Seed Starting
Hi everyone-
Yesterday we talked about garden planning a bit, and today we’ll get a bit more into detail, starting with seed starting. Depending on the time of last 
frost in your area, you’ll want to start seeds between the beginning of February to the end of April. To be successful, you’ll have to have plenty of space and light. You can purchase seed trays and cups at most garden centers and box stores. Avoid the ones made from peat moss, as they dry out quickly and can be very hard to remoisten once they do. Make sure to use a soil mix specially formulated for seed starting, and moisten it before your fill your trays.
Read the information on the seed packets carefully. Some seeds need to be buried in the soil while others just need to be pressed lightly into the top.
Some seeds need to be soaked or lightly scored before planting. Once you’ve got your seeds planted. make sure to cover with the plastic dome that came with the tray. (If you notice too much condensation forming you can prop one corner open slightly). If you don’t have a cover you can use a sheet of plastic wrap or a clear plastic bag. Place in a warm spot and be sure to keep the soil moist.
Once the shoots emerge the real fun begins! More on that tomorrow. 
gardening, gardens, seed starting, seedlings, garden planning
May 8th, 2008 at 9:02 am
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