Did you know that windows are the worst place to sow seeds indoors and grow healthy, robust garden and flowerbed transplants? Indoor starting and growth, and plant health and success.
Why are sunny windows hazardous for seeds and seedlings? Light is the first thing seedlings seek as they germinate. They instinctively desire to expand towards the light. For young seedlings, issues begin there.
Window seedlings are tall and wiry. Continuous leaning and bending weakens them. Turn them daily in the window to correct the lean, but they grow longer and thinner trying to bend back towards the light.
Growing in a window causes more than weak plants. Because hot and cold soil hinders sprouting. Seedlings also struggle to grow robust roots and stems due to temperature variations.
Artificial light is the greatest indoor seed starter. But that doesn't imply you need pricey or special lights. Vegetables and annual flowers grow without specific light. That implies you don't need expensive grow lights.
Choose the warmest place in your house to start seeds indoors for greatest results. More constant heat is preferable. Seeds and seedlings prefer 65°–75°F. It will accelerate growth and germination.
To harden your plants, transfer them outdoors a few weeks before planting. Hardening off prepares plants for outside conditions.