Question

Sowing Germinants work best for what types of seeds?

Answer 1

Sowing Germinants:

1. The method of sowing seeds that are germinating into the container when their young root appears is known as germinant sowing.
2. Germinant sowing, when done correctly, ensures that one viable seed is put in each container, allowing for more efficient use of space and seeds.
3. They start growing rapidly without competition and the resulting seedlings are generally larger.
4. This method is time-consuming, yet it produces minimal waste of materials and space.

Seeds that are best germinated by sowing germinants are-

1. Seeds from a valuable or rare seed lot.
2. The germination percentage is low or unknown.
3. Seeds that are large and irregular in shape.
4. In stratification, germinate.
5. Have a long-latent period and germinate over time.
6. After germination, grow a long root immediately.