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Cold Stratifying Poppy Seeds
Posted by ali-b
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janie58(5a)Updated I sowed a flower bed with a packet of Oriental Mix of Reds seeds outside in the Fall of 2008, and nothing came up at all the following spring of 2009. Having another packet of the same seeds, later that summer (2009), I sowed some...
When transplanting seedlings do they go into shock?
Posted by janie58(5a)
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taz6122(N.W. AR.6b)Updated I never have a problem unless I do a complete media change. When transplanting the whole contents of a pot there should be no shock. When transplanting into the garden from inside you must harden off a plant, then transplant in th...
Columbine
Posted by flshimmer(5)
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flshimmer(5)Updated So far I have had great germination success. Thanks for all your help!
Using 2 year old Jiffy Peat Pellets
Posted by minal(6)
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minal(6)Updated Great!!, then i will go ahead and use them. I had lots of them left over from last year and didn't want them to go to waste. Dave thanks for the link, not sure why other people had problems. I have had great success with peat pell...
Question about Abutilon
Posted by judiohz5
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judiohz5Updated slackermom, thanks for the answer. So it can be done, just not by me I guess! I have sown at least 50 seeds that I saved and the 10 that I purchased from Parks. Mine are in a flat with ProMix under a plastic dome. Doesn't sound mu...
To soak or not to soak?
Posted by forensicmom
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forensicmomUpdated THanks
transplant issues with loose seed starting soil
Posted by jimfnc(7aNC)
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eaglesgarden(6b - se PA)Updated jim, Don't worry about it. Tomato plants are actually very hardy. Plant them down as low as the seed leaves "cotyledons" (and remove them before replanting) and the plant will grow roots out the length of the stem that i...
any lupine growers around?
Posted by jewelbeetle
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sarahbarah27(5)Updated You have to be careful when hardening them off, they shouldn't be placed out in full sun right away, you need to gradually expose them to the conditions outdoors (wind, sun, temps, etc...). They can easily go downhill if you don't...
seedlings are going limp
Posted by feethanddooth
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feethanddoothUpdated my bad.
any tips on growing watermelon & muskmelon from seed?
Posted by irish_rose_grower(z7 LI NY)
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keriann_lakegeneva(5B WI/IL border)Updated I concur with what Dave has stated. In your zone, they would have plenty of time to develop ripe, beautiful fruit. I have had success by mounding my ÂhillsÂ, each planted with 3/4 seeds, and amending it with a lot or organic mater...
when only half your 36 pod tray has germinated....
Posted by feethanddooth
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digdirt2Updated Here is one of several previous discussions of this question that should answer your question. Dave Here is a link that might be useful: remove cover and put under lights if only few have germinated?
Newly transplanted seedlings have crispy leaves
Posted by desertdigger(8 VEGAS)
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desertdigger(8 VEGAS)Updated Thank you all for your info. The fertilizer was a liquid diluted to 50%. I noticed the droopiness in the late afternoon/early evening the day after the heat & crazy winds. They are still looking OK (standing up at least, and n...
Seeds Outside in Cooler Weather?
Posted by adknorth
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adknorthUpdated Duh. Thanks! LOL I should have thought of that! Cold frame is no problem. I have tons of 2x8s and old windows. I'll look it up and make one this afternoon or tomorrow.
Light requirment for growing seeds after germination
Posted by spinachqueen(z6NC)
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davemichigan(zone 6a (SE Michigan))Updated Hi, I am wondering if I put my seeds/seedlings by Southeast-facing bay window, do I still need to add supplemental light?
Foxtail Fern Seed?
Posted by gardenfanatic(MO zone5b)
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morz8(Washington Coast Z8b)Updated Ooops, common name problem, yiorges. This isn't really a fern but a form of asparagus that does set seed. Asparagus densiflorus. Sow seed 60-70F for germination in 10-30 days.
Peat Moss and Top Soil?
Posted by arielletea(9)
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oilpainter(3)Updated As for a container to grow your seeds almost anything wood paper or plastic that will hold your growing medium will do. It must have holes in the bottom for drainage.Egg cartons are all right but you will have to transplant them l...
got my lights set up
Posted by feethanddooth
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feethanddoothUpdated thanks for the info from everyone. im going to leave on the covers until at least half break the soil (i dont know many proper gardening terms so dont chew me out) the blue light is from the bulb itself. casts blue light. its a GE...
Long germination period; preventing mold
Posted by mayzu
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calistoga_al ca 15 usda 9Updated Dicot has given one method. I have found you can usually avoid fungus growth by venting the pots regularly. Take the plastic off every day or two, turn over the plastic and put it back on. I have never tried putting holes in the p...
Onion plants from Lowes... okay, I'm cheating a little bit
Posted by heirloomjunkie(5a)
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heirloomjunkie(5a)Updated Sweet! Because I am really looking forward to it. :) Kim
Some newbie questions
Posted by bananastand(4b)
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Campanula UK Z8Updated no, jiffy's have their uses. They are really useful for taking softwood or semi-ripe cuttings. I put my 38mm ones in a 40 module seed tray - they fit snugly and do not dry out so much. As long as you peel off the outer net when yo...
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