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Avocado trees
Posted by abrasbrother
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digdirt2Updated Agree that the odds are slim when compared to grafted tree production. Plus the many years involved before production even begins to reach appropriate levels is another discouraging issue. Dave
When to transplant seedlings to bigger container
Posted by mzmalik
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seysonn(8a WA/HZ 1)Updated It depends on WHAT vegetable/plant we are talking about and what is the original size in which they were sown.
Has anyone grown Bacopa flowers from seed?
Posted by undercover_owl(8 Pac.NW)
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hopscotch_2010(5)Updated I grew the blue bacopa from seeds this year. I got them from Ebay. They are tiny little seedlings, but almost all of what I sowed in the house under lights grew. I put some in a hanging basket and some in a pot with other plants. ...
Growing asparagus from seed
Posted by ryseryse_2004
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yiorges-z5ilUpdated remove pulp from seed & allow to dry.....then lightly cover the seed ...soil temp for germination 70F & takes 14 days to germinatte 6 weeks to be large enough to set out.....NOTE: poor germination, slow growth. keep well w...
Germinated seed not rising
Posted by saoodhashim
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adidas(6/7)Updated Hello. I don't know specifically about tomatoes and peppers but usually when seeds germinate but then seem to be failing shortly afterwards the way you are describing, they have either been over watered or aren't getting enough ai...
Castilleja coccinea and sulphur ?
Posted by adidas(6/7)
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adidas(6/7)Updated Thank-you for your help. I will sow the seeds (after cold strat.) w/grama seeds. I have cleared a patch outside in my "meadow" and will cover the seeds w/burlap 'til next spring.
Direct Fall Sowing
Posted by shamrock62081
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Campanula UK Z8Updated yeah, I would be inclined to do a more controlled sowing in spring....but save seeds and next autumn, you can strew, broadcast and fling to your heart's content. You could, of course, sow some now in pots and transfer to garden in...
Collecting seeds from Celosia
Posted by aquadragonfly(7b NC)
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aquadragonfly(7b NC)Updated I collected some seeds from the feather type today but the one in the picture is a little harder. The seeds are at the base. I guess I will wait a bit then cut it. I don't think there is any other way. At least I will have some fo...
Starting from Seeds - Corrections of Mistakes
Posted by saoodhashim
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flo9Updated You can try using white colored fabric lace to help filter out the sun. I haven't tried it, but have heard of many others doing this with great success. You just tarp it above your plants when the sun is too hot for some plants.
good place to buy seeds online?
Posted by david883(5/6)
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flo9Updated I've had great results from Bakers Creek heirlooms... except every white tomato seeds I've bought all comes out really yellow. I've tried several different types of their white tomatoes and all come out yellow. They're pictures ar...
Winged bean / Asparagus pea Seed Question
Posted by dethcheez(Sunny SoCal Z10)
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dethcheez(Sunny SoCal Z10)Updated Thanx Didn't think about asking there
Native Seeds inTucson, AZ is having a sale @ their retail store!
Posted by wertach zone 7-B SC
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wertach zone 7-B SCUpdated Thanks, I forgot about it!
How to treat different types of Morning Glory seeds
Posted by rainbow_catz
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wertach zone 7-B SCUpdated I don't know what species we have growing around here. They are pink, blue, purple, and a lot different variegated types. Since you are in 5b they may not have time to go to seed? Since it originated in Asia, like kudzu, it might ...
Indoor Seedlings - No proper lighting inside house
Posted by saoodhashim
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docmom_gw Zone 5 MI(5)Updated I think trying several different methods is an excellent idea. Good luck. Martha
Pokeweed Help Needed :-)
Posted by GaltoniaLover
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geoforce(z7a SE PA)Updated I loved poke greens as a kid in Oklahoma, but now find it as one of my most hated weeds. Still have an occasional meal of it but mostly tear it and my hair out as it self-seeds everywhere. I would think just throwing them out on f...
crisis of confidence (rambling, apols)
Posted by Campanula UK Z8
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SouthCountryGuy Zone 4b-5 SE BCUpdated While I can't help you on sowing I do have an idea on moisture levels. Could you not fill one with the normal amount of soil then thoroughly moisten. Now by picking the jug up you could feel how heavy it was and use as a compariso...
New native-ish perennial bed, which are good seed candidates?
Posted by ocelaris(7a)
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ocelaris(7a)Updated Thanks all, I am looking to fill in basically the areas that are on the slopes, that currently grass is growing into as a place holder until I can get the beds set up. See bottom picture, anything shaded is what will have Perennia...
Galtonia - Summer Hyacinth
Posted by GaltoniaLover
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morz8(Washington Coast Z8b)Updated Dry in the fridge is only storage. It does nothing to improve germination. If the seeds need a cold period to break dormancy, it must be moist to be helpful. You can sow immediately after harvesting or now, and chances are you wil...
Zenith Zoysia - Seeded Time Lapse 2013
Posted by jovanotko
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passengernumber4Updated Your neighbors house changed color! BTW, it's coming along nicely. Can't wait to see 6 months.
Adding fertilizer once true leaves appear?
Posted by mzmalik
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art33(6)Updated Hi mzmalik and welcome to GardenWeb! Well, when it comes to when and how to fertilize seedlings, you'll probably find considerably disagreement among gardeners. Personally, I do add nutrients to my soil-less mix once the seedlings...
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