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Eucalyptus Corymbia ficifolia seeds - germination?
Posted by kaesgarden(Wa Cascades Zone 7)
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ampa62(9)Updated Hello Scarlet I already have news :) In February I put the seeds outside in a place protected from direct sun. Now I have a few plants with 3in. Shortly I will post a photo Regards
Nepeta blue wonder
Posted by ponyexpress_1
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allenclaUpdated The babies are flowering now and they look like thier momma. So yes, they are true
my seedlings are stuck!
Posted by chazz1100
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Tim MosesUpdated Off the wall; I have seen some sunburnt plants that *also* had problems from asphalt or stone ground cover... than can radiate heat like an oven.
Just planted bermuda seed
Posted by coachrobinson31
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morz8(Washington Coast Z8b)Updated You were one of two lawn seeding questions that came up over the weekend. Your question would be better answered on the Lawn care forum... Please try here: http://forums2.gardenweb.com/forums/lawns
Thinning seedling after germination
Posted by ahappy camper
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matthias_langUpdated Beets seeds are often rumply little capsules with more than one seed in them. So, yes, if more then one plant sprouts in one place, it works better to thin them to just one per point. I would pinch off rather than pull the extra s...
Time to transplant?
Posted by tigger033(7)
tigger033(7)I used the paper towel/baggie method to germinate these depicted seeds (they are pigweed - part of the amaranth family). Any advice on if it is time to transplant them into soil yet? Also, what would be the best procedure for transferring...
Argentina Bahia seed
Posted by hopper28755
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morz8(Washington Coast Z8b)Updated Hopper, you might get a better response if you posted in the Lawn Care forum. Include your zone or State so people know for what climate they are giving advice.... http://forums2.gardenweb.com/forums/lawns
Which flower seedling is redish leaf?
Posted by biblegeek119nw
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biblegeek119nwUpdated Thank you so much for replying. I went to look at it again to take a picture and I found the same plant in other areas of the garden. I is probably a week, false alarm. Will wait longer for my real flower to come up.
First Time Grower...Please Help!!!
Posted by ewessonwa
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maxjohnsonUpdated I don't know exactly, but look like some kind of blight. They're done for and I would start over, preferably a in different area maybe with different soil so they won't succumb to the same disease. Also they are a bit close togeth...
Seed mix question?
Posted by localgardener(Zone 5B - Illinois)
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plays_in_dirt_dirt(Z7A VA bordering NC state line)Updated The beauty and simplicity of sowing seed in paper pots or toilet paper rolls is that the entire "container" can be planted. Just be sure to cover the pot or tp roll with soil or the top of the paper will wick away moistu...
Starting Greek oregano from seed, no luck!
Posted by wertach zone 7-B SC
wertach zone 7-B SCI bought some Greek oregano seed because I can't find real Greek oregano plants locally. I have bought some labeled "Greek oregano" but they are not real, at least taste wise! I've tried putting them in the fridge as suggested...
starting castor bean
Posted by jroot(5A Ont. Canada (near Guelph))
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wally_1936(8b)Updated They will seed them selves any time.
night blooming jasmine seeds
Posted by floweron(3)
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lamb_l_loriUpdated I just sprouted 4 of 25 seeds - took about 3 weeks for anything to show... and I just put them in plastic egg carton with lid (one seed per egg pod) sprayed them often once to twice a day - and put them in a sunny window - I start...
Coffea Arabica Seeds
Posted by rebekka_paul_ries
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morz8(Washington Coast Z8b)Updated My success with coffee seed isn't good ;) I'm told 2-3 months with bottom heat, although longer is possible depending on the freshness of the seed.
Too late to plant Marigolds & Coneflower seeds?
Posted by archesca
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lov2garden(VA 7b)Updated The coneflowers will be for next year and ever after ;)
SO Exciting: Soaking seeds showing sprouts
Posted by lov2garden(VA 7b)
lov2garden(VA 7b)I've been an overnight seed soaker for years but never tried a hydrogen peroxide solution or soaking to the point of sprouting before. Thanks to you all, I thought I'd make my first try with some hard shells: ornamental & sweet...
Grow lights
Posted by pmcaddis
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jtmo67(z7 North Alabama)Updated Thanks for the reply Brandon. They seem to be doing a decent enough job. They are listed as workplace lights, basically the same as a 4 foot long, 2 bulb fluorescent fixture, but much cooler to the touch. Good deal at under $40.
Geraniums from seed
Posted by Amir Eghbal
Amir EghbalI grew these babies from seed. It is taking a long time. Any advice? Will they flower? Should I fertilize? They are Geraniums in case it is hard to see. Thanks, Amir
Seeds not germinating - should I wait to plant/sprout again?
Posted by SMC Zone 5
SMC Zone 5I've planted some patty pans and cowpeas and they've not germinated yet, It's been about 2 weeks. I planted delicata squash and pole bean seeds at the same time and those popped right up; however, the patty pans and the pea seeds are...
Where to buy sterile sand and grits?
Posted by phylis(z9 CA)
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gardenprincethenetherlandsZ7/8(Z7/8)Updated I've sown a lot of seeds in my life but I NEVER sterilize my sowing compost. If you sterilize it you kill the good bacteria that are in your compost. Putting grit on top of your sowings make sense, especially if it something that...
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