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Hey Bud's Hydro family! March has arrived, and it's the perfect time to dive into prepping for an awesome outdoor grow season. Whether you're a newbie or a grow-master, we've got some rad updates and tips lined up for you this month!

🌱 March Highlights:

1. Used Equipment Sale: On the hunt for new gear or need to upgrade your setup? Our selection of gently used equipment is on sale, helping you elevate your grow game without emptying your wallet.

👉 Got questions or searching for specific gear? Give us a call or swing by the shop. We’re here to chat about anything and everything green!

This spring, let’s grow together! 🌿

Let's kick off the season by getting those seeds ready. Here's a foolproof method to pop your seeds: the classic paper towel trick. Ready to get started? Let's dive in!

How to Germinate Seeds Using the Paper Towel Method

Step 1: Gather Supplies.

You’ll need paper towels, seeds, clear sandwich bags, water, tweezers, and rooting cubes, rockwool or soil for later.

Step 2: Wet the Paper Towel.

Dampen a paper towel under the tap—just enough so it’s wet but not dripping. 

Step 3: Add Seeds.

Place seeds on the top half of the towel with about an inch between each. Fold over the towel to sandwich the seeds.

Step 4: Bag It.

Place the towel in a sandwich bag. 

Step 5: Find a Cozy Spot.

Set the bag in a warm, dim lit area. (Top of a T5 light has always been a great choice.)

Step 6: Monitor Growth.

Check daily for a white root sprouting through the seed coat. Keep the towel damp but not wet.

Step 7: Transfer to Pots or Rooting cubes of choice.

Once roots are an inch or two long, gently use tweezers to move them into pots. Make sure the root is below the soil, and the stem and seed coat are above.

Pretty soon, you'll have vibrant seedlings ready to grow while we wait for temps that are consistently above 60°F and no more frost. We suggest waiting till after Mother`s Day or closer to June in our Michigan weather. Enjoy the addition of fresh green to your space and watch your happiness and productivity blossom!

🌱 Let's grow this season together!

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