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Having trouble starting up your plants from seeds? Well, don\u2019t let anyone fool you into buying a truck full of seedlings when you could have easily achieved more with a small bag of beans. More often than not, greenhorn gardeners and homeowners are outright scared of using seeds to grow anything.<\/p>\n

And admittedly so; germinating strong, healthy plants from grains can be a daunting prospect. But as you\u2019ll soon find out, there\u2019s never anything wrong with the seeds \u2013 the problem usually involves where and how you plant them.<\/p>\n

Any serious gardener will tell you that you simply don\u2019t break rule numero uno<\/em> of the planting season; thou shalt not planteth delicate seeds in regular compost<\/strong>! The only way to create optimum growing conditions for seedlings through and through is to use specialist compost.<\/p>\n

The best seed compost improves all aspects in the germination process including drainage, aeration, pH, and nutrition to help even the fussiest perennials and shrubs to sprout.<\/p>\n

Key Features to Look for When Buying Seed Compost<\/h2>\n

i. Organic<\/h3>\n

As explained above, seeds are incredibly delicate. It doesn\u2019t take a lot to kill them or disrupt the germination process. As such, using some harsher types of fertilizer can be detrimental to the process. Organic seed compost is recommended because of its milder, natural effect on the seeds.<\/p>\n

ii. Fine Particle Size<\/h3>\n

The last thing a sprouting seed needs is a ton of weight to overcome before bursting out of the soil surface. That\u2019s why the best seed compost has super fine particles that are not only lightweight, but also easier to absorb. The size also helps with drainage and aeration for faster growth.<\/p>\n

iii. Lower Nutrient Levels<\/h3>\n

While germinating, seedlings really only need minimal amounts of nutrients. So unlike grown plants which require fertilisers heavy in nutrients, great seed compost could even have intentionally lowered nutrient levels for a more natural growth cycle.<\/p>\n

The Best Seed Compost Reviews<\/h2>\n

1. Klasmann Organic Seed Compost<\/h3>\n<\/a>\n
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Got a large nursery that\u2019s about to become home to hundreds of seeds? Or maybe you just want to stock up on compost for future planting seasons. Either way, you\u2019ll need Klasmann\u2019s big, healthy bag of organic compost. This hefty bag contains 70 litres of compost with just the right nutrients for the very early stages of plant life.<\/p>\n

For the price range, Klasmann made some incredibly high quality compost. For starters, you don\u2019t get those large, wood chunks and bits that cheaper organic composts usually have. The particles are extra fine making them suitable for use with smaller seeds. Klasmann is also one of the few brands that actually lower the nutrient levels of their seed compost on purpose \u2013 this improves germination without an unnecessary flood of excess nutrients.<\/p>\n

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