
Observe the seed lot
Species, storage and seed age can change the best preparation method and germination time.

Seed growing library
Practical seed guides for sowing, germination and early care, organized by plant family.
Start with the plant family, then open the guide for the exact seed you have.
Interactive calendarLunar planting calendarOpen topic
1 guideBamboo from seedOpen topic
64 guidesBroadleaf trees and shrubs from seedOpen topic
4 guidesCactus and succulent seed guidesOpen topic
6 guidesClimbing plants and vines from seedOpen topic
7 guidesConifers from seedOpen topic
46 guidesFlowers from seedOpen topic
38 guidesFruit plants from seedOpen topic
73 guidesHerbs, spices and useful plants from seedOpen topic
26 guidesLegumes, grains and pulses from seedOpen topic
5 guidesNut trees from seedOpen topic
11 guidesOther vegetables from seedOpen topic
4 guidesPalms from seedOpen topic
2 guidesPeppers and chillies from seedOpen topic
8 guidesPumpkins, melons and gourds from seedOpen topic
2 guidesTobacco plants from seedOpen topic
1 guideTomatoes from seedOpen topic 
Species, storage and seed age can change the best preparation method and germination time.

Use clean, draining media and avoid keeping the seed waterlogged.

Note temperature, light, sowing date and visible changes for the next attempt.