Germinating zucchini seeds is a very important step. By doing this you are sure that the seeds won’t rot before they sprout under the soil. It also guarantees that you won’t be wasting your time planting some seeds that might not even sprout at all!
It’s so easy to germinate zucchini seeds indoors. You can begin germinating zucchini seeds one week before the last frost date in your area.
How to Germinate Zucchini Seeds Indoors
The best way to germinate zucchini seeds is to put them in a cup of water and i recommended that you only soak the seeds for 24 hours and no more than 48 hours.
Space seeds widely on a moist paper towel in a covered plastic container. You can place the seeds in a location that is warm in temperature, about 70 – 90°F (21 – 32°C) and always be sure to keep the paper towel moist, not soggy wet.
Zucchini seeds should germinate within a week . Once the seed has developed its white sprout, you may now very carefully pick up the sprout and plant it. Always be sure to have the growing medium that you will use to plant in near you. The new sprouted seed is very sensitive to prolonged and intense air and light and you can't keep it exposed for long time!
Happy gardening!