Choose the Right Containers:

Select containers that are at least 2-3" deep with drainage holes.
DIY options include yogurt cups, milk cartons, or paper cups.
The "Potting Soil":

Use potting soil specifically designed for growing seedlings.
Avoid garden soil or reused potting soil to ensure a fresh, disease-free start.
Planting:

Sprinkle small seeds on the soil surface; bury larger seeds.
Moisten the newly planted seeds.
Speed up germination by covering pots with wet paper or a plastic dome. Remove the cover once the first signs of green appear.
Watering, Feeding, Repeating:

Keep the soil moist but not soggy as seedlings grow.
Allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Regularly feed the seedlings with liquid fertilizer.
Light:

Provide abundant light, either with natural sunlight or grow lights.
Set lights on a timer for 15 hours a day.
Rotate pots to prevent leaning, and adjust light height as seedlings grow taller.
Move to Outdoors:

Gradually transition seedlings outdoors over a week or 10 days.
Start with a few hours in a protected spot, gradually increasing sun exposure.
Consider a cold frame for a controlled transition from indoor to outdoor environments.

Immerse yourself in the joy of gardening as you watch Midnight Oil Blue Sunflowers bloom into a spectacular and organic display in your garden.