The essentials for living your best life.
The essentials for living your best life.
A good seed starting mix gives indoor seedlings the right balance of moisture and drainage, so tiny roots can breathe while seeds germinate evenly. Look for a fine texture that stays damp without turning soggy, helping prevent rot and early damping off.
Reusing seed trays and pots is a smart way to save money, but proper tray sanitation is essential for disease prevention in seed starting. A quick cleaning isn’t enough—old soil, residue, and hidden pathogens can linger and harm young seedlings.
Before you fill every tray, a quick germination test can tell you whether those old seed packets still have enough seed viability to be worth planting. It’s a simple way to protect tray space, save potting mix, and make seed starting a lot less guesswork.