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newbie question on transplanting
Posted by greenthumbinmygarden(z9TX)
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kanuk(Zone 5 Qc Canada)Updated Dave ~ Thanks so much for taking the time to respond to my concerns. I think you've saved my seeds from being ripped out of their containers and replanted!! Kidding!! I will go over the info over @ WS forum. I probably skimmed thr...
need help with germinating yvonnes salvia
Posted by kimsgarden
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patrizia007Updated Here is a little inspiration with Yvonne's Salvia...seeds were started 2/29/08 in pre-moistened Promix BX, surface sown, pressed down into soil but not covered, spray misted with water, clear baggie placed over top of cell pack, p...
starting storage onions
Posted by dab07
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dab07Updated I have bought onion plants in the past, but want to try seeds. last year I did so unsuccessfully, and resorted to plants when the seedlings didn't work out. I hope to do better this year!
Cheap heat mat at Harbor freight
Posted by dirt_tracker(8A/B-AL)
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mmqchdygg(Z5NH)Updated bump...that must be a perpetual sale.
sedum from seed
Posted by sedumqueen
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calistoga_al ca 15 usda 9Updated My Sedom spectabile reseeds itself regularly and I dig up and transplant the seedlings. Al
When to start what seeds? Site?
Posted by womanhead(5a)
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belleville_rose_grUpdated I don't pay attention to the start date. I have some plants I started in January and have repotted them and are doing fine. Some are under artificial lights others are getting natural light.
Tomatoe seedling help! Plants dying and or at danger!
Posted by seedsavr
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kayhhUpdated The combo of sagging and yellow gives me the impression that they are overwatered and underfertilized. The top 1/4- 1/2 inch of the planting medium should be allowed to dry between watering. (the bigger the pot, the more you can a...
Question regarding timing of seeds coming
Posted by rjinga
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rjingaUpdated Dave, In case you have not heard this frequently enough...you are an invaluable resource of information on this site and I for one truly do appreciate your input. thanks for always being willing to share your knowledge and experie...
check out my babies!!
Posted by kvalentz(5- NE Ohio)
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misskimmie(z4b Central NY)Updated Wow, I guessed right about the round pot. I thought lupine - (not cherry, I'm not that good! lol - What's behind it, Cosmos ? Cute babies! kim
Heat mat or heat cables?
Posted by athagan(z9a N/C Fl)
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albert_135(Sunset 2 or 3)Updated You should be interested in the temperature of the soil. The least expensive way I know is to get a cooking thermometer that has a metal probe and a dial that shows temperatures down to about room temperature. I think the one I ha...
starting seeds on top of fridge?
Posted by pslynch(9)
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dab07Updated I start all my seeds in trays on top of the frig and tall cabinets and armoire-type furniture. The air is a lot warmer up there, and it works well.
Green Onions
Posted by kayhh
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kayhhUpdated Ahhhh....the "hunk o'seedlings" method. That is a good question about overcrowding tho'. Sure they don't need much room, so I guess that thinning them out as they grow should be OK, shouldn't it? And when I say "thi...
How to germinate pine seeds
Posted by chammond(7)
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chammond(7)Updated Thank you both for your suggestions. Chris
I have seeds to share!
Posted by gardenfanatic(MO zone5b)
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digdirt2Updated You'll find the seed exchanges linked at the top of each forum page. The main exchange page is linked below for you. Here is a link that might be useful: Seed Exchanges
seedlings' leaves not emerging from seed?
Posted by Elizabeth White
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blackgrass(6)Updated Try planting them a little deeper so they are able to pull themselves out of the seed as the seed is still moist and anchored in the soil. Otherwise, I've had success placing a light layer of cotton over the seedlings and misting ...
Lights on or off
Posted by nissy12
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nissy12Updated How soon do I take the domes off ? I have like 60% sprouts, when would be a good time to take them off. Thank you so much for your help ! Dennis
Seed starting KITS!! Which one??????
Posted by lary1047(z5 MI)
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dab07Updated Most of those systems are unnecessarily expensive. You will get perfect results by starting seeds in a cell tray as mentioned above and covering it with plastic for a couple of days. I've cut up a kitchen bag for the plastic cover...
block maker, soil
Posted by dorvonne
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dab07Updated I think my recipe calls for a little garden soil, proportionately (the recipe is from Eliot Coleman). Nothing in it is sterilized and I've never had a problem related to that.
optimum soil temp for veggie seeds
Posted by dirtbert(z4)
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digdirt2Updated Tomatoes and peppers both require 75 degrees minimum. Optimal range is 75-80. They will germinate at 70 degrees but takes longer and rate of germination is reduced. Most other vegetables will do fine with 65-72. Dave
trumpet vine management
Posted by lindaruzicka(Z6 PA)
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dirtdauberz5moUpdated Just really make sure you're up to the commitment to clip those pods. When we moved into our house 20 years ago, the entire back yard was full of sprouting trumpet vine. It was everywhere, from up the side of the house itself to c...
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