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New Flower & Veg Seeds
Posted by wally2007(Zone 6)
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wally2007(Zone 6)Updated Thanks MUCH for your quick and much needed advice. I understand that proper circulation is critical. I don't have a fan, however I have the skirt of the cover raised or open to prevent overheating. I try and maintain a temp betwee...
Tomatoes
Posted by roxann(5 MI (the thumb))
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digdirt2Updated Within the last couple days they started looking spindily.Should I transplant them in other containers with more potting soil or what. Hi roxann - they are telling you that they need much more light. ;) Seedlings quickly grow long...
Another Bio Dome Question... This One Regarding Zinnia
Posted by Maxine(5MA)
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Maxine(5MA)Updated Hi carolync1 Thanks for the tip! I wish i had known about these Root Trainers before? The Zinnia are growing like wild and it would have been great to have them in the RT. I see what you mean about using the Bio Dome tray. I also ...
growing seeds in my basement
Posted by daisyk(6)
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digdirt2Updated But I want to set up a grow rack in my basement for next year. There is no heat in the basement. What would I have to do. I do have one of those small green houses with a plastic cover and 2 4" grow lights and a few small fan...
When and Where to Pinch
Posted by joytwo1839(z6 TN)
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digdirt2Updated Honestly, most things don't require any pinching. It isn't a health issue but simply an appearance issue and so it's need is purely subjective. So, general guidelines: If something is long, leggy, lanky, droopy as a result of too ...
Tall-l-l-l Seedlings
Posted by joytwo1839(z6 TN)
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joytwo1839(z6 TN)Updated Dave, thanks. It helps very much. I am on my way to change them now.
seedling falling over
Posted by west9491(6)
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digdirt2Updated A small fan set on low and at a distance far enough away to only create a slight breeze is commonly recommended for growing seedlings. There are many posts here about their use that a search will pull up for you. Not only does it ...
Transplanted seedlings are looking faded
Posted by rjinga
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rjingaUpdated i did the diluted miracle grow yesterday, so well see if that peps them up some.... some are ready to go into the ground, so if my back will hold up...i"ll try to plant them this weekend.
saving left over seeds
Posted by daisyk(6)
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digdirt2Updated Check out all the FAQ's over on the Saving Seed Forum (linked at the top of this forum's front page) for detailed instructions on how to save and store seeds. Most all are viable for many years if stored properly. Enjoy your seedl...
24hr a day light on seedlings. Now what???
Posted by johnnyapollo(Ohio 6a)
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digdirt2Updated Right now I have the wind part covered with the fan on them. Nope. ;) Having had a fan on them isn't the same has exposing them to wind outside. Hardening off plants is a gradual process, done over at least a week for a slowly inc...
tea plant from seed
Posted by nursecynthia
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rhizo_1 (North AL) zone 7Updated Are you talking about Camellia sinensis (tea)? If so, camellia seeds, once harvested from their 'pods', must be planted promptly or they lose viability. The pods need to ripen on the plant and the seeds collected when they natural...
True leaves are yellowing
Posted by scholl734(Zone 6, MI)
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scholl734(Zone 6, MI)Updated Thanks...I've cut back significantly and I'm hoping to see some improvement.
Pelleted Petunia seeds mush when planting?
Posted by nbadger
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rhizo_1 (North AL) zone 7Updated You ought to invest in a misting nozzle for your hose. Then you can use water (the best way) to settle the seeds in, without any disturbance. I've had my 'Fogg-It' for about 20 years! I use it to settle transplants into their new ...
Seeds have sprouted, but not growing any more..
Posted by katec
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webkat5(Z6a MO)Updated Can you take them outside on warm days? Tomatoes do not like temperatures below 50º F and any exposure to these low temps will slow them down...
Miracle Grow on seedlings?
Posted by allisonlwise(5)
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digdirt2Updated Yeah, I did Cosmos for the first time this year and those little things are real suckers...of water that is. Yes, you can use Miracle Grow DILUTED to 1/4 strength. But nothing needs feeding until after it fully develops it's first...
watering seedlings in peat pots and cell packs
Posted by west9491(6)
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daisyk(6)Updated I also wonder the same, how much water. I have just transplanted my seeds into larger jiffy pots. I'm worried of over watering. I have been using a turkey baster to add a bit of watter to each plant. I have to say the watering par...
Growing from seed since summer
Posted by senjanevada(9)
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moonphase(z7 Ga)Updated I used to grow in a green house also and but I had heat and lots of lights.I could not move it when I moved 9 yrs ago so now,I winter sow.It,is easy,it works,its cheap,and I have literally hundresd of plants.Join us and see the re...
incarvillea delavayi
Posted by dirtdiver(6)
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dirtdiver(6)Updated Thanks. Lots of differing opinions! Deno says all incarvillea seem to be quick 70D germinators, found some others who said give them light. Consequently, I have one group in the dark, one in light. All are in fairly warm places. T...
Heat from light sources?
Posted by martinz
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tuscanseed(7)Updated I've always used the heat from the lights before germination and never use bottom heat. My flats are in an unheated room, too. I've had very good success with my method and I wouldn't change a thing. Your setup sounds fantastic. M...
Salvia identification please
Posted by glaswegian(5b, Ont)
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nurserymanager(7-8 Zuni Va)Updated It kinda looks like catnip.
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