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How long does it take seeds to germinate in Nurture compost?


How long does it take for seeds to germinate? Growing tomato & cantaloupe melon from seed in Nurture compost. @nurturecomposts. Buy: https://amzn.eu/d/hhYmZaR Web: www.nurturecomposts.com **


Generally, seeds can take anywhere from a few days to several weeks to germinate. Here are some approximate germination times for commonly grown plants:


  1. Vegetables and Herbs:

  • Lettuce: 7-14 days

  • Tomatoes: 5-10 days

  • Peppers: 7-14 days

  • Basil: 5-10 days

  • Carrots: 10-20 days

  • Cucumbers: 7-10 days

  1. Flowers:

  • Marigolds: 5-7 days

  • Sunflowers: 7-14 days

  • Zinnias: 5-7 days

  • Pansies: 7-14 days

  • Petunias: 7-10 days

  • Morning glories: 5-10 days


It's important to keep in mind that these are general estimates, and actual germination times can vary. Factors such as temperature, moisture, light conditions, and seed quality can influence the germination process. Some seeds may require specific treatments like soaking, scarification (abrasion of seed coat), or stratification (cold treatment) to improve germination rates and speed up the process.


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