4.3. Seedling growth
Seedling stage is the most sensitive stage in the life cycle of plant and hence it is susceptible to physical and chemical adversities. The application of different levels of vermicompost increased the growth and development pattern of seedlings. In the experiment, the highest seedling length was recorded in the 200 g of vermicompost fertilizer applied in the pots. The increase in root growth was also influenced by the 200 g of vermicompost treatment. Growth promoting