A rule of thumb for planting seed is to cover the seed with a depth of soil one to two times the seed's narrowest diameter. So, the smaller the seed, the shallower the planting depth.
These resources are brought to you by the Cooperative Extension System and your Local Institution
Welcome
eXtension is an interactive learning environment delivering the best, most researched knowledge from the smartest land-grant university minds across America.
eXtension: more mind reach
Have a question? Try asking one of our Experts
What is the rule for planting depth for various seed?
Last Updated: September 05, 2008
Have a specific question? Try asking one of our Experts
Unlike most other resources on the web, we have experts from Universities around the country ready to answer your questions.
