The convenience of supermarkets, which provide us with the same products every day, has made us forget about seasonality. Fifty years ago, we eagerly awaited the first strawberries of winter and knew that the harsher the winter, the sweeter the grapes would be in the summer.
Mid-summer is an excellent time to start germinating seeds, so by early autumn, you'll be ready with seedlings for your winter plants.
Leafy greens like lettuce and spinach love the cold, but keep in mind that they can be challenging to germinate. Professionals might recommend you buy "starters" instead of seeds—a seedling that has already been germinated in an incubator. However, from personal experience, I can tell you that it's absolutely possible to succeed with seeds. It just takes patience, so it's a good idea to start now. A month is a great amount of time to experiment and see what works for you.
If it's hot where you are right now, simply place your germination tray by a window or in a warm spot in your house. If your temperatures have already dropped below 20°C for most of the day, consider getting an incubator
. This system provides plants with controlled moisture and heat conditions, ensuring a safe and smooth transition from seed to a thriving plant.
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So, What Should You Germinate?
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Greens like parsley, cilantro, and basil. Spinach is a classic winter crop; it develops a deep green color and an aromatic flavor.
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Radishes also love to watch the rain from the window.
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And of course, the king of winter fruits—the strawberry.
If you haven't tried germinating strawberry seeds yet, what are you waiting for?
THE WINTER IS COMING
I've attached a tutorial video on how to germinate strawberries.
https://youtube.com/shorts/EWPAI05y4wQ?si=tZQ2pnmExEsCW8aA
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