Gardening Basics: Tricks and tips for growing plants from seed

Gardening writer and designer Marjorie Harris shows you how to grow vegetables and flowers from seed.

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🌱 Growing plants from seeds is incredibly rewarding and magical.

🌱 To grow peppermint stick Swiss chard from seeds, start by fluffing up the soil in a neat row.

🌱 Use sticks and string to create a straight line and label each plant with the seed package attached to a chopstick.

🌱 Carefully follow the instructions on the seed package regarding planting depth and spacing.

🌱 Be gentle when planting small seeds and water with a sprayer to avoid drying out or overwatering the soil.

🌱 Mulch with compost once the seedlings start to emerge, and remove any overcrowded plants by pricking them out.

🌱 By following these simple steps, you'll reap the benefits of your care and enjoy the beauty and deliciousness of Swiss chard.

Timestamped Summary

00:15 Fluff up the soil in a nice neat row.

00:19 Make sure the soil has good drainage.

00:28 Use chopsticks and string to create a straight line.

00:38 Label the plant using the package in a plastic baggie.

00:47 Poke a little hole in the soil using a pencil or chopstick.

00:57 Read the package for instructions on planting depth and spacing.

01:10 Be gentle when planting the tiny seeds.

01:18 Water with a sprayer, not a watering can.

01:31 Mulch with compost when the seedling starts to emerge.

01:36 Prick out the extra plants to avoid overcrowding.

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Q&A

What is this tutorial about?

This tutorial is about how to grow peppermint stick Swiss chard from a seed.

What tools do I need to grow peppermint stick Swiss chard?

You will need chopsticks, string, a pencil or dipper, and a sprayer for watering.

How do I prepare the soil for planting?

Fluff up the soil in a nice neat row, making sure the soil is light and has good drainage.

How do I plant the seeds?

Poke a little hole in the soil with a pencil or dipper, then follow the instructions on the seed package for planting depth and spacing.

How should I water the seeds?

Water with a sprayer, not a watering can, at first. You don't want the soil to dry out, but you also don't want it to be soggy.

What should I do once the seedlings start to appear?

Mulch with compost and make sure to thin out any extra plants to avoid overcrowding.

What are the benefits of following these steps?

By following these steps, you will have healthy peppermint stick Swiss chard that is both aesthetically pleasing and delicious to eat.