The germination capacity of overlaid vegetable seeds must be determined by germination tests before sowing.
One counts for the germ sample 100 grain off. For large-seeded vegetables, like beans and peas, suffice 50 laid out in a sunny spot. Put a layer of cut and moistened liquid or. filter paper and distribute the seeds evenly on it. Then you put a layer of blotting paper on top and keep the whole thing constantly moist. It's beneficial, the germ test with a pane of glass or similar. to cover. The temperature during the germination test should be around 20°C. By constantly counting the germinated seeds it is easy, determine the percentage of germination. The germination capacity of the vegetables lies, except for carrots, mostly between 80 and 90%. If the sample shows a lower germination capacity, then more must be sown accordingly. Seeds with a germination capacity below 50% should no longer be used.