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Ohio Buckeye
Posted by marricgardens
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flora_uk(SW UK 8/9)Updated Marg - if you have squirrels it might be worth having a good hunt around for baby trees. They often 'plant' the nuts for you.
Snapdragon Leaves are being eaten � need advice!
Posted by Jerry71(6a)
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Jerry71(6a)Updated Problem solved after I have sprayed with horticultural spray about a week ago and they look terrific. I have posted more pictures on my blog. Here is a link that might be useful: Seedlings updated pictures.
How to promote root growth.
Posted by roseosharon
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sondrasUpdated Here in Oklahoma I have found we have better, long lasting plants if we plant seeds direct. Our early spring weather is up and down until first of April which is really hard on transplants. We now use plastic to warm our rows whic...
Should I be concerned about this? Pictures included.
Posted by luvahydrangea(Albany, NY 5)
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calistoga_al ca 15 usda 9Updated The grit surface will help prevent a crust developing, and because the grit dries quickly the growth of algae will be slowed considerably. With seeds known to be slow to germinate I also use the grit. Al
Which is better?
Posted by magnoliasouth
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magnoliasouthUpdated Keriann: Excellent information! This was exactly what I was looking for. Okay, so I have a plan now. Al: My question was quite clear, "which do you think is the best option?" No worries though. It looks like there is no ...
Help with Petunia growing soil or mix.
Posted by longknife(4 Way Upstate NY)
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tapla (mid-MI z5b-6a)Updated Hi, John - OK, NOW I remember reading this a while back. Most people would be surprised that it's not too often that I recommend a soil myself. I did just the other day, but that was because expense entered the picture & the 5...
Are these pansy seedlings sunburned?
Posted by redshirtcat(6a MO StL)
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keriann_lakegeneva(5B WI/IL border)Updated Oh, that makes more sense. Yeah, my bad they are the true leaves. YES, you can harden them off and get them oustide now, they can take the light freezes, just make sure you do it slowly and put them out for their first few days in...
planting corn
Posted by chartim(7A)
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calistoga_al ca 15 usda 9Updated I have an old corn planter (parts getting pretty rusty) I used as a child for planting corn. It would drop 3 or four seeds at a plunge and would plant an area your size in a jiffy. I have not seen one for sale since 1937, maybe I ...
Need advice for a seed starting mix
Posted by mommymammal(z5NY)
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magnoliasouthUpdated I'm with Keriann. I think probably you'll need to do the math and find an online volume converter. Alternatively, you could try contacting Cornell directly and just ask them. It doesn't hurt to ask. I do it all the time! The worst...
Parsely, can it go outside
Posted by greyandamy
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countrycarolyn(6-7nwTN)Updated Put it in a window at the least. You will need to wait till the danger of frost is gone then you will need to harden it off. Hardening off = slowly acclimating it to the outside elements. If you have extra seeds maybe you can star...
Thinning question
Posted by cetompkins(5a)
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keriann_lakegeneva(5B WI/IL border)Updated Very cool! You have a lot of great plants! I use Al's way as well for other plants. I like the wet method for maters though, but you have the best approach, try both ways and see what works for you! Keep us posted on their progres...
what NOT to start on a heat mat?
Posted by michelelc
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rhizo_1 (North AL) zone 7Updated Yep, the heat should be turned off as soon as germination takes place.
Beet seedlings toppling over - what's wrong
Posted by sklett
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shmunshmine_gmail_comUpdated If possible try giving them a little bit of real sunlight each day in addition to the lights... Here is a link that might be useful: A few words about beet growing
when to start peppers and eggplant seeds?
Posted by michelelc
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michelelcUpdated I started my peppers and eggplant last week. The eggplants came up within 4 days on the heat mat, the Jalapenos just popped up this morning but the rest of the hot peppers didn't come up, yet. Unfortunately, I just ordered seeds f...
Need more help with snapdragon seedlings.
Posted by Jerry71(6a)
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Jerry71(6a)Updated I have just posted update and pictures on my re-designed blog. I noticed that 2 seedlings had leaf damage, the green was gone and just white webbing was left, like some bug was eating it but I couldn't see any. I snipped the tops ...
Fuchsias seeds for trade
Posted by jolj(7b/8a)
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jolj(7b/8a)Updated Thanks, will do.
Indoor florescent lighting?
Posted by gnhelton
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wordwizUpdated Seedlings will do fine at 65-70 degrees. To make them even healthier, use a small fan for a bit each day. I took an old electrical heater, disconnected the heating element and just use the fan. Mike
Rudbeckia Seeds - heat mat or not?
Posted by ginjj
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calistoga_al ca 15 usda 9Updated Hi Ginny, you won't need the light until germination has taken place. It will not hurt to have the extra light now, but not having it, will not prevent normal germination. I started a lot of seeds too early,lured by a couple of we...
questions about heating mats
Posted by kawaiineko_gardener(5a)
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obrionusa(5)Updated Here is a something cheap to make and I got all the stuff at Lowes. I made this last year and it worked good. Its nothing but a 5 gallon bucket and a light socket. I dont keep my seedlings in there after they are up because of no ...
Transplanting Questions
Posted by nutsaboutflowers(2b/3a)
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keriann_lakegeneva(5B WI/IL border)Updated I agree with the above post. You do not have to be transplanted in ideal settings. Good luck and let us know how they are doing ! : ) Keriann~
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