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I sprout in napkins, Use a pinch of azomite, ph around 6.5 and very mild mix of rapid start solution ie. (ammonium molydbate, ammonium nitrate solution). They help create the conditions for increased root hairs,(early on) which are critical for early growth spurts. Also, don't wrap too tight, you still want a bit of air to create rapid root growth, without becoming dry, too fast. There is a equilibrium to be maintained. Dark area, cool is obviously better.
About oxygen to the root zone. This is why I use only napkins, cardboard cups, then eventually either throwaway "tree" planters, or Aeration Fabric type containers. I have used them ALL, and cloth is far superior to anything, and it's light, doesn't take up much use when not needed, and reusable. It's the perfect solution, to a very important issue.
I can not stress enough, how important starting out with good sprouts has improved my game plan. Getting a good start means virtually everything.
About oxygen to the root zone. This is why I use only napkins, cardboard cups, then eventually either throwaway "tree" planters, or Aeration Fabric type containers. I have used them ALL, and cloth is far superior to anything, and it's light, doesn't take up much use when not needed, and reusable. It's the perfect solution, to a very important issue.
I can not stress enough, how important starting out with good sprouts has improved my game plan. Getting a good start means virtually everything.