In a recent Instagram video, Jess spilled the beans on a little-known trick for ensuring your seeds sprout with vigor: watering them with room temperature water.
After your regular watering routine, leave your watering can in the greenhouse or at home. By the time you return for your next watering session, the water will have warmed up naturally.
Many seeds thrive in warm soil. As the seasons transition from winter to spring, the earth warms, signaling to seeds that it’s time to wake up and grow. Watering with cold water can chill the soil, slowing down germination and growth. But using room temperature water mimics the natural warming process, giving your seeds the ideal conditions to flourish.
Jess’s simple yet effective tip is making waves in the gardening community, making it easier for everyone to enjoy the benefits of homegrown produce. And those benefits go beyond just tasty veggies.
Jess’s tip has garnered praise from newbie and seasoned gardeners alike, with many expressing gratitude for the invaluable advice.
“AMAZING TIP! Never thought of that!” exclaimed one enthusiast.
“Clever!” chimed in another.
“That is so helpful. I really, really appreciate it!” echoed a thankful gardener.
So, whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out, give Jess’s warm water trick a try and watch your garden thrive!
Fact Checked, Written, and Published by Kevin Rodrigues
Kevin is the founder of Gardening Mentor, a website that aims to teach people to grow their own food in a limited space. As a self-taught gardener, Kevin has spent several years growing plants and creating gardening content on the website. He is certified in Home Horticulture and Organic Gardening from Oregon State University. He has a Post Graduate Diploma in Horticulture and Landscape Gardening from Mumbai University.
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