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Vegetable Seed Planting Depth: The General Rule

A reliable rule of thumb: plant seeds about one inch deep. At this depth, soil temperature is stable, and emerging seedlings can establish strong anchor roots. For a detailed chart of specific vegetable seeding depths, consult UGA Extension publications at bit.ly/UGAgardening.

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