12 Reasons Your Seeds Fail to Sprout --- and Foolproof Ways to Fix Them

12 Reasons Your Seeds Fail to Sprout --- and Foolproof Ways to Fix Them

10. Perfect Timing Matters

📅 Follow nature's schedule:

Regional Guides:

Last frost dates:

  • USDA Zone 5: April 15-30
  • Zone 8: March 1-15

Soil prep:

  • 50°F for cool crops
  • 65°F for warm crops
SeasonCrops to PlantSoil Temp
Early springPeas, spinach45°F (7°C)
Late springBeans, squash70°F (21°C)