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Where do you buy or order seeds from?
Posted by brazenspider
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seabeckg(western WA)Updated Fedco, great choice, price and free shipping over $30. This year they shipped free even when my order slipped below $30 because a few were sold out. None of this 'we're sorry, you must order more...' bull. And they shipped Priorit...
Does this setup sound reasonable?
Posted by victoria2393(USDA Z8/ Sunset Z6)
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mcbdz(8 Louisiana)Updated I would also suggest checking out the winter sowing board. I also live in Z8 and already have seedling comung up and have done fine through the last couple cold snaps. Pattie
How long to keep plastic on top of containers?
Posted by natalie4b(7b GA)
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rachel_z6(7)Updated Unless the seedlings are in a very cold and drafty place, I take the plastic off shortly after germination. Due to germination rates, some seedlings are under plastic for longer than others, so it isn't really a detriment, per se....
What is the risk of starting seeds earlier than recommended?
Posted by mscolere
7 Comments
Chemocurl zn5b/6a IndianaUpdated Below is a link to Starting tomatoes from seed from the Tomato Forum FAQ. I see it states: Many novices fail at starting tomatoes simply because they start too early. Given the proper care, full-sized tomato transplants can be gro...
Light needed during germination
Posted by julieann_grow
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calistoga_al ca 15 usda 9Updated After germination heat should be reduced and water monitored carefully. Unneeded heat and excess water create the condition favoring damping off disease. Good air circulation is also a must at this time. Al
Best Method for Starting Seeds?
Posted by macthayer(z9a NV)
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wordwizUpdated I know lots of people use Miracle Gro PS but there are also many who swear it is the most evil thing since Satan. One of the most common complaints is that it has too much Nitrogen in it - which causes vertical growth. I've seen a...
Is it ok to reverse the day night light regimine?
Posted by bdobs
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bdobsUpdated OK, so I plan on having the lights on 18 hours/day. My off time will be from 1pm to 7pm. I will keep the shade drawn on my little window so it will be quite dim/dark in there when the lights are off during daylight. I may graduall...
Cucumber and Melons
Posted by opie12(8/MS)
opie12(8/MS)There is a cucumber and melon swap going on over in the round robin forum. Would love for you to join us! Here is a link that might be useful: Cucumber and Melon Swap
Who's starting what? where?
Posted by greenwood85(6b)
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ruthsmith(5MA)Updated I'm in MA and haven't even started yet! I'll be starting leeks soon. The nightshades won't get started until mid march..maybe earlier as I've purchased a few wall o waters and can get the tomatoes out earlier with them. I'm enviou...
Is this right for lettuce seedlings
Posted by andreaz6wv(6b)
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andreaz6wv(6b)Updated Thanks for a response. I have noticed today that they seem a little greener. I do think I've lost some though. I think after another day or 2 I will see how they look and transplant them and get the good ones out. If I don't do th...
When to start onion seeds? Garlic indoors?
Posted by tommy2
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violet_sky(z8 Portland OR)Updated Here's a handy little tool you'll love - Grow Guide. That should let you know when to start things indoors, outdoors and transplant dates according to the first and last frost dates for your region. Google "frost dates" ...
What is 'Mineral Soil' composed of?
Posted by onetwothreetim
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morz8(Washington Coast Z8b)Updated Tim, in the case of your fireweed (Epilobium angustifolium)-, mineral soil refers to the type of natural site where much of the organic top material has been burned away - forest fire or planned burn. I don't think you will find i...
Fuzzy tomato seeds?
Posted by queuetue(5a)
2 Comments
knittlin(8b)Updated Yep, some tomato seeds are just normally fuzzy. Not necessarily all of them, but some are.
Seeding Salvia africana-lutea
Posted by poisondartfrog
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poisondartfrogUpdated I have wanted to add this one for a few years, but it's natural bloom time is probably a good indicator that I am tilting at windmills. At least it won't be that one species of Salvia I will regret not trying. I am using a heat ma...
Small Seed Starter Packs
Posted by retiredprof(7)
6 Comments
johngatchUpdated I use the small 2 oz. or so bathroom mouthwash plastic cups that you find in the supermarket, placed in an aluminum food tray that is sold with a clear plastic dome which can also be bought at supermarkets, Walmart, etc. Punch a c...
Starting warm weather seeds outdoors in sun?
Posted by llink2
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ramazz(8a VA)Updated I highly recommend you go over to the wintersowing forum. Wintersowing is growing seeds outdoors in (usually recycled)containers that are designed to work like mini-greenhouses. I think this is exactly what you want to do! Becky
Pelleted Achillea, is this a mistake?
Posted by steve22802(7a VA)
3 Comments
ncdirtdigger(7b)Updated use caution when putting this plant in your garden, it can be VERY aggressive! I planted appleblossum and it tried to take over, whereas coranation gold behaved very well.
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Posted by minal(6)
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minal(6)Updated Great set up. Thanks for the water advice. I will keep that in mind.
When is a good time to start seeds
Posted by RG100
3 Comments
RG100Updated Thanks for your help. Looks like following the package advise makes sense.
Use of grow lights
Posted by hammonds_ns(6)
11 Comments
RG100Updated I can confirm that you actually dont need lights to grow plants. I have been successfully growing zinnias, petunias, impatiens and other plants by just putting them in my south facing kitchen window. It is actually like a patio do...
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