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what do you save seed in?
Posted by tomerrol(z7atn)
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kudzu9Updated I started out using small plastic bags, but I sometimes had mold problems if the seeds had any moisture. Then I used pieces of paper that I cut, folded, and taped. Then I moved on to cutting up larger envelopes, which didn't invol...
1 Inch Cubes For Starting Seeds?
Posted by butterflylion(7bGA)
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kudzu9Updated One other thing. You might want to read these reviews on Amazon for the tool I linked you to in my previous post as the comments give some helpful tips as well. Here is a link that might be useful: Soil block maker review
cabbage seeds
Posted by roseosharon
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morz8(Washington Coast Z8b)Updated I don't know what part of the country you are in, ProMix and Fafard are both well liked for sowing those seeds by many who don't want to use a regular seed sowing medium. Neither are available to me here (No Ace Hardware here eith...
How to condition or prepare Zinnia seeds for next year?
Posted by highlandernorth
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muffienh(z5south)Updated Don't know about zinnia seeds, but I can tell you from experience, be careful where those tomato seeds go. They self-seeded in the garden, the compost and thus plant pots, other parts of the garden. Their tough seeds live through ...
Delphiniums in Asia
Posted by RLydia
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RLydiaUpdated Alright, thanks for the advice!
Magnolia tree seeds
Posted by greenthumbs10(z5NY)
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greenthumbs10(z5NY)Updated Same here . . . I'm the only one who cleans the fridge! I just got finished cleaning about 20 seeds. I'll do more tomorrow. Can't wait to try this. Thanks again. Donna
Fall Seed Sowing
Posted by cribscreek(z7/8 NC)
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morz8(Washington Coast Z8b)Updated cribscreek, it sounds like your cool Fall vegetables may be a little late if a normal weather year - the suggestion is September for quick to mature vegetables. But, do you have a County Ext agency near you where you could get inf...
how long do you have to wait?
Posted by chuckstoll(5)
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chuckstoll(5)Updated Thanks for the help
Life span of MG seed starting mix
Posted by jollyrd(Richmond VA)
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calistoga_al ca 15 usda 9Updated I have never seen a 'sell by' date on seed starting mix. Al
Kiwi Seeds
Posted by T-Black(8a)
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yiorges-z5ilUpdated THANKS FOR INFO:
Datura seed pods
Posted by DionKar333(8/9)
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DionKar333(8/9)Updated Well Art, that was extremely helpful and comforting! The seeds I collected are a nice brown, so I cant wait to plant more next year~
Foodsaver Vacuum Sealing Questions
Posted by empgardening
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calistoga_al ca 15 usda 9Updated I think you would learn a lot by reading the work of Norman C Deno. The professor spend many years experimenting with seed viability and storage. His work is now free on the internet. Look under his name or 'Seed Germination Theor...
Trying to collect Mimosa seeds......
Posted by highlandernorth
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DionKar333(8/9)Updated Might not have been ripe... In any case, try soaking the seeds in warm water for 20 minutes, and then lightly bury in rich soil. keep them at 75 degrees farenheit for about a month and they should sprout. Good luck!
Stachys Coccinea, Scarlet Hedgenettle
Posted by DionKar333(8/9)
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DionKar333(8/9)Updated I am barely covering the seeds, have them placed in a humidity chamber under a full spectrum uv light. Stays mid 60's to upper 70's for the most part,so maybe its too hot for it. Thanks for the advice, I will keep trying!
growing seeds on
Posted by compostkid(11)
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calistoga_al ca 15 usda 9Updated Welcome compostkid to the GardenWeb. When I read your post my first association of Victoria was not with Australia. I agree with flora's advice, but would suggest you edit your posting address to indicate your zone and your down u...
where online can i order the super small peat pellets?
Posted by boodeeradley
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goblugal(7)Updated What you are looking for is PLUGS. Not typically sold at retail level. Jiffy makes pre-forma plugs, but again, for commercial growers. You may be better off trying to find a greenhouse in your area that either grows or purchases p...
Canna Seedlings
Posted by ilovetogrow z9 Jax Florida
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Tiffany, purpleinopp GardenWeb, Z8b Opp, ALUpdated Maybe nobody told the cannas it's zone 7 now? LOL! The frige sounds more reliable if they are questionable outside. Good luck!
blanket flower seed
Posted by tomerrol(z7atn)
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tomerrol(z7atn)Updated thanks every one for the help. I now have bunches and bunches of those little seed!! Sure helps when I know what I'm looking for. But those tiny little petunia seed!! lawd, I never knew seed to be so tiny! thanks again Tom
How to begin? -- Veggies in S. Florida
Posted by hilary_10a
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pakaloloUpdated You might find this helpful. http://miami-dade.ifas.ufl.edu/lawn_and_garden/GROWING%20VEGETABLES%20IN%20SOUTH%20FLORIDA.pdf Here is a link that might be useful: Easy to grow vegetables
How to Collect Seeds
Posted by wannabegardeninggirl
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wannabegardeninggirlUpdated What a terric post Flora, thank you it explains an awful lot. I wish I was as experianced as you. I just want to do so much, I find this gardening so exciting. Yes I've looked at heated propagators and was thinking of getting one,...
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