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Posted by Alyssa Beavers April 5, 2015

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lam702Updated April 8, 2015 I always winter sow my kale. Easy peasy! They grow much better that way. Check the winter sowing forums for more info on how to do it.

DIY Seed starting tubes

Posted by Sarah Raven April 7, 2015

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Sarah RavenUpdated April 8, 2015 I started all sorts of seeds using this method; mainly the older seeds in which the germination level had been rather low. This method was very effective. Seeds such as: Lacinto Kale, Lavender, Zinnias, Lunar white carrots, Heirlo...

Plug tray and heat mat

Posted by anikkins(8b) April 7, 2015

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anikkins(8b)Updated April 7, 2015 Thanks! I'll go grab some coat hangers right now, perfect solution and easy!

Pepper seedlings

Posted by bluegreenpottery April 5, 2015

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digdirt2(6b-7a No.Cent. AR HZ8 Sun-35)Updated April 5, 2015 Well you can but as a professional grower I will say that the quality of the plants won't be as good. Not necessarily "too leggy" but more leggy. It is the act of transplanting that triggers the development of fibrous fe...

Question about roots

Posted by rock_n_ruf(5) April 3, 2015

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jerry63(Z5)Updated April 5, 2015 Tomatoes are easily manipulated with no harm . I germinate 1 variety per pot and separate them when a inch or so high . I also take cuttings to root when plants are large enough . Pepper cuttings can also be rooted .

Green Algae Mold on Seedling soil

Posted by mikerond April 2, 2015

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mikerondUpdated April 5, 2015 I agree about the self watering "mat" systems, however it definitely keeps the seedlings from dying from forgetting to water or being away for a weekend. I also added a fan on a timer to turn on several times a day to ge...

How I Simplified My Seed Starting

Posted by wineovations April 3, 2015

wineovationsAfter many years of planting seeds in flats under lights and trying to keep the temperature in the germination range I finally figured out a cheap and reliable way to grow from seed. First, I built a grow cabinet using the equipment...

mail order seeds

Posted by leanne47 January 24, 2015

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missymoo23_(z9a_Tx)(z9a Tx)Updated April 3, 2015 I've had lots of luck with ebay....but it's best to stick with the sellers who have !0,000+ ratings and a 99.9% positive rating

Fertilizing transplants?

Posted by rock_n_ruf(5) April 1, 2015

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rock_n_ruf(5)Updated April 2, 2015 I would just be potting them up to a 3"-4" pot from what I had them germinating in. Also, after I thought about it for a little bit, I would think there would be enough food (fertilizer) in the potting soil - enough to g...

Wildflowers deer resistant?

Posted by xxnonamexx(7a) April 1, 2015

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xxnonamexx(7a)Updated April 2, 2015 I want to "pretty up" the area but know the deer will probably feast on all of them like they have my tulips last spring. The soil is pretty moist and gets partial sun/shade. More shade then sun. I just am looking for so...

Germination time for Lily of the Valley started indoors

Posted by SnowStorm March 26, 2015

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carriehelene(5 Upstate NY)Updated March 30, 2015 Just keep in mind that lily of the valley spreads after planting, so you can plant accordingly.

growing peas

Posted by quiltsrcool March 26, 2015

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quiltsrcoolUpdated March 29, 2015 I need to learn how to measure soil temp apparently. I have good results with the rest of my garden. I live in southeastern Washington St. People always try to plant too early in my eyes and fight the cold and wind. I wait ti...

Thank you All

Posted by patchworkfarm (z6 CT) March 25, 2015

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digdirt2(6b-7a No.Cent. AR HZ8 Sun-35)Updated March 27, 2015 I'm sure all of us here appreciate the time you took to thank everyone. It is a rare happening and much appreciated. Dave

Should I pot up or go straight to garden?

Posted by Laura(7a) March 26, 2015

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Laura(7a)Updated March 26, 2015 Great, thanks! Good to know about the cucumbers. I'll remember that.

Conjoined twin basil seedling

Posted by arlene_82 (zone 6 OH) March 26, 2015

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BloomCin Zone 6b North JerseyUpdated March 26, 2015 Interesting! Maybe it will grow into a monster basil!? I have a few snapdragon came up with 3 cotyledons but nothing like this.

Question about growing from seed in small greenhouse

Posted by mcolangelo1221 March 25, 2015

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mcolangelo1221Updated March 26, 2015 Thank you everyone! Yes, here's a pic of what I have. http://www.amazon.com/Gardman-R687-4-Tier-Mini-Greenhouse/dp/B000NCTGQE

Trouble growing beets

Posted by mggs111 July 5, 2012

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Michael PivolaUpdated March 26, 2015 TOO MUCH WATER., i start them indoors until they are 3/4 inch high then transplant into a PROTECTED row such as i use which is a normal row that is made just below the surface of the ground level. after the plants get 2 or 3 inch...

floating seed trays

Posted by T S(zone 7) March 14, 2015

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Mary JohnsonUpdated March 25, 2015 Park Seed offers a seed starting "Bio Dome" that is basically floating styroform tray with plugs you place the seeds in, and it comes in several sizes.

Need Help Starting Seedlings

Posted by sunnygirl55 March 24, 2015

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digdirt2(6b-7a No.Cent. AR HZ8 Sun-35)Updated March 24, 2015 Thanks morz for letting me know that. Haven't talked to Trudi lately so didn't know things have changed. Sunny - not sure what I said that changed your mind but the choice is yours. If tomatoes is all you are interested in then ...

Help! Pro-mix BX and green algae

Posted by BloomCin Zone 6b North Jersey March 22, 2015

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BloomCin Zone 6b North JerseyUpdated March 23, 2015 Cool idea! That sounds totally doable. And a perfect way to further stupefy my poor clueless DH! LOL.

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