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When I started planting seeds, I quickly realized that it was difficult to handle and plant seeds, especially small seeds. Some seeds, such as celery, are so small they are almost impossible to handle. Now, for the past three years, I have been using this super easy technique for seed planting. Then, I thought to myself, I should share this as a separate blog post.
There are two characteristics that make this technique brilliant. First, all you need is a toothpick and a No. 10 envelope (4 1/8″ x 9 1/2″). Second, the process is simple. Let’s take a look. You can either watch the video or read the text below that describes the process.
As mentioned above, a No. 10 envelope works great. Why? Well, it’s long enough to hold a number of seeds. With a shorter envelope, the seeds are not as easy to work with. In addition, the envelope itself is sturdy and this helps with the seed planting process.
The next supply is a simple toothpick, any variety will do. It’s the point at the end that does all the work. Therefore, it doesn’t matter if the toothpick is made from wood or plastic.
Step 1: Take your envelope and fold it in half lengthwise forming a straight crease in the center. The crease should be on the forward side of the envelope (e.g., not the back of the envelope).
Step 2: Pour seeds from your seed package into the crease of the envelope. Unless you are doing a large planting, you probably will not need all the seeds in the package.
Step 3: In this step, I assume you have your planting containers prepared.
This technique for seed planting is that simple! In addition, this process can be used when direct seeding outdoors and works equally well.
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