soil or mix.
4. Maintain Moisture & Humidity
Cover the tray or container with plastic wrap or a humidity dome.
Mist regularly to keep the medium moist (not soggy).
5. Provide Warmth
Ideal temperature: 22–28°C (72–82°F)
Use a heating mat if your environment is cold.
6. Wait for Germination
Tomato seeds typically germinate in 5–10 days.
Once seedlings emerge, remove plastic cover and move to light.
7. Provide Light
Place under grow lights or near a sunny window (6–8 hours of light per day).
Without enough light, seedlings will become leggy and weak.
8. Water Carefully
Water from the bottom or gently from the top.
Avoid overwatering to prevent damping off (fungal disease).