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Watching seeds germinate is a wonderful activity for حبوب البرسيم children particularly when the seeds develop quickly. Alfalfa ( Medicago sativa) is a straightforward to cultivate seed that will develop in the next week. Sprinkle a few alfalfa seeds over a damp paper towel to observe their seeds sprout and grow.

You'll require:

A small packet of Alfalfa seeds (about 1.5g).

A small plate or saucer

Three pieces of paper towel

A spray mister or small water container

How to Develop

Make sure to wet three pieces of paper towels and حبوب البرسيم set them on top of the other on a platter.

Drain the water from the plate. The paper towel needs to be damp, but the seeds shouldn't be floating in water.

Sprinkle the seeds evenly onto the paper towel.

To prevent the paper towel drying out, put it on a sunny windowill with water. It is possible to use spray bottles or misters to moisten the seeds or gently add a small amount of water to the saucer using either a small cup or jug.

Everyday, you should check your seeds to determine how they are developing.

Troubleshooting

Alfalfa seeds are simple to plant and should germinate within 2-6 days. If the seeds don't germinate within this timeframe, here are a few possibilities of what could have gone wrong:

Too dry Seeds require water in order to grow. Alfalfa seeds suck up about weight in water prior to germinating, making them look swollen. If your seeds are dry, they won't germinate. In order to ensure that your seeds don't get sucked up in water, add some more onto your plate. It is also possible to soak the seeds for a few hours. But be sure to drain them and rinse them thoroughly prior to transferring them onto a paper towel.

Too moist: Seeds that are too wet may cause their roots and their shoots to rot before they can develop. The seeds can also become mouldy. Although it's fine to allow the paper towel and seeds to remain damp however they shouldn't be submerged in water. Drain excess water from the dish each time you mist or water your seeds.

Too cold or hot: The best temperature for alfalfa to grow is 20-25degC. If you are growing your seeds in winter, place them in a warm spot inside. If you're growing your seeds in very warm temperatures, it is possible to water your seeds more often because they'll dry out faster.