How to Germinate and Sow Seeds

22. 12. 2025

Bred seed varieties have a germination rate of up to 95%. What conditions should be ensured to maximize the chances of success and germination of hemp seeds?

Suitable Conditions for Seeds

For seeds to germinate and grow a healthy plant, it's necessary to follow basic rules and avoid mistakes.

Cleanliness is Key

Before focusing on other important things, we must start with the most crucial aspect. That is a clean environment without bacteria. How can we ensure the most sterile and stable environment?

Simply, if you're preparing to germinate hemp seeds in cotton wool, it's good to first pour boiled water over this wool. Boiling water will destroy most bacteria. Seeds will thus be in a relatively sterile environment. Always have clean hands or gloves when handling. Seeds are susceptible to mold.

Appropriate Humidity for Germination

Humidity is important when germinating seeds. But remember, key is humidity, not wetness! After moistening the material where you'll place seeds (cotton, fine fabric, toilet paper, makeup pads), don't forget to wring it out. Germinating seeds in water is not as effective since seeds need air to grow.

Important is air humidity, which should reach 70 - 85%.

Water used should be settled.

Temperature

Ideal temperature for hemp seed germination is between 17˚C and 23˚C.

Create a Seedling Tray

Since we've discussed the importance of humidity, place moistened cotton with seeds in a container and cover the container with food film, making holes in it. This creates a humid environment with sufficient air supply.

If you're a beginner, inexperienced, and afraid of not providing suitable conditions, don't despair. For these purposes, seedling trays exist, which you can purchase for tens to hundreds of crowns (depending on size) and will be sure that, unlike a homemade tray, it is created exactly according to seed needs.

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