Seed Starting Success
Coco coir is a clean, peat-free growing medium that holds moisture evenly while allowing the roots to breathe. It's ideal for starting seeds of vegetables, herbs, flowers and houseplants.
Why use coco coir for seed starting?
Fine, soft texture for easy sowing
Holds moisture evenly around seeds
Helps reduce waterlogging when used correctly
Clean and easy to handle indoors
Suitable for peat-free growing
Preparing your seed-starting coir
Hydrate the coco coir until it is evenly moist and fluffy. For a light, airy seed-starting mix, combine:
coco coir
vermiculite
seedlings
Keep seedlings healthy
Keep the coir consistently moist, but never saturated. Check trays daily, especially on warm windowsills or in propagators.
Once seedlings develop their first true leaves, begin using a weak liquid feed. Coco coir has little natural nutrition, so young plants will need feeding after their initial seed reserves are used.
🌿 When to transplant
Transplant seedlings once they are large enough to handle and have developed a healthy root system. Move them into a richer compost mix, or a coir blend with compost and perlite.
How to sow seeds in coco coir
Fill clean seed trays, modules or small pots with hydrated coir.
Level the surface gently without pressing too firmly.
Sow seeds at the depth recommended on the seed packet.
Water gently using a fine rose watering can or mist spray.
Place somewhere bright and warm, away from cold draughts.
Keep consistently moist and ensure good airflow for healthy growth.
Start your growing season the peat-free way.
Healthy seedlings today, stronger plants tomorrow.