Tips on starting indoor tropical
plants from seeds.
Normally I would not plant tropical or
sub-tropical plant seeds since you can buy a large plant already grown
at any store at a reasonable price, but sometimes I like to experiment.
I have tried this method with palm tree and Oleander plant seeds. Here's
a simple technique that works if the seed is good.
Mix regular soil with peat moss in a small
pot. I prefer to use 3/4 soil and 1/4 peat moss. Wet the soil a little
and let it sit. Plant a couple of seeds (in case one doesn't germinate)
about 1/2 inch deep then cover with soil and water. Cover the pot with
clear plastic wrap and place the pot in direct sunlight. This creates a
mini greenhouse effect and helps to keep the soil moist by trapping in
moisture.
You may also want to place the seeds in
water for 3-6 hours before planting. This helps them germinate faster.
This soaking in water technique can also be done for planting outdoor plants.
