Sprouting Sun Worshippers: Biology 101
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My penchant for warm weather is so strong that it must be infectious. Turns out the trait is running in my small family of tomato seedlings that sprouted from my windowsill as their stems stretch toward the sun.
No movement from the basil side. A bit concerning since I planted and posted over a week ago and the seed packet ensures me 5-10 days to germination.
Channeling my inner-science nerd, I found this video of a pea seed germinating absolutely captivating, providing the ‘insider’s view’ to what was really going on in the corner of my condo.
I feel like I’m back in science class. So here’s what I’m (re)learning in my gardening toils (biologists and seasoned gardeners may stop reading here):
- In order for a seed to germinate, temperature, water, oxygen and light are important considerations. Seeds store their own energy and these factors need to be just right for them to release this energy and germinate.
