All you need is a few drops per seed, the results are fed up with your knees

Plant germination is science. Some of them set off the green key immediately, others will remain hidden in the soil and do not move. “Last year, only half of the seeds of the Swiss chard germinated me, while everything was like butter for cherry tomatoes,” Stanislav of Písek wonders.

According to experts, there are several reasons for unsuccessful germination. One of the causes is the age of seeds. Another negative role can also play bad seed storage, but also their stronger cover, which simply will not break through the more self -heating key.

The video author, Plant Cell Technology, will show you how to soak the seeds in hydrogen peroxide. More on the channel YouTube.com.

Basic needs for growth

To germinate the seeds, they usually need three things: light, water, suitable temperature and oxygen. The first requirement – that is, light – you can easily meet them in the pot and let them germinate on the window sill.

Watering is no science, just check so that the seeds are not “dry” for a long time. The correct temperature is provided by heating pads that give the seeds the right temperature. But if the “plant germs” have sufficient oxygen supply? It’s hard to estimate. In this case, a chemical skarification will help you soften the seed packaging so that the oxygen gets to the sleeping core and helps it germinate.

Helper: hydrogen peroxide

Hydrogen peroxide is often used for chemical skarification. According to one scientific study, hydrogen peroxide has a structure like water, but contains more oxygen molecules. Repeated attempts have shown that soaking seeds in 1-3 % water solution and hydrogen peroxide bring good results in germination as hard seeds as peas, beans or spinach. “The soaking time varies depending on the hardness of the seed skin, it can range from five minutes to 48 hours,” says the expert.

Beware of the quantity

You can use the hydrogen peroxide solution in several ways, but do not overdo it again, because in this case the seeds could be damaged and nothing would grow. “The safest thing is to use 28 grams of 3 % of the hydrogen peroxide per liter of water.

Soak the mixture in the solution for 2 – 24 hours (depending on the thickness of the seed cladding). The advantage of food H2O2 is that it does not contain stabilizers and heavy metals. It is also a chemical that reduces viruses, bacteria and fungi, making the seed more chance of survival.

When is the seed “finished”

But how do you know when it is good to end so? Simply, according to the look of the seeds. If it is swell, rinse it in fresh water and plant it in the soil. Alternatively, you can place them on moistened paper towels, where they also germinate.

But do not forget to spray this homemade “growing room” every day! You will see that the keys will appear on your “plant germs” soon. In this case, do not delay much with transplanting into clay.

Sources: www.growveg.com, https://garden.org