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coleus seeds at a complete stand still
Posted by dkgarber
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mehearty(So ME z5a)Updated From advice on this board and from experience, I learned that coleus need to be thinned before they'll do anything. They also love fertilizer (obviously 1/4 - 1/2 strength). I know that stinks to thin before you know what you've g...
bean seedlings
Posted by patmikel
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Karen PeaseUpdated Leggy = insufficient light. Almost always. The solution is not to pinch off tips; it's to get them more light.
Starting annual flowers from seed in trays outdoors
Posted by skinnyhoops(9B Altamonte Springs, FL)
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skinnyhoops(9B Altamonte Springs, FL)Updated Thank you for the words of advice. I checked around the other forums and learned a little bit more about both indoor and outdoor sowing. :) I'll probably proceed with outdoor sowing in trays. I'm going to leave the tray out in the...
peat pot trouble
Posted by ianna(Z5b)
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ianna(Z5b)Updated Sorry, I should have been more clear. I'm from Ontario, Canada.. and these plants are still growing indoors since it's still snowing outdoors. (Old Man winter refuses to go away) The grounds will not be ready for outdoor planting ...
seed germinate at different times
Posted by shmish
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shmishUpdated Thanks for the response Jon. I live in Vancouver BC, zone 7/8. It's been sunny the last few days, but that should be changing soon. My windows have UV coatings on them, I'm not sure if that affects seedlings. So far the seedlings ...
too late?
Posted by cbfindlay(z6 OH)
cbfindlay(z6 OH)I would like to try some more impatiens seeds -- the ones I sowed indoors are really not doing that much. I'd like to try the baggie method this time -- but I'm leaving on Sunday for a week vacation. If I wait until I get back, say,...
No-Damp Where to buy it?
Posted by ms_minnamouse(7a)
ms_minnamouse(7a)Where do you guys buy this? I'm in the USA.
diamond frost seeds
Posted by cappy4348(5)
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cappy4348(5)Updated Thanks so much for that information!
Potting up Tomato Seedlings
Posted by ashrob123
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digdirt2Updated Agree with Jon. Either use your soil-less starting mix and supplemental feed them or buy a good soil-less growing mix. Many brands are available. Dave
At what night-time temps can i move seedlings outdoors
Posted by oldguy747
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digdirt2Updated A rare plant so likely few experienced folks. You might check over on the Bamboo Forum here. I bet some of the folks there could better advise you. Dave Here is a link that might be useful: Bamboo Forum
Drying seeds ??
Posted by penexco(9)
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digdirt2Updated If the seeds were mature, yes, they would germinate. Drying well is vital for seed storage but not for immediate use. You may wish to review the FAQs over on the Saving Seed forum if you plan to get into saving seeds. Dave
lighting plan - please comment
Posted by janbanks
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janbanksUpdated Thank you! This does help. It brings to mind a tailor shop I used to walk by that always had petunias inside a small little ledge, pressed against their window. Always seemed to be blooming year round.
Why won't my Polygonum Orientale seeds come up??
Posted by volkswoman
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kms4meUpdated I have read that kmotgg seed stays viable only about a year; therefore, if you collected your seeds two years ago in the fall, they may not germinate. I have the variegated type; they do reseed fairly reliably. To start them indoo...
Can I take the seedlings outdoors?
Posted by Laura Grossmann
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tn_veggie_gardner(7)Updated Watch the wind & the temperature & keep them wet if in direct sunlight and you should be ok.
Removing Domes from Seedlings
Posted by bucklesnbows(z 6)
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tn_veggie_gardner(7)Updated Keep the peat pots very wet & put the ones that are left in thr sunlight indoors (windowsill). Spray with fertilizer. Transplant once they're healthy.
need help starting seeds indoors in greenhouses!!
Posted by novice_2009(zone 6b)
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novice_2009(zone 6b)Updated Thanks to you all! I will get my grow light closer, and aim for 16 hours a day. Once they germinate, domes removed, how often should i water them? Thanks for all your help.
Will I have enough time?
Posted by rchie
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rchieUpdated Even after soaking and cold stratifying?
fiber pots from Vietnam
Posted by cnid(z5b Ont Canada)
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cnid(z5b Ont Canada)Updated Thanks for your input Karyn. I guess we just end up trusting them. I am disappointed that I did not hear back from the company, and that the other business that sells them knew nothing about the product. Still not sure if I want t...
How did they die??? How does this make sense??
Posted by ms_minnamouse(7a)
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calistoga_al ca 15 usda 9Updated It is much better to eliminate the conditions that favor the dampening off fungus than it is to kill it with chemicals. Just remember as soon as germination occurs, you should lower the temperature, hold back on the water, remove ...
Think ahead..extra seedlings
Posted by ontheteam(5a-6 (S.Eastern, MA))
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ontheteam(5a-6 (S.Eastern, MA))Updated yeah,but I live in a very agricultural area far off the beaten path. Last yr when I ended up hauling all the orphans in to work to force on people I hatched the Plan. Of course the boss did to decide to take me up on i till now......
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