Small seeds. A great start.

Find your plant and take the guesswork out of getting started. Explore sowing quantities, germination times and harvest windows, all in one place.

Seed quantities, germination times, harvest times and temperature ranges by plant.
Plant Seeds per cubeSeeds
/ cube		 GerminationSprout
(days)		 Harvest
(days)		 Ideal temperatureTemp.
(°F)
Astro Arugula Leafy greens 4 5–7 30–40 55–75
America Spinach Leafy greens 4 7–10 35–45 60–70
Anaheim Pepper Vegetables 1 7–14 70–90 70–85
Kale Leafy greens 4 5–10 25–35 55–75
Basil Herbs 4 5–10 25–30 65–85
Borage (Starflower) Flowers 1 7–14 60–70 60–75
Butterhead Lettuce Leafy greens 4 7–10 40–50 60–70
Calendula Flowers 2 7–14 50–60 60–75
Cauliflower Vegetables 1 5–10 60–80 60–75
Celery Vegetables 4 14–21 80–100 60–70
Chamomile Herbs 4 7–14 60–70 60–75
Cherokee Purple Tomato Vegetables 1 7–14 70–90 70–85
Chives Herbs 4 7–14 60–80 60–75
Cilantro Herbs 4 7–10 50–60 60–75
Dill Herbs 4 7–14 40–60 60–75
Early White Bush Scallop Squash Vegetables 1 5–10 50–70 70–85
Eggplant Vegetables 1 7–14 70–90 70–85
Fresh Bites Red F1 Sweet Pepper Vegetables 1 7–14 70–90 70–85
Gourmet Lettuce Leafy greens 4 7–10 40–50 60–70
Heirloom Japanese Bunching Onion Vegetables 4 7–14 60–70 60–75
Holy Basil Herbs 4 5–10 25–30 65–85
Hyssop Officinalis Herbs 2 14–21 80–90 60–75
Jalapeno Pepper Vegetables 1 7–14 70–90 70–85
Lavender Herbs 2 14–21 80–100 65–75
Lemon Balm Herbs 2 10–14 60–70 60–75
Marigolds Flowers 2 5–10 50–60 60–75
Micro-Tom Tomatoes Vegetables 1 7–14 60–70 70–85
Mizuna Leafy greens 4 5–7 25–35 55–75
Nasturtiums Flowers 2 7–14 50–60 60–75
Oregano Herbs 2 7–14 80–90 65–75
Parsley Herbs 4 14–21 70–90 60–75
Pink Radicchio Leafy greens 4 7–10 50–60 60–70
Quick Snack F1 Cucumber Vegetables 1 3–7 50–70 70–85
Rainbow Chard Leafy greens 4 5–7 30–40 55–75
Rosemary Herbs 1 14–21 80–100 65–75
Sage Herbs 2 7–14 80–90 65–75
Snap Drag (Snapdragon) Flowers 2 7–14 60–70 60–75
Sorrel, Garden or English Leafy greens 4 7–14 40–60 55–70
Spring Mix Mild - Home Leafy greens 4 5–7 25–35 55–75
Spring Mix Spicy - Home Leafy greens 4 5–7 25–35 55–75
Sugar Baby Watermelon Vegetables 1 3–7 70–90 75–85
Sunflowers (Dwarf Varieties) Flowers 1 5–7 50–70 65–85
Tatsoi Leafy greens 4 5–7 25–35 55–75
Violas (Johnny Jump Up) Flowers 2 7–14 50–60 60–75
Violas (King Henry) Flowers 2 7–14 50–60 60–75
Winter Thyme Herbs 2 7–14 80–90 65–75
Zinnias Flowers 2 5–7 50–60 60–75

Use these ranges as a starting point. Timing and temperature needs vary by variety, growing stage and conditions. Follow your seed packet for specific instructions. Celsius values are rounded.

From seed to something good.

  1. Start with your seed packet

    Check the recommended sowing depth and prepare your growing cubes according to their instructions. Use the chart to plan your seed quantities.

  2. Give your seeds time

    Keep conditions consistent and follow the variety-specific moisture, light and temperature guidance. Use the germination window as a guide, not a deadline.

  3. Watch the plant, not just the date

    Follow the instructions for transplanting and ongoing care. Check your plants for signs of readiness as their harvest window approaches.

A few things worth knowing.

What does “seeds per cube” mean?

It is the starting number of seeds to sow in one growing cube, rather than the final number of mature plants. Follow your seed packet or growing-system instructions for spacing and thinning.

Are the harvest dates exact?

No. These are planning ranges, and results depend on the variety and growing conditions. Seed suppliers may count days from sowing or transplanting, so check your packet before comparing dates.

How should I use the temperature column?

Treat it as a general reference from the growing chart. Germination and established plants may need different conditions. Check your seed packet for stage-specific guidance, and use the unit buttons to switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius.