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How do I successfully grow Impatiens from seed?
Posted by ashley_minnig
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ashley_minnigUpdated started with bean, I am so happy they germinated, I bet your right about the heat from the lights! The seed coating is still on the tops of the leaves. So how often do you water? I also am curious now that I got them growing, what...
Petunia seeds - to cover or not
Posted by RG100
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RG100Updated Thank you all for taking time to respond and provide me with this information. I sowed them about 5 days ago - so I guess I have a long while to wait. I also just put them out in trays ( recycled from plants purchased last year) i...
Coleus - Thin to individual plants or HOS?
Posted by mehearty(So ME z5a)
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calistoga_al ca 15 usda 9Updated With low light seedlings grow larger leaves to get more photosynthesis and also elongate the stems. There is NO substitute for adequate light. Al
Nice crop of moss?
Posted by victoria2393(USDA Z8/ Sunset Z6)
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digdirt2Updated The "moss" is actually mold and is a common thing when the potting mix is kept too wet and it often comes up for discussion here. It can kill the seedling so yes, it needs to be stopped. It leads to the disease called &q...
HI :) Growing Lavender from seed - regarding
Posted by blessedfrog(7 DFW)
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calistoga_al ca 15 usda 9Updated Be sure they are getting lots of light and DO NOT give them too much water. Hide the spray bottle to prevent over use. Al
Onion seeds - shelf life
Posted by kiddo_1(NE OH 5)
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tomakers(SE MA Zone 5/6 or ?)Updated I have had onion seeds up to 2 years old germinate at about 50%, but I know onion seed is notoriously short-lived. The seed companies do nothing to prevent germination. JMO, Tom
How long can one leave sprouts unplanted?
Posted by lilion
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digdirt2Updated They need to be planted almost immediately, within 24 hours, or bacterial contamination sets in. You can extend it to 48 if you rinse and drain them at least a couple of times a day. And yes, seeds sprouted at the same time will m...
Growing seeds in an unheated garage
Posted by angelajgood
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digdirt2Updated Here are a couple of previous discussions on your questions with lots of tips on how you can do it. Shelves, lights, some plastic or reflective material to enclose the shelves, and a small fan is all you need. Hope it helps. Dave ...
Wanted : Lotus tubers or seeds,pond plants........
Posted by denise255
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digdirt2Updated Please post this on the Aquatic Plant Exchange forum. Thanks. Here is a link that might be useful: Aquatic Plant Exchange
When to thin Broccoli Seedlings
Posted by naturenut_ohio(z6Ohio)
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naturenut_ohio(z6Ohio)Updated Thanks for the advice greenthumb..I think I will try a couple tomorrow and see how it goes..
perennials / groundcovers from seed
Posted by graficaamy(6)
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sunnygirl70(5 IN)Updated I have snow on the mountain. It is a great ground cover that looks like hosta but smaller form and is a hardy perrenial. It grows in the sunny spots where hosta WONT. Try Park Seeds co. www.parkseed.com their product is great and ...
Seed types
Posted by polarized(6)
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gettingreenthumbUpdated Yea, corn cross pollinates easily due to large fields.
yesterday, today,tomorrow..Brunsfelsia pauciflora
Posted by beverlysc(8a SC)
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kayjones(Mo6b)Updated Mine are ripening now, after a cold period. They self-sow readily - I have a number of seedlings below the mother plant. I harvest mine when they are brown and ready to fall from the bush.
12 or 40 Cell Self Watering Seed Propagator
Posted by lburfitt
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leroiflUpdated They work great. I have used them for awhile. I am on my 3rd planting this year. 1 more to go.
Disappointing Seed Selection at local retailers?
Posted by topnotchveggie
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christine1950Updated I stopped at the local Dollar Tree yesterday and was amazed at the seed display they had and the best part was they were 10 for $1.00 :>) They had a nice variety of flowers and veggies... So if you can get to a $ Tree store it ...
How hot is too hot?
Posted by ebrown64
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petzold6596(8b southern NM)Updated To help maintain soil temp., water with warm tap water not cold tap water.
Medium and Potting Up
Posted by jimla(Z6 PA)
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gettingreenthumbUpdated If it becomes rootbound then it it should be transplanted. If you can spare 2 weeks then yes move to a larger pot, if not leave them be. Timing is everything if the roots don't become bound in time for final transplant then the ro...
More beginner questions - hardening off and potting up
Posted by lilion
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gettingreenthumbUpdated At least wait till the plant is somewhat well developed. I'm not sure how big it should be I run behind sometimes qand it depends on the needs of the type of plant. I would use a hot house to ease them into the chilling weather by...
Bloomsdale spinach
Posted by gettingreenthumb
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gettingreenthumbUpdated almost 50% of the trays sprouted now its like 1.5 weeks later. I will direct sow them but the majority of seeds came up when I moved them to a room with an avg. temp of 40 degrees Thanx
Shipping rates for seeds,
Posted by kandm(8b coastal alabama)
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wildlifeman(5b)Updated homemommy, i logged in just to back u up. there is far more expense to maintain a retail outlet than a mailorder warehouse. high shipping prices are just another way to boost income. whens the last time u saw a mailorder house in ...
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