Things You'll Need:
- Seed-starting potting mix
- Brown paper bags -- luncheon size
- Plastic tray
- Spray bottle
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Step 1
Fill the luncheon-sized brown paper bags with the seed-starting mix. Brown paper bags are perfect to use as containers for starting seeds. Many seedlings will "bolt," or flower prematurely, when their roots are disturbed during the transplantation process. This can stunt the herb's growth or even kill the plant. The paper bags can be planted directly into the ground, eliminating the need to disturb the roots.
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Step 2
Soak the seed-starting mix with warm water before planting your herb seeds; do not make it soggy. Place the paper bags on a plastic tray to protect surfaces from water that might leak through the bags.
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Step 3
Sow the herb seeds at the required depth. Generally, seeds should be planted at a depth about twice the diameter of the seed. Very fine seeds, such as marjoram or thyme, can be scattered on top of the soil and lightly mixed into the soil.
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Step 4
Place your bags of seeds in a warm, dry place. They should be in an area that receives some light. Do not place them in bright sunlight. Some herbs, such as coriander, prefer to germinate in the dark. These can be covered by a piece of newspaper to block out the light and allowed to remain with all of your other herb seeds.
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Step 5
Keep the soil evenly moist but not soggy. Use a spray bottle to mist the soil instead of pouring water directly on the soil. Misting is especially good for the really fine seeds, which can be disturbed by too much water.
