Potting mix for seed starting can be a tricky topic. Many people don’t want to shell out the cash for high quality seed starter mix but I can tell you this is possibly the most important investment you’ll make for your plants. If you’re looking to save some pennies, make …
Cozying up with seed catalogs and a nice cup of tea to plan the garden is something I and most growers I know look forward to each winter. However, many people find this process frustrating and are left with lots of questions in the process such as exactly when to …
The most important thing you can do for your seedlings is make sure that they are appropriately watered. Not enough water can be detrimental but having too much water can be just as bad. You should start off by misting them at the seed germination stage and move to a …
Step 1 – Determine the best growing space There are several things to take into consideration when determining which space is most appropriate for your indoor seedling setup including warmth, ability to waterproof the space, moisture level of the space, tolerance of dirt (and, perhaps, the tolerance of your significant …
My seeds are leggy and stretched. What’s wrong? This usually means that your seedlings are not getting enough light and they’re reaching for it. Try giving them supplemental light, up to 18 hours a day, and make sure that your lights are as close to the plant as possible. Sometimes …
From plastic cell-packs to egg cartons, there are many containers you can use to get your plants started. Just remember that it’s important for your containers to have drainage holes – too much water can be bad for little plants. You never want your potting soil to be completely drenched …
Nothing beats full suns when it comes to growing plants. However, there often isn’t enough natural light available on a windowsill to grow good quality transplants. I highly recommend using supplemental lighting if your plants are not going to be in direct light for most of the day (we’re talking …
Transplant production (also known as seedling production) is where it all starts for the home garden/farm. Whether you’re growing in a few raised beds or attempting to plant an acre of vegetables, how your seedlings are grown can set the tone for your entire season. Most folks that I’ve talked …
