Make Your Own Alfalfa Plants

Children love watching seeds germinate. This is especially true when seeds grow quickly. Alfalfa is an easy-to-grow seed that should grow within one week. To watch the seeds germinate by sprinkling a few alfalfa seeds onto a piece of damp paper towel. You'll need: Alfalfa seeds in a packet (about 1.5g) A small dish or saucer Three paper towels A spray mister , or a small water container How to grow: Wet 3 pieces of paper towels and place them on top of one another flat on a table. Then, drain the water out of the plate. The paper towel should be dampened, but seeds shouldn't be floating in the water. Distribute the seeds evenly over the towel. To stop the paper towel from drying out, place it on a sunny windowill and fill it with water. You can use spray bottles or misters to wet the seeds, or you can add a small amount of water to the saucer using a small jug or cup. Make sure to check your seeds each day to see how they're developing. Troubleshooting Alfalfa seeds are very easy to cultivate and should begin to be able to germinate in just 2-6 days. Here are some issues to watch out for when your seeds fail to germinate within this period. Too dry Seeds require water in order to develop. Alfalfa seeds absorb around half their weight in water prior to they germinate. This makes them appear swollen. If the seeds you have are too dry, they won't germinate. To ensure the seeds don't sink in water, add more to your plate. You can also try soaking your seeds overnight; just make sure you drain them and rinse them with fresh water prior to spreading them on the paper towel. Too wet:If the seeds are moist, the new shoots and roots could become rotten before they've had a chance to develop. The seeds can also become moldy. While it's okay for the paper towel and seeds to be damp but they shouldn't be submerged in water. Every time you mist or water seeds, بذور حشيشة السودان remove the excess water. Too cold or hot: The best temperature for alfalfa's growth is 20-25 degrees Celsius. If you're growing your seeds in winter, place them in a cool place indoors. If you are growing your seeds in very warm temperatures, it is possible to water the seeds more often as they will dry out faster.