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Can I use clay pebbles instead of stones?

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Yes. Clay pebbles usually soak up a little water, so you might not have to water it as frequently.

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Can you start your herbs from seed in an egg carton and once developing, transfer them to jars?

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No, the egg carton is too small for the herbs to develop roots, unless you are talking about huge goose or mango cartons. The mango/goose egg carton is might hold them in a neat tray, which might be good until the roots get to wide and need a big mason jar to grow in. Then, you can transplant them with care to a big mason jar.

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Do I need to cover the seedlings with more soil after I sprinkled them over the soil?

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Yes, because the stem won't be able to stick itself into the soil. Alternatively, you can poke a hole with a skewer or stick and put the seed into the hole. When you are done throwing the seeds into the hole, bury the hole and water it a little.

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Can I use different size seashells instead of pebbles?

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Yes. In fact, the different sizes of seashells will actually absorb more water than pebbles, so that the roots have an even smaller chance of rotting.

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Do I cover the top of your jars with clear plastic wrap to preserve moisture after sprinkling the seeds?

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No. The contents of the jars will rot if you do that.

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Can I plant without pebbles or gravel?

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No, gravel or pebbles can be bought cheaply from any store. The thing is that you need an absorbent substrate at the bottom of the jar to sop up excess water and release it later. Without these substrates, the roots of your herbs have a high chance of rotting.

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Can I plant without placing gravel/pebbles at the bottom of the jar? (I don’t have gravel/pebbles/rocks at all.)

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You can get some gravel, pebbles, or seashells cheaply from any store. The thing is that you need to have material at the bottom of the jar that absorbs water. Without this material, your herbs' roots will rot.

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