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low N fertilizer hurt plants/flowers that don't need it?
Posted by jardinerowa
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jardinerowaUpdated Hello, Thanks for the information. I had no idea that soils generally have more than the needed P and K. To be sure, I have being very conservative with fertilizer and thinking that a little bit is better than a lot. Thanks! Z
Seed propagation in compost
Posted by nisidotatos
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digdirt2Updated Inside or outside? Sure seeds will germinate in a compost pile outside - it is a wonderful natural world in the pile outside. Large seeds tolerate it well, small seeds not so well but you can still get a 50-60% germination rate. B...
Did I make a fatal mistake?
Posted by durable_now(8a)
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calistoga_al ca 15 usda 9Updated I make an effort to keep all my mixes in current use, in a damp, not wet, state. It is a real pain to start with a dry mix when you are ready to seed. Al
video demonstrating seed scarification for tiny seeds
Posted by wetdogfarm (z3b,MN)(MN 3b)
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wetdogfarm (z3b,MN)(MN 3b)Updated Glad you might be able to use the idea. I have been using the dremel to nick larger seeds for years, but there was no way to hold the tiny seeds without losing some skin, so..... Cathy
Kelp extract for seedlings w/ first true leaves?
Posted by pintoks
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pintoksUpdated Thanks Dave. That is helpful. I think I'll hold off on the kelp for now.
How long from sowing to bloom?
Posted by mandolls(4)
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mandolls(4)Updated Thanks -Looks like I should try starting the Mimulus soon. I did do a little more internet searching on these this morning, but sowing to bloom time is hard to find. I suppose that there are many variables, but in my short WI grow...
Seed catalog or Site that tells whether plants are good for Bees
Posted by Lesuko(5, Boulder CO)
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weirdtrevUpdated So the answer here is to grow native plants to your area. Most places don't label if things are bee friendly but do label native plants. Native plants are something that you might come across on a hike through the wilderness in yo...
Verbena seeds and light
Posted by madabouteu(8A - central Alabama)
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madabouteu(8A - central Alabama)Updated Thanks, Dave. Some seeds are so persnickety, it's a wonder that the species is able to propagate!
avocado seed
Posted by Kelley1212
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thebluemoth(7)Updated I used to root my avocado seeds in water, but eventually just started sticking them about 3/4ths their length into the dirt with my houseplants. After that, the only care they get is the same care I give my houseplants...normal wa...
The cinnamon trick.
Posted by LullabyF360
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digdirt2Updated You can use it on any seedling. How effective it may be is a whole other discussion. Damp off fungus quickly circulates through the entire plant and destroys the cellular structure of the stem. So the odds of saving the plant is m...
Planting Chestnuts... Help...
Posted by dethcheez(Sunny SoCal Z10)
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TorontotreeUpdated I love to eat chestnuts. I want to know which season is best for seeding it and Propagate it ?????????? Which country has more growth of chestnuts ???? Here is a link that might be useful: Tree Service Toronto
Lasagna layers and direct sow
Posted by Jessi-Ohio(6)
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digdirt2Updated I'd agree that based on the info provided we aren't talking about a lasagna garden. What you describe is just newspaper with some dirt on top. In that case you are going to need at least 6 inches of dirt. As to the mulch, it all d...
Heating Pad or Seed Warming Mat?
Posted by almax881(8b)
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calistoga_al ca 15 usda 9Updated This discussion of using heating pads for warming soil, reminds me of my friend who manages the produce in a large market. He always has a good selection of ripe bananas, while the competition has green bananas. When I commented o...
hardy hibiscus
Posted by whiteeaglesue(8)
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whiteeaglesue(8)Updated Whoop they r all coming up now yea thanks everyone otherwise I would have thrown all I had planted away to guess I just didn't give em enough time
Newbie question...alternatives to heating mats for starting seed
Posted by Prachi(6b (NJ))
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calistoga_al ca 15 usda 9Updated One never knows what to expect at garage sales. About 5 years ago I was able to find an incubator as used for premature hospital births. With small modifications I am able to use it for those seeds preferring temperatures over 75 ...
Dogwood Seeds
Posted by gardenapprentice
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morz8(Washington Coast Z8b)Updated That's not a cutting, it's not even a snippet :) Go back to the tree late Spring, try again. Time of year is important with cuttings and not every shrub/tree is the same. 6-8" cutting, rooting hormone, mist or tent for humidi...
Chicago Botanic Garden Seed Swap?
Posted by happygardener23
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Kelli9699(5)Updated Likewise, great info. I am going to check it out also. I didn't know there was such a think.
Rare Seeds website
Posted by shuss3539
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Gretchen W.Updated Yes I have to agree seed trading is fun and inexpensive if you just have to pay postage. I hope to be on here daily depending how much work gets done around in the house! I love to be outside and right now it is so humid, here is ...
help with beans, okra, peas, and corn
Posted by kawaiineko_gardener(5a)
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pls8xxUpdated Five years ago I reported on my invention of pipe pots for growing large transplants without root disturbance. I've used them for many types of vegies and flowers, including okra. Below is a link to one on growing corn transplants...
best fertilizer for seedlings?
Posted by etrsi_645(5)
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etrsi_645(5)Updated No seedlings yet... just planning ahead.. a Jiffy seed starting mix of peat and vermiculite, i think. 3 inch square Jiffy peat pots will be used (yes, i have read the warnings after the fact). no rooting supplement will be used fo...
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