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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....
Newbie
Posted by viper125(6)
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zzackeyUpdated My advice is on where to get cheap seeds. Have you ever send for free seeds at The Garden Hoard website? You can get 6 packs of seeds for a two stamped envelope. I am where you are physically and financially. I've gotten some nice...
Using heating pads under seed flats
Posted by ronnie1a
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digdirt2Updated Heat is needed only for germination and not recommended for growing on. You'll find several discussions here about this vital point. Standard recommendation is once the seeds germinate they should be removed from the heat and prov...
Trouble with oregano and rudbeckia seedlings
Posted by jardinerowa
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gardenman101(Z6 Spingfield, Ma)Updated I waas just going to say the same thing Dave. If you are having issues watering anything from above then water from below.
Honeyberry/Haskap from Seeds?
Posted by Konrad___far_north(3..just outside of Edmonton)
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gardenman101(Z6 Spingfield, Ma)Updated Ok, so what i have read is that people are talking about propigation and putting them near the woods.So do they do well in shade- partial shade or full sun. Also what is the flavor like? is it like blueberries?
Inexpensive Seed Sources
Posted by scarzi(z7 MD)
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mswillis5Updated I love to purchase from sampleseeds.com Remy is the best to work with and I am 1000 miles away and get my seeds after only a day or two.
Sowing Onion Seed........
Posted by gltrap54
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gltrap54Updated Thanks Dave! You still da man!
Too many different plants I want to grow from seed
Posted by Keyboarg
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albert_135(Sunset 2 or 3)Updated My grandmother started me at about age 4 by putting some soil in a fruit jar and sticking some beans and corn down between the soil and the glass so that I could see what was happening. She pointed out the difference to me between...
Plastic bag or paper bag for seed storage
Posted by nisidotatos
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calistoga_al ca 15 usda 9Updated The folded paper design I posted earlier, I use only for temporary storage or for mailing seeds. If you are having trouble folding it, it is usually because you do not turn it over as directed in picture #3. For long time storage ...
Heat Propagator - Germination Station
Posted by Maquiaveli(8b)
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Maquiaveli(8b)Updated Hi, Dave: Thanks for responding. I don't have a thermostat, but I've read elsewhere that it's a really good idea to utilise one for controlling the temperature, as you say. I am looking into it. As far as I can tell, the seed tray...
Sprout seeds from Potpourri?
Posted by mccommas(z5CT)
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digdirt2Updated Well it sure doesn't hurt to try but I'd be really surprised. The poor embryos in those seeds are so old and have been so abused that the odds of their survival are slim - very slim. Good luck. Dave
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