Propagate rosemary from seeds »This is how it works

Sow rosemary seeds

The chances of sprouting rosemary are much higher if you use the same seeds sow in the right soil. Special seed soil is very fine and definitely meets the requirements placed on it. In addition, it stores moisture well and is poor in nutrients - as a Mediterranean plant, rosemary likes preferably lean soilsIn addition, too high a salt content can damage the sensitive seedlings. When the seedlings eventually grow, you can transplant them to more nutrient-rich soil.

• Mix the fine rosemary seeds together before the sowing with the same amount of fine sand.
• This allows the seeds to be distributed more evenly.
• Now fill the cultivation container with the seed soil.
• Moisten the soil with a spray bottle and let it rest for another 30 minutes.
• Sprinkle the seed-sand mixture evenly over the substrate.
• Sieve a thin (!) Layer of moist soil over the seeds, no thicker than the seed itself.
• Rosemary is a light source.
• Cover the container with glass or a transparent film.
• Put it in a light and warm place.

Caring for seedlings properly

Propagated plants need a constantly moist environment, but it must not be wet. In soil that is too saturated with water, less oxygen penetrates the roots, and the climate also favors the roots Disease emergence. Seedlings must have adequate breathing space. As soon as shoots are visible, remove the cover from the cultivation vessel. Protect the plants from drafts and direct sunlight, but leave them in a light spot.

Thin out seedlings

The first leaves to appear after germination are the cotyledons. These swell during germination and cause the seed coat to burst. They form the first food reserves for the plant. The next leaves are the first "real" leaves. Once these are fully developed, the seedlings can be pricked out, i. H. isolated, will. Throw away weak and sickly looking seedlings.

Tips & Tricks

Too dense planting and a lack of ventilation can cause falling sickness. This devastating disease damages and disfigures new leaves and shoots and weakens the entire plant. The disease is caused by fungi in the air and in the soil, which mainly affect the roots. Falling sickness can be prevented by pricking out the seedlings in good time. You should also be careful not to water the young plants too much.

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