How Many Seeds to Start Per Pot? Smart Strategies for Seed Starting

Planting 2 or 3 seeds per pot is good insurance since germination isn't guaranteed. I often start many seeds in one small pot, then transplant the strongest seedlings to larger containers—like 4-inch pots—once they develop a couple of true leaves.

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