Create Your Own Alfalfa Plants

The process of watching seeds grow is a excellent activity for children especially when they are sprouting quickly. Alfalfa ( Medicago Sativa) is an easy to cultivate seed that will grow in about a week. To watch the seeds germinate in the soil, sprinkle a few alfalfa seedlings on a sheet of paper towel that is damp.

What you will need:
The packet contains Alfalfa seeds (about 1.5g).
a small plate or saucer
Three paper towels
a spray mister or small water Jug


How to grow
Take 3 pieces of paper towels, then place them on top of one another flat on a table.
Drain the water off the plate. The paper towel must be moist, however the seeds must not be floating in the water.
Distribute the seeds evenly over the towel.
To prevent the paper towel from drying out, place it on a sunny windowill covered with water. To dampen seeds, make use of a spray bottle or mister to do so. Also, add water into the saucer with a cup or small jug.
Everyday, you should check your seeds and بذور ملوخية see how they're growing.


Troubleshooting
Alfalfa seeds are simple to grow and will be able to germinate in just 2-6 days. If the seeds don't germinate within this time frame there are a few things that might have gone wrong:

Too dry Seeds need water to develop. Alfalfa seeds absorb around their weight in water prior بذور ملوخية to they germinate, and look as if they've gotten bigger. If the seeds you have are too dry, they will not germinate. Add more water to the plate so the seeds are wet but not floating in the water. It is also possible to soak the seeds for a few hours. Just make sure to remove them from the dish and wash them thoroughly before placing them onto a paper towel.

Too moistIf the seeds are moist, the new roots and shoots could rot before they've had a chance to develop. It's also possible that mould will start to grow around the seeds. It's OK for the paper towel to be damp however, the seeds shouldn't be floating in water. The excess water should be removed from the plate every time you mist or water the seeds.

Too cold or hot: Alfalfa thrives at 20-25°C. If you're growing your seeds indoors in winter, place them in a cool area. If you are growing your seeds in extremely warm temperatures, it is possible to water them more frequently since they'll dry out more quickly.