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Starting Seeds with Soil Block Maker
Posted by kandm(8b coastal alabama)
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eaglesgarden(6b - se PA)Updated As promised... Here is a link that might be useful: 2nd link
Fuzzy Broccoli Seedlings
Posted by naturenut_ohio(z6Ohio)
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naturenut_ohio(z6Ohio)Updated Thanks so much..
Thompson and Morgan germination data
Posted by marthacr(z5 Me)
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greenthumbs2000Updated the above referenced spreadsheet is right here: Here is a link that might be useful: seed spreadsheet
Thinning? or Killing? & Mold!
Posted by thechafes(1)
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homemommyUpdated i had seedlings in a window, and they kept getting taller and taller and taller!! I got them under a light and the magically stopped growing! I thought it was a bright enough window, large, south facing, heats up my dinning room o...
When to start Cauliflower Seed
Posted by naturenut_ohio(z6Ohio)
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naturenut_ohio(z6Ohio)Updated Ok Dave, then that is what the book I have been reading refers to as buttons.. I think I am going to wish I had built my hoophouse larger..lol
Lantana = will it bloom this year if grown by seed?
Posted by irish_rose_grower(z7 LI NY)
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Boop(5/6)Updated I have some older seeds of lantana camera and maybe another that is gold. You can have them for a sase or I would trade for the JMGs. Lmk. Happy Gardening! Boop
talinum
Posted by alfred_grower
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Boop(5/6)Updated This was what a search came up with Zones 4-9. Native from the central states of the USA. Surface sow the seeds, light needed for best germination. I usually start it now. Under floresantlights and warm. It helps to sprinkle a lii...
How do you inventory your seeds?
Posted by ragtimegal(9 CA 19)
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retiredprof(7)Updated I do use the Excel spreadsheet (see my earlier post in this thread), but the actual seeds I keep in a shoebox with alpha dividers I made by cutting up large index cards. I want to be able to find the actual seeds fairly quickly, b...
Tissue rolls for seeds.
Posted by maidinmontana(Zone 5 Billings MT)
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greenwood85(6b)Updated Beware of mold, I've never done this personally but have seen it done and mold was almost always an issue.
moving seeds/seedlings from germination spot to lights
Posted by marthacr(z5 Me)
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mehearty(So ME z5a)Updated In the past, I've put a folded up newspaper over the ones who needed darkness. Some years I figure that darkness is acheived by being under the soil, so I don't worry. Most of my seedlings have been up for a couple of weeks and un...
Found a watering tray
Posted by rj_hythloday(8A VA)
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kandm(8b coastal alabama)Updated That's cool, you can reuse it next year too.
how many lights?
Posted by birkjar
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rj_hythloday(8A VA)Updated I saw T12 fixtures at wally world today for 11.49 but the bulbs are still more expensive. I'll be adding a $9 T12 for a total of 2. I might add a 3rd when I pot up if they aren't fitting under the bulbs.
It was a sad day today
Posted by xxx1angel3xxx(8)
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homemommyUpdated It was a sad day for me too. I went to turn off my plants in the basement this morning, and discovered a tray knocked over. Either the cat or my son did it (I sent him down to turn on the lights the night before). Anyway, I lost a...
Newbee a little freaked out
Posted by birkjar
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digdirt2Updated Discussed in detail in the post called "'web' looking thing - fungus? - on my starts" just below your post. Dave
'web' looking thing - fungus? - on my starts
Posted by lilion
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digdirt2Updated I took the cover off last night and within hours the fungus was nearly gone. It's magic! ;) Dave
peat pellets
Posted by chuckstoll(5)
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bdobsUpdated My first year from seed. I seeded 72 with Tomatoes and 72 with peppers. I have 72 seedlings of each now. No problem with the peppers here
Heating pad alternative (And it is free)
Posted by scott_home(Austin TX)
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caligardener916(9)Updated I put mine on top of the heater vent on the floor in my son's room. I check em everyday to make sure the soil doesn't dry out the seeds. I love my babies =O )
question about seeds
Posted by Thomas Moore
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digdirt2Updated Here you go. Check out the FAQ's there on which seeds require any special treatment. Gourd seeds don't - just dry storage. Dave Here is a link that might be useful: Seed Saving Forum
Swan Plant Seeds
Posted by pippajg(Canterbury NZ)
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poisondartfrogUpdated pippajg, Gomphocarpus can take 7 days or so to germinate with a little bottom heat. If she is having trouble growing from seeds, it is easy to grow from cuttings or by wintering over a plant indoors or in the greenhouse. It is imp...
Using recycled containers?
Posted by melissel
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homemommyUpdated i have been starting seed for about 5 years, year over year I get a little better. The biggest challenge I have had is not having a proper light set up (at least this year that is partly resolved) and I had a tendancy to get hit h...
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