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how to plant a seed in a pot

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Planting seeds in pots can be a great way to start a houseplant or indoor garden, or otherwise start seeds that you may later transplant into your garden. Starting seeds in pots does not need to be difficult, but it does require some planning and attention to ensure successful propagation of your new plant. Be sure to start the seeds carefully in a soil matrix meant for seedlings, and keep your new plants in sunny areas with proper exposure to heat and water. 

 step 1:

Get your containers and soil. Whether you are starting seeds so that you can transplant them into your garden or into larger containers later, you will want to start them in seed starting trays or a large pot, These are large and deep enough so that the seeds will have room to grow, and are compartmentalized to avoid overcrowding. You will also want to select a soil made especially for growing seeds.[1]

    Make sure your seed starting trays or pots have holes for proper drainage. If you choose to plant in a pot rather than starting in trays, a six inch (15 cm) pot should be good enough to start.
    Look for a soil that is made especially for starting seeds, or make your own by combining 1 part each of peat moss, vermiculite, and per liter.

 step 2:

Select your seeds. Starting plants, especially herbs and vegetables, from seeds is not always easy, so it’s important to select seeds that have a good chance of being successful. Herbs and vegetables such as lettuce are good choices to start in pots.

    Remember to check your hardiness zone to make sure you are growing a plant that will survive in your area if you plan to keep it outdoors or transplant it later or
    Look at your local nursery or farmer’s market for seeds that have been carefully screened and selected for quality.

step 3:

Prepare your pots for planting. Wash out your pots or seed plate to expel any residue and particulates, and soak your dirt. The dirt ought to be soggy yet not wet. At that point, top your pot off to a large portion of an inch (1.25 cm) from the best with your dirt mixture.

It is additionally some of the time suggested that a thin layer of sand be added to the base of the pot before soil to advance better seepage.

step 4:

Read your seed bundle. Your seed parcel will regularly tell you how profound to plant your seeds, and how far separated each seed ought to be. Counsel your seed parcel, or generally converse with the seed supplier, to get explicit directions in regards to how profound and how far separated seeds should be planted.[6]

Your seed bundle will likewise reveal to you the best season to begin sowing your seeds, in the event that you plan on keeping the pots outside.