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Seed starting soil mix

Give your seeds the best start in life Quality seeds
possible! With a sphagnum peat moss
base, soil specially developed to promote Organic, heirloom, treated…it’s easy
seed germination will ensure plants to get mixed up. Before ordering your
are healthier and will transplant more seeds, establish where and how you
successfully. want to grow your plants. Then, select
seed varieties that will do well in your
rusticity zone and the space you can
devote to them. Remember – not all
seeds will thrive in containers.
Seed trays
Seed starters ensure your seedlings
will develop good root systems.
Trays with seed holes ensure that
roots don’t become tangled, which Peat pots
makes transplanting much easier.
The dome-lid helps conserve Just a little larger, they provide plants
humidity which in turn promotes with enough room for roots to develop.
germination. Peat pots are biodegradable and can
therefore be transplanted directly out
into the garden, preventing root shock.

Basic requirements

for planting seeds

Light!
Light is absolutely essential for
seedlings to develop into healthy,
vigorous, compact plants. Easy to install,
this lighting system makes it possible Seedling heat mat
to start seeds during the winter when
days are still short. Choose a model In order to germinate, seeds must have
with height adjustments. a constant temperature between 21
and 24°C, which heat mats can ensure,
especially when seedlings are exposed
to ambient air. A warm root zone
encourages strong root growth.
Table garden

Practical and attractive, raised
table gardens make access to plants Garden fabric
a breeze, and easy to harmonize with
your décor. The dome-lid enables you These lightweight covers protect
to protect plants in the spring when plants from frost in early spring and
night-time temperatures can still late autumn, and from pest insects too.
be cool. Remove covers in spring as the weather
becomes warmer and plants grow
stronger. They allow rain and light
to penetrate.

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