Reducing Hypoxia Risk When Germinating Seeds
Hypoxia is a state in which the level of life sustaining oxygen content has dropped below a critical level. The term may be used in terms of medical pertaining to the human body, skin and in the surrounding ambient air. The term may also be used in context of the environment and bodies of waters like lakes, rivers and oceans. When talking about the environment, an area that is sometimes over looked is the oxygen content in the soil.
Yes, the soil has oxygen content and is essential for seeds to germinate and plants to sprout new growth every season. Studies show that seeds that have reached a state of hypoxia (which is the major factor in seed germination failure) have a 70% better chance in germinating when exposed to hydrogen peroxide after a state of hypoxia had been detected.
Normal Dissolved Oxygen Levels
Normal levels of dissolved oxygen in a well mixed body of water average around 10 mg/l and optimal is considered at least 6 mg/l or above. Soaking seeds in water with hydrogen peroxide will increase the success rate during germination. Iron in the seed will act as a catalyst and react with hydrogen peroxide releasing oxygen ensuring adequate bio-availability long after the seeds have been sowed.
3-4 ml 34% H2O2 per gallon of water used to soak seeds during germination. We have seen this time and time again, fast seed openings and root development. We allows continue to water or starts with hydrogen peroxide infused water. Aeroponic, hydroponic, dirt , DWC and synthetic mediums. 34% H2O2 Garden