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How to Read Seed Labels

Learn how to decipher seed labels to select the best varieties, determine seed quantity, identify weed content, and ensure optimal germination rates. Make informed choices for your garden's success.

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How to Read Seed Labels

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  1. How to Read Seed Labels

  2. Reading Seed Labels • Why is it important for you to be able to read a seed label? • So you know what you’re getting!

  3. Reading Seed Labels • Varietiesin the package • Is this what you need? • Do the varieties complement each other?

  4. Reading Seed Labels • How much of each variety is in there? • Is there too much or too little of one grass?

  5. Reading Seed Labels • Will the majority of your grass seed germinate? • This tells you what seed is still alive in your package. • The higher the better.

  6. Reading Seed Labels • Shows where the variety was grown. • Does this place have similar climate to KY?

  7. Reading Seed Labels • Literally tells you the amount of weed seed in your mix • The lower the better (0.5% is acceptable limit) • Higher percentage here means lower quality seed

  8. Reading Seed Labels • Stuff in your mix that won’t grow • The lower the better

  9. Reading Seed Labels • These are weeds that cause a lot of trouble in the state sold. • You want this to say “None” • If noxious weeds are present, the specific weed(s) will be listed.

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