Welcome to Fooml Seeds Planting Guides! Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced gardener, our step-by-step instructions will help you grow healthy and thriving plants.
1. Flower Seeds 🌸
Planting Tips:
- Soil: Use well-draining, nutrient-rich soil.
- Sowing: Sprinkle seeds on top of the soil and lightly cover with a thin layer of soil.
- Watering: Keep soil moist but not soggy.
- Sunlight: Most flowers need 6–8 hours of sunlight per day.
- Germination: Usually 7–21 days, depending on variety.
Extra Tip: Deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms and longer flowering season.
2. Herb Seeds 🌿
Planting Tips:
- Soil: Light, well-draining soil works best.
- Sowing: Plant seeds 1/4 inch deep and lightly cover with soil.
- Watering: Keep soil evenly moist. Avoid overwatering.
- Sunlight: 4–6 hours of sunlight daily for most herbs.
- Harvesting: Snip leaves regularly to encourage new growth.
Popular Herbs: Basil, Parsley, Cilantro, Thyme.
3. Sprouting Seeds 🌱
Planting Tips:
- Container: Use a sprouting jar or shallow tray.
- Soaking: Soak seeds 6–12 hours before sprouting.
- Rinsing: Rinse seeds 2–3 times per day and drain excess water.
- Light: Indirect sunlight is enough.
- Harvest: Sprouts are usually ready in 3–7 days.
Popular Sprouts: Alfalfa, Broccoli, Mung Bean.
4. Vegetable Seeds 🥕
Planting Tips:
- Soil: Rich, loose, well-draining soil.
- Sowing: Follow seed packet depth instructions for each vegetable.
- Watering: Keep soil consistently moist.
- Sunlight: 6–8 hours of sunlight daily.
- Germination: Varies by vegetable, usually 7–21 days.
Popular Vegetables: Tomatoes, Peppers, Lettuce, Carrots.
General Gardening Tips 🌎
- Label your plants to avoid confusion.
- Rotate crops yearly to maintain healthy soil.
- Use organic compost to enrich your soil naturally.
- Protect seedlings from pests and extreme weather.
Need More Help?
If you have questions about growing your seeds, don’t hesitate to reach out to us at support@fooml.com. We’re happy to help you grow a beautiful and productive garden!
Category | Variety | Planting Depth | Spacing | Watering Frequency | Sunlight Needed | Germination Time | Best Planting Season | Maturity / Harvest Time | Suitable for |
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Flowers | Marigold | 1/4 inch | 6–12 in | Keep soil moist | Full sun 6–8 hrs | 7–14 days | Spring / Summer | 45–50 days | Garden / Containers |
Zinnia | 1/4 inch | 8–12 in | Keep soil moist | Full sun 6–8 hrs | 7–14 days | Spring / Summer | 60–70 days | Garden / Containers | |
Sunflower | 1/2 inch | 12–18 in | Moderate | Full sun 6–8 hrs | 7–10 days | Spring | 70–100 days | Garden / Outdoor | |
Herbs | Basil | 1/4 inch | 4–8 in | Evenly moist | 4–6 hrs sunlight | 7–14 days | Spring / Summer | 50–60 days | Pots / Garden |
Parsley | 1/4 inch | 6–8 in | Evenly moist | 4–6 hrs sunlight | 14–21 days | Spring / Fall | 70–90 days | Pots / Garden | |
Cilantro | 1/4 inch | 4–6 in | Keep soil moist | 4–6 hrs sunlight | 7–14 days | Spring / Fall | 45–60 days | Pots / Garden | |
Sprouts | Alfalfa | Soak 6–12 hrs | Spread thinly | Rinse 2–3x/day | Indirect sunlight | 3–5 days | All year | Ready in 5–7 days | Trays / Jars |
Broccoli | Soak 6–12 hrs | Spread thinly | Rinse 2–3x/day | Indirect sunlight | 3–7 days | All year | Ready in 5–7 days | Trays / Jars | |
Mung Bean | Soak 6–12 hrs | Spread thinly | Rinse 2–3x/day | Indirect sunlight | 3–5 days | All year | Ready in 4–6 days | Trays / Jars | |
Vegetables | Tomato | 1/4 inch | 18–24 in | Consistently moist | Full sun 6–8 hrs | 7–14 days | Spring | 60–80 days | Garden / Pots |
Pepper | 1/4 inch | 12–18 in | Consistently moist | Full sun 6–8 hrs | 7–14 days | Spring | 60–90 days | Garden / Pots | |
Lettuce | 1/4 inch | 6–12 in | Evenly moist | 4–6 hrs sunlight | 7–14 days | Spring / Fall | 40–55 days | Garden / Pots | |
Carrot | 1/4 – 1/2 inch | 2–4 in | Keep soil moist | Full sun 6 hrs | 14–21 days | Spring / Fall | 70–80 days | Garden / Raised Beds |