Hello! Welcome to seed sowing 101. This is your first class in how to grow some tasty food. Today we will be sowing Zucchini seeds. Let's get started!
Containers to grow seeds comes in all types.
Can you name the ones in the picture?
*The Answers are at the bottom of this post.
Whatever container you choose, make sure it is clean AND there is a drainage hole in the bottom. Ask an adult to help you poke holes in your containers if they don't have them.
Add Potting soil. It is best to use potting soil from the store because it is clean and doesn't have bad bacteria or pest eggs in it. The bags come in all sizes. Fill your container with DAMPENED soil. Leave a bit of space at the top for your seed.
Today we will be sowing zucchini. Along with certain other squashes and pumpkins, the zucchini belongs to the species Cucurbita pepo. It can be dark or light green. A related hybrid, the golden zucchini, is a deep yellow or orange color.
Which type of squash will you choose?
Choose which zucchini you are going to grow. Place 1 seed on top of the soil in each container.
(if you need seeds, comment below, we have HUNDREDS of seed packets to give away.)
After you place your seeds on top of your soil in your container cover them with a small amount of soil. About 1/4-1/2 inch deep. Be sure to give them a pat to put them to sleep.
Why do we cover the seeds with soil?
Give your seed containers a final drink, make sure water drips out the bottom. Enlarge the hole if need be so the water drains through. You don't want your seeds swimming! Place your seed containers in a bright spot. A window works well
How long do you think it will take for your seeds to sprout?
Which container will work best for seed starting and why?
You're all done!
Sheldon our class pet is proud of you!
Check out his bio on his very own Sheldon page listed to the right.
Next Friday we will check on on our seedlings to see how they are growing. Happy Gardening!
*Commercial 6 pack, Avocado shell, Applesauce cup, Rock wool, Egg shell, Kurig cup
How many did you get right?
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