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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...
Is anyone doing Big begonia from seed?
Posted by lolaky(Z6KY)
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waageUpdated I planted 15 pelleted "Big" begonia seeds on Jan 7/2013 under lights and with a heat mat and thermostata. All fifteen seeds are up and growing without any problems. Appear to be as easy as wave petunias to grow. Variety ...
Question about hybrids?
Posted by gr8heather(6b)
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eircsmithUpdated Thanks for reply "digdirt" Its really helpful. It's an informative post about hybrid seeds.
Newbie with a penchant for overthinking
Posted by Anawazor
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AnawazorUpdated Ah, list-making. You just won me over! Thank you for all the suggestions. I have been looking at sqft gardening recently, since the garden has gone from feeding just me to feeding me and a vegetarian fiance' with a love of peppers...
Sterilizing Used Trays & Inserts......
Posted by gltrap54
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susanzone5(z5NY)Updated I just use dish detergent, very hot water, and various brushes to clean them. I've never had a problem with disease. I use pro-mix and fine moss on top.
Crossing Zucchini with Vining Varities.
Posted by jmsieglaff
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digdirt2Updated No that is fine. The rule just says don't post the same question on multiple forums all at the same time. Dave
Seeds to green house.
Posted by viper125(6)
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mollyzone5Updated I start all seedlings in the house and grow under lights.I then move plants to the GH end of March,early April,but I always heat it at night (small electric heater),never know when it may fall below freezing.
another moonflower vine question
Posted by kek19
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marty48Updated Just bought 3 packs of moonflower vine seeds, and have them soaking, I scraped them with a metal file and the water has hydrogen peroxide in it. There are 7 seeds and I decided to soak all of one package. They are from American Se...
I forgot what I planted!
Posted by IsleWalker
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IsleWalkerUpdated Flora-- It's Catalina Island (technically Santa Catalina Island)--off southern coast of California. Kind of high dessert/ semi-tropical. Good for growing things grown in Spain, Italy--like figs, olives, etc. I thought lavender wou...
Self watering seed starting kit
Posted by bam626
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digdirt2Updated Depends on exactly what you mean by "potting soil". If it actually contains soil then it is definitely to water retentive. Only soil-less potting mixes are recommended for use in containers. If it is actually a soil-less...
Castor bean from seed
Posted by Porkbelly(7B)
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paws4petsUpdated I let mine soak in water for about 2 days or so. When I see a white tip start to emerge I plant them. I start them indoors way to early but I like to get a headstart. paws
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