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Thermometer Variables
Posted by cugal(5b-6a NE Ks)
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cugal(5b-6a NE Ks)Updated Thanks folks! I tried placing the probe of the digital heat mat thermometer directly into one of the flats & that fixed my problem (ie, gave me an accurate reading), after I'd cooked several flats of seeds, of course.............
starting cleomes from seed
Posted by april_wine(z7 Tennessee)
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ltlwilli(8)Updated These are new to me , and I look forward to trying them out in the Post Oak Savannah of Texas this coming Spring. Thank you guys for all the valuable info on these beauties. LtlWilli~Rick
Not getting veggies until end of summer
Posted by lilpetunia
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digdirt2Updated Yeah you have some definite handicaps to work around then. Sounds like you are going to have to find a gardening partner to fill in the gaps. Rather than trying to get all the things into the garden at the same time and before mid...
Capillary matting system for seeds?
Posted by lucillle
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lucillleUpdated After a couple of days of thinking about it, I removed the capillary mats. It did not make sense to me (after the first wave of resistance and rationalization because I had by then bought the mats and set up the system) to flirt w...
You're In Good Company!!
Posted by cugal(5b-6a NE Ks)
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lucillleUpdated There certainly are a lot of other seed starters.
stratifying in the fridge - any concerns?
Posted by hairmetal4ever(Z7 MD)
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the_yard_guy(6A)Updated I agree with jocelyn, there are many different ways to stratify seeds. I have tried using the "paper towel" method and that works as well. As long as the seeds are damp and cold for the necessary length of time without f...
Curry leaf tree seedlings need help
Posted by remy101(lewisville,Tx)
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brandon7 TN_zone(7)Updated You can buy them through Amazon.com (be sure to review the supplier's ratings though!) www.seedscollector.com (I have no idea who the heck these people are, so purchase with caution) has them. Seeds of India (limited, excellent Ga...
Starting seed in a larger pot
Posted by lucillle
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lucillleUpdated Brandon, just doing a search for 'fibrous roots' and 'potting up' brings up quite a bit. I will for sure move them prior to their roots getting entangled, thanks for bringing that up.
Growing Pink Peony Poppy seeds!
Posted by heavenlyfarm(zone 6b)
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kvbk(3)Updated Be discreet. Grow them in your backyard among your vegetables. They are more likely to attract thieves than to interest the police. Here is a link that might be useful: more poppy pictures and growing notes on my gardening blog Th...
Striped Marvel marigold seeds?
Posted by Scree
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ScreeUpdated Perfect! Thanks so much.
growing metasequoia from seed
Posted by hairmetal4ever(Z7 MD)
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digdirt2Updated Did you check out all the info links I posted on your other thread about germinating and growing conifers? Considered a fast grower at 1-2' per year after year 2. Lots of discussions about this variety already over on the Conifers...
Growing under lights
Posted by John
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lucillleUpdated Agree, Dave is an asset to GW.
Acorns, asymmetry, and seedling variation
Posted by weberriver
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weberriverUpdated Awesome, thank you, Brandon! I didn't realize that potbound roots could cause that kind of damage later on, very very good to know. As for the oak babies, they're both still doing well, plenty of leaves now.
Gibberellic acid
Posted by novascapes
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David.Sturtz(8)Updated There is good articles on the net about forest fires releasing seeds to germinate: http://creationrevolution.com/2012/06/plants-that-need-fire-to-survive http://depts.washington.edu/propplnt/2003guidelines/group1/Smoke%20Infusion....
Bolivian rainbow pepper problems
Posted by LullabyF360
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lylehaleUpdated I have been growing them for a year. I ordered from online (dunno where it was) and they sprouted easily. They were slow growing last season and I hae been overwintering them on my sunporch along with all my other exotic hot peppe...
First Time Growing Begonias
Posted by cugal(5b-6a NE Ks)
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cugal(5b-6a NE Ks)Updated Thanks Dave! You still da man! ;) I'm not seeing the pellets, so I assume they've dissolved.. Gave them a good misting when sowed.......... Time I have (ie, retired), patience, well............ About how long till germination? I'v...
organic soil
Posted by John_JJ(5)
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digdirt2Updated Pro-Mix BX is one of the most frequently recommended. But then most all germination/seed starting mixes are "organic" since they only contain peat, vermiculite or perlite, and some lime. It only becomes an issue after ge...
Sowing Begonias
Posted by sjc48
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poisondartfrogUpdated Shirley, I grow them every year. Instead of starting in the greenhouse I begin indoors under lights so that I can monitor them. They are not difficult to germinate but as soon as they do you have to get them in good light quickly....
conifers from seed
Posted by hairmetal4ever(Z7 MD)
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digdirt2Updated Just in case - have you checked out all the "germinating" and "growing from seed" discussions over on the Trees Forum here? Also check out these links: Univ. of Nebraska Ext: How to Grow Conifers from Seed Moth...
Watering from Bottom
Posted by Bill1897
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digdirt2Updated No I sure didn't. Thanks Flora. :) Dave
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