π How to Grow Dozens of Watermelon Plants in Just 5 Days Using Supermarket Seeds π±
Watermelon lovers, rejoice! π Did you know that you can turn ordinary supermarket watermelon seeds into dozens of plants in just 5 days? Letβs dive into a step-by-step guide thatβs simple, fun, and perfect for green thumbs of all levels. π₯°
Step 1: Gather Your Supplies π
Before you start, make sure you have:
Watermelon seeds from your favorite supermarket π
Paper towels or cotton pads π§»
Ziplock bags or a shallow tray ποΈ
Water π§
Sunlight or a grow light βοΈπ‘
Optional:
Spray bottle for misting π«οΈ
Small pots for transplanting πΏ
Step 2: Prepping the Seeds π
Remove the seeds carefully from the watermelon π. Rinse them gently to remove any pulp.
Dry the seeds for a few hours on a paper towel π.
Optional step: Soak seeds in lukewarm water overnight ππ§ to speed up germination.
Step 3: The 5-Day Germination Trick β‘
Weβre going to hack the germination process to get dozens of seedlings in just 5 days:
Dampen a paper towel β not too wet, just moist π¦.
Place seeds on the towel, leaving some space between each π±.
Fold the towel over the seeds and put it inside a ziplock bag π₯‘.
Keep the bag in a warm spot (around 25β30Β°C / 77β86Β°F) βοΈπ₯.
Check daily β mist the towel if it starts to dry π«οΈ.
By day 3β5, you should see tiny white sprouts emerging! π
Step 4: Planting the Sprouts πΏ
Once your seeds have sprouted:
Prepare small pots or trays with nutrient-rich soil πͺ΄.
Carefully transfer each sprout into the soil, root down, sprout up π±.
Next Page