Preparation
Choose the seeds to be sown and pick the most suitable sized pots. We suggest 7-9cm pots as the best for sowing seeds.
Set out the equipment needed, put compost into large accessible trays or trugs. Provide gloves for children if they have eczema, sensitive skin or any cuts on their hands.
Print out the How to sow large seeds in pot or modules guide, How to sow seeds using a seed sower guide and the Seed sowing glossary to help children understand the terms used on seed packets.
Equipment
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Small plant pots, module or seed trays, or recycled containers
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Seeds
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Saucers or shallow tubs to put seeds into
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Good quality general purpose compost
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Dibber (or pencil)
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Compost sieve
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Pencils
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Plant labels or masking tape
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Gloves if needed
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Clingfilm, plastic bags or clear propagator covers