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Indoor seedlings question
Posted by peaches20(6 PA)
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karyn1(7a)Updated The yellow tape will only kill the adult gnats. You need to kill the larvae. I treat the soil with Bt. It's available in many different forms, Gnatrol, Mosquito Dunks, etc. Karyn
old seed starter mix?
Posted by nicollehb
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karyn1(7a)Updated I don't see any reason why you shouldn't use it, especially if it's still sealed. I use old (open bag) and recycled potting mix for winter sowing and a sterile mix for starting seeds inside or in the greenhouse. If you are concern...
Advice on germinating Shrankia nuttallii please
Posted by greenfrog(VIC Australia)
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karyn1(7a)Updated I found this online: Germination Tips: Cool moist stratify, scarify and innoculate. Fall planting of scarified seed can be successful. Good luck. Karyn
Need advice on starting veggies in doors
Posted by glacier1093
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digdirt2Updated My question is: is my house warm enough for germination? Usually the temperature is around 60 plus degrees during the day and at night approx 55-50. Also I've read that putting the seed trays on top of the fridge can help as it's ...
Can anyone help me with a seed chart template?
Posted by irish_rose_grower(z7 LI NY)
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digdirt2Updated Hi Rose - looks like you got several good suggestions in your thread on this question over in the Tomatoes forum. Hope that solves the problem for you. ;) Dave
good news bad new
Posted by west9491(6)
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calistoga_al ca 15 usda 9Updated My coleus seedlings are also in a state of suspended growth, but still look healthy, so I am trying to be patient and not do anything but wait. Al
Growing kiwi seeds from store bought fruit
Posted by mersiepoo(6A)
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chills71(Zone 6b Mi)Updated I'm on 5 years and hoping this will be the one (I have 6 females and 3 males....only 2 of the males have bloomed so far) ~Chills
bell pepper
Posted by bluebetty(7)
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digdirt2Updated And keep in mind that they will all be green peppers at first and will only change colors as they are left on the vine to ripen futher. ;) Dave
Kalanchoe seeds
Posted by coke_nut(9b Orlando)
coke_nut(9b Orlando)Can anyone tell me where the seeds are on a Kalanchoe.These are the kinda orange looking flowers. Almost looks like the flower on a Aloe Vera plant which hangs down. I have no idea what the exact name of this kalanchoe is. If anyone...
feeding
Posted by birdiewi(7b)
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loretta5_gw(Z6 PA)Updated I use Superthrive once or twice a month or so but as belleville rose gr says, only after 2-4 sets of true leaves are on the seedling. All of the above recommendations will work. I would say just don't overfeed them.
Info. on pollination
Posted by carla17(Z7 NC)
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digdirt2Updated Of any particualr plant or species? Or just pollination in general? If you Google "pollination" all sorts of links come up full of info ranging from basic to very scientific. I linked one intro one below. Dave Here is a ...
The apples in my fridge are sprouting!
Posted by lilchanti(z18 CA)
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georgez5il(z5 IL)Updated The seed IF planted in soil will produce a apple tree BUT will not resemble the parents. be they Gala or red delicious (etc). would be better served to purchase grafted plants od a desired apple. The same applies to any other frui...
Starting Seeds Indoors
Posted by johnaw(z5 OHIO)
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digdirt2Updated Yep, we are still using regular fluorescent bulbs, John, the ones sold at Walmart or most any hardware store or home center. Nothing much has changed about that part. ;) You can buy warm or cool - Kitchen & Bath or Home & ...
newbie q about leaving seed outdoor
Posted by crystalgeorgia(GA/ 8)
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leslies(z7 No VA)Updated I've found that most seedlings, once they're up, do just fine outdoors so long as night temps are staying above 40 degrees. Basil, peppers and tomatoes get pretty miserable when its that cold, though. Lots of seeds won't sprout un...
peroxide seedlings
Posted by west9491(6)
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leslies(z7 No VA)Updated Adequate ventilation and not overwatering are the simplest things you can do to prevent damping off.
pelleted seeds
Posted by jan36(z6MA)
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rhizo_1 (North AL) zone 7Updated Those durn pansy seeds are sooooo teensy that the pelleting process is a must for some of us! :-)
Damp off and baking soda
Posted by sstricklen
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rhizo_1 (North AL) zone 7Updated I agree that air circulation is necessary, but not just in the environment around your seedlings. The potting mix should be extremely aerated, too. You can achieve this by adding a substantial amount of coarse perlite to your mix ...
kiwi seeds
Posted by steve8855
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georgez5il(z5 IL)Updated There are 2 related forums "seed saving" & "Seed/plant exchange" Also there is web store sponsored by this forum Also google subject they will provide a list of suppliers and.......
moskvichka 's problem with jja seeds
Posted by annebert(6b/7a MD)
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georgez5il(z5 IL)Updated Thanks!!!!
Once again Lambs Ear lost
Posted by joytosew(5MO)
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digdirt2Updated My best guess from the info provided would be over-watering. This is a highly drought-tolerant plant which quickly develops root rot as well as leaf rot if the soil is not well draining or if it gets too much water. Treat it like ...
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