What Soil to start seedlings?

Foose4string · March 6, 2014

I have used the Miracle Grow seed starting soil for the past 2 years without any ill effects. Prior to that, regular ol' MG potting soil once or twice. Before that, Jiffy pellets. Never had any issues with gnats or any other insects. I much prefer using the plastic cells and soil over Jiffy pellets. I've had better luck with soil over pellets. Perhaps I will try the Jiffy seed starting soil next year, or maybe another brand if it presents itself. I don't think it matters much. I have a few packs of seed that are 10 years old and still viable. A little slow to wake compared to fresher seed, but completely viable. Point is, the seed doesn't know what name is printed on the bag or care what the medium is. I am with Durgan on that one. As long it can form a root and take in nutrients, the seedling is happy.

March 6, 2014	#21
Foose4string Tomatovillian™ Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Maryland Posts: 20	I have used the Miracle Grow seed starting soil for the past 2 years without any ill effects. Prior to that, regular ol' MG potting soil once or twice. Before that, Jiffy pellets. Never had any issues with gnats or any other insects. I much prefer using the plastic cells and soil over Jiffy pellets. I've had better luck with soil over pellets. Perhaps I will try the Jiffy seed starting soil next year, or maybe another brand if it presents itself. I don't think it matters much. I have a few packs of seed that are 10 years old and still viable. A little slow to wake compared to fresher seed, but completely viable. Point is, the seed doesn't know what name is printed on the bag or care what the medium is. I am with Durgan on that one. As long it can form a root and take in nutrients, the seedling is happy.