Ever sown seeds early in the season, only to watch them sit there doing nothing for weeks? Meanwhile, someone sows the same variety a few weeks later, and suddenly their plants are thriving while yours are still sulking. So what’s going on?

The answer lies in daylight length and the Equinox. In this episode, we’re diving into how plants measure light, why some flowers simply refuse to grow before the Equinox, and how you can time your sowings perfectly for better results.

I’ve learned these lessons the hard way—sowing too early and watching seedlings struggle, then waiting just a little longer and seeing them take off like rockets. Timing really is everything, and today, I’m sharing everything I’ve learned so you don’t have to make the same mistakes!

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:
✔️ What the Equinox is and why it affects plant growth
✔️ How photoperiodism works and why some plants respond to light differently
✔️ Why Cosmos, Zinnias, and Sunflowers sulk if sown too early
✔️ The best timing for sowing short-day, long-day, and day-neutral plants
✔️ Real-life examples from my own seed sowing this year

Resources & Links Mentioned:
Read the Full Blog Post on the Equinox & Plant Growth →HERE
Explore My Favourite Flower Seeds & Growing Guides →HERE

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Thanks for listening, and happy growing!