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Seeds Requiring Light.........
Posted by gltrap54
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gltrap54Updated susanzone5, thanks for the tip, but I'm only using the germination station for germinating. As soon as the seeds germinate they'll go under lights before they have a chance to become leggy. The covers on my trays prevent the light...
Newbie needs help PLEASE
Posted by socalgardengal
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socalgardengalUpdated Thank you very much digdirt,appreciate your info, I'm reading links right now :)
Ok to store seeds in fridge? Also, cold-strat?
Posted by tanyuu((5/6 - South IN))
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tanyuu((5/6 - South IN))Updated Alright! Thanks for the advice. Thankfully I have a lot of room and pots, so it shouldn't be too much of a problem.
Question on Date of Frost Free Dates
Posted by muddypaws4ever(6)
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muddypaws4ever(6)Updated Great info! Thank you so much. Now I get it.
tree seed viability over time
Posted by hairmetal4ever(Z7 MD)
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digdirt2Updated Limited value I know as I only do a few trees from seeds and they are my fresh harvested ones. So I can't speak to "tree seeds" in general. But I think the method of storage would determine the viability/shelf life. So I...
Butterfly Bush Seeds How To Gather them
Posted by dizzy45
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digdirt2Updated Cuttings are done in the early fall right after the bush goes dormant. Depending on where you live - you didn't indicate your zone - and the recent weather it is probably too late for cuttings. IF there still happens to be seeds a...
Starting to early
Posted by jduren(5 MO.)
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jduren(5 MO.)Updated Everything helps DigDirt and thx. I talked to the annual seed grower at the nursery I deal with and he gave me a lot of insight but because they time there annuals for the season early birding wasnt available. He said the biggest ...
Seed starting mix just crumbles when transplanted?
Posted by srj19(4)
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digdirt2Updated Pricking tool can equal a blind slat, sure. They also sell tools specific for the task but I have seen folks use the handle of a dinnerware teaspoon, a wood chopstick, the blade of an old table knife/butterknife, a piece of a wood...
Seed Germination Question
Posted by gltrap54
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flora_uk(SW UK 8/9)Updated Thanks for that, digdirt. I have a small heated propagator which I use in my glass porch/greenhouse. Light setups in domestic situations are very unusual here.
multiple heating pads
Posted by jduren(5 MO.)
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jduren(5 MO.)Updated Wont the temperature be inconsistent where the sensor is and isn't on several pads?
Finally bought my seeds yesterday!
Posted by mandolls(4)
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yiorges-z5ilUpdated I dont save seed because i desire seed with a wide range of disease resistance. But that is just me? & at 75 I am not about to change If you are looking for advice go the the seed saving forum & heritage seed/plants
Ginkgo Seed Help
Posted by TheMidnightGarden(9)
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yiorges-z5ilUpdated Yes they are starting to germinate...you did nothing wrong I would start them is a 4-6 inch pot & set them out where you want them to grow, after the dangerof frost has passed
what size peat pots to use?
Posted by kawaiineko_gardener(5a)
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mandolls(4)Updated Most of my seedlings get transplanted up a couple of times. Usually seeded in small shallow trays, they get transplanted to little 4oz plastic cups (bathroom size) then many of them move up to 9, 12 or 16 oz cups as they need it. ...
how much light for seedlings?
Posted by kawaiineko_gardener(5a)
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susanzone5(z5NY)Updated I bought my grow light setup from Park Seed catalog. It's two levels, 8 trays, and stands on its own. I had to add two more shop lights to it (one on each level isn't enough light), which was simple to do with a drill and some cha...
Watercress from seed
Posted by josko021
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morz8(Washington Coast Z8b)Updated Pfaf.org... " sow spring in a pot emmersed to half its depth in water. Germination should take place within a couple of weeks. Prick out seedlings into individual pots whilst they are still small and increase the depth of wat...
seed germination kits
Posted by jduren(5 MO.)
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jduren(5 MO.)Updated I'm not discrediting Digdirt But it was a question and if I already knew the answer I wouldn't have asked it. Sorry to get so defensive. I spent too many years on woodworking forums with amateurs. The Tacca seeds may or may not re...
How to Sow Cobra Lily Seeds? Chasmanthe floribunda
Posted by redthreaddiy(6a MI)
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yiorges-z5ilUpdated soak seed in water for 12 hours then lightly cover the seed .. soil temp for germination 55-61
ginseng seeds
Posted by little726(z5NY)
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NukeBoyUpdated I am thinking of developing a wild-simulated ginseng plot in my woodland. Can anyone provide information as to estimate 70-80% shade? Thanks
Grow Lights with Humidity Domes
Posted by mikep_cfl(z9b FL)
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digdirt2Updated Using the lights with the domes and mats is only necessary when the seed variety requires light to germinate. A few flowers do but none of the average vegetables require light for germination. Otherwise the lights aren't on until ...
Greenhouse heat
Posted by runswithscissors(MT 4/5)
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digdirt2Updated Bottom heat on once seeds have germinated causes all sorts of potential problems so isn't ever recommended. 45 degrees is fine especially if the air is kept circulating. The bigger problem is your 90 degrees inside during the day....
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