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Germinating Begonias, Imps, & Pets.......

Posted by cugal(5b-6a NE Ks) February 2, 2015

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SouthCountryGuy Zone 4b-5 SE BC(Zone 4b-5 SE BC Canada)Updated February 24, 2015 ron.j that is interesting as every time I grew them in bags if I didn't harden them off to come out of the bag they just disappeared. I shall try again LOL

Also why are my seedings growing towards the window instead of up?

Posted by tlbean2004(Z7) February 21, 2015

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digdirt2(6b-7a No.Cent. AR HZ8 Sun-35)Updated February 22, 2015 Agree that window light is never sufficient for indoor growing. This time of year the spectrum and the light intensity is far too low. For best results supplemental lighting is required. Check out the FAQs here

Time for some early seed starting!

Posted by Peter1142(Zone 6b) February 2, 2015

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oldgardenguy_zone6Updated February 21, 2015 I have done both ways and have had good luck either way , I read about doing it to make the plants be hardier .

calling all Canadians

Posted by dowlinggram February 18, 2015

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SouthCountryGuy Zone 4b-5 SE BC(Zone 4b-5 SE BC Canada)Updated February 20, 2015 yeah I toss the pellets but get the rest for, I think $19.99 on sale.

Recommendations for seed starting medium please

Posted by mannie3moon February 5, 2015

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Restoring our 1890 VictorianUpdated February 20, 2015 lol... I do a LOT of seeds, and space wise, the soil blocks are most efficient, (for me) but I can imagine they seem overwhelming if you have another method you prefer! I will say that they are also SUPER easy to plant out...

Why did my morning glory seeds grow so much in just 3 days!?!?

Posted by tlbean2004(Z7) February 17, 2015

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SouthCountryGuy Zone 4b-5 SE BC(Zone 4b-5 SE BC Canada)Updated February 19, 2015 Lol, MG's and Sunflowers I have had grow 2" in 12 hours while I was at work for me to find scorching on my bulbs...I direct sow both now. SCG

desert rose seedling care

Posted by calipso108 February 18, 2015

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digdirt2(6b-7a No.Cent. AR HZ8 Sun-35)Updated February 19, 2015 Wow, sorry but no way are those desert rose seedlings. And they don't even look like desert rose seeds. They aren't even remotely close as desert rose seeds are long and tubular and a gray color. Either they were mislabeled (mo...

how do you pre-moisten your bagged growing mix?

Posted by njitgrad(6A/6B) February 7, 2015

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SouthCountryGuy Zone 4b-5 SE BC(Zone 4b-5 SE BC Canada)Updated February 18, 2015 Interesting, I use ProMix BX and it comes as dry as a popcorn's toot. I actually use a tote and pre-wet an amount that I think I will need at the time. If any is left over I just leave the tote open and it air dries like it would ...

Growing Japanese Maple Seeds (Acer Palmatum) How? & Dealing w/ mold?

Posted by rinlearning February 17, 2015

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rinlearningUpdated February 18, 2015 Ahh I see thank you! By the way, with the ones with mold if I wanted to continue on with them should I use something to get rid of the mold or just go on and stratify them?

Nasturtium from seed

Posted by rosche(southeast asia/tropical) February 12, 2015

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rosche(southeast asia/tropical)Updated February 17, 2015 Well, everyone, thanks for the help! :D I moved my nast to a more sheltered place a few days ago to see if it helps. Some of the leaves are still dying, but i'll just cut them off and see how the plants are after a few days more. ...

Blue Globe Thistle Seed Germination

Posted by xiangirl zone 4/5 Nebraska(5) February 16, 2015

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SouthCountryGuy Zone 4b-5 SE BC(Zone 4b-5 SE BC Canada)Updated February 16, 2015 Yes, I have. They are a nuisance here but also huge biennial attractors for butterflies, so I grow them and love to tolerate. One of the best ways to get these seeds to germinate is to winter sow them and you still have time! Look...

Make your own seed tapes

Posted by oldgardenguy_zone6 February 3, 2015

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xiangirl zone 4/5 Nebraska(5)Updated February 16, 2015 I like that! Thanks for sharing. I need a few more February projects until I can start my peppers and tomatoes indoors in March. Is spring getting longer? lol

planting fresh seeds

Posted by irameez February 13, 2015

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brandon7 TN_zone(7)Updated February 15, 2015 For the specific examples you gave to your more general questions, I would recommend a quick Google search after properly IDing the species. The reason I say that is that a lot of information can be obtained without us having to r...

Need Advice........

Posted by gltrap54 February 11, 2015

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gltrap54Updated February 13, 2015 Thanks for your advice! Yes, SCG, all my seeds are on heat mats (with digital temp control) in a germination chamber. I have a temp variable of +/- 5F....... I use ProMix Bx in my seed starting flats with proper moisture, fresh s...

looking for nifty ideas for cross ventilation

Posted by njitgrad(6A/6B) February 10, 2015

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SouthCountryGuy Zone 4b-5 SE BC(Zone 4b-5 SE BC Canada)Updated February 13, 2015 @digdirt I don't think he had an issue with the fan just it was more cumbersome because it was in the way. @njitgrad each to their own but for ME those fans are just not big enough. While much cooler than other lights T5's do put ...

Question on Growing Herbs from Seed

Posted by csrain January 21, 2010

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loewenzahnUpdated February 12, 2015 I sow basil and parsley direct into the garden. Parsley often self sows but not the basil. I never managed to save these tiny seeds either. For most perennial herbs I would rather by a plant. How much do you spend meanwhile on her...

Growing Golden Chalice Vine, From Seeds.

Posted by aveo5 April 28, 2011

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vici1Updated February 9, 2015 Would anyone be willing to supply me with approx 20 seeds for this vine, I would be willing to pay. I am from south africa.

Best watering plan?

Posted by tigger033(7) February 1, 2015

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tigger033(7)Updated February 7, 2015 Hello, I was planning to make adjustments once the plants germinate. I had used potting soil for the germination stage before realizing there were much more suitable options. Since I did use potting soil (77 to 87 percent aged pin...

Substitute for Park Bio Dome Plugs?

Posted by kathmom(NE WA) April 5, 2009

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nymickey(7)Updated February 7, 2015 I too used the BioDome and sponges last year and the sponges left a lot to be disired. Would it be wise to cut some cheesecloth or even gauze to line the holes and then fill in with potting mix? It seems that the whole idea behind...

do my seed start times look reasonable?

Posted by njitgrad(6A/6B) February 5, 2015

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floral_uk z.8/9 SW UKUpdated February 7, 2015 I am not qualified to comment really since I don't know your conditions at all. But there is another reason apart from temperature for starting plants indoors - pests. If you live in slug/snail country they can destroy direct sown...

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