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Just starting out? Let’s start at the very beginning, with starting seeds. Sowing seeds isn’t quite as simple as A, B, C but with these easy to follow tips, you’ll be growing in no time! In this week’s video, Ben explains everything in this comprehensive guide to successful seed starting. Look no further! Everything you…
Leggy Seedlings, It Happens Every Year. Tall, thin, and generally weak young plants that we’re trying to get going so we can have a head start on the growing season. Great way to increase our summer window, but it only works if we can build tough, resilient plants to be eventually moved out into the…
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Join @Jacques in the Garden and I as we start our first batch of spring seeds! Whether you’re in the dead of winter or are beginning to think of starting yourself, grab a warm drink and soak up some gardening knowledge. IN THIS VIDEO As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Other links…
How early is too early? Can you start seeds too early? Is it necessary to start seeds indoors? We will talk about al this and more in todays episode. Enjoy! We do more than, JUST, YouTube! Check more MIgardener below: Start growing! Visit our online store for heirloom seeds, custom blend fertilizers and gardening tools.…
HOW TO MAKE SEEDS AND HOW TO GROW THEM Pollination is usually the unintended consequence of an animal’s activity on a flower. The pollinator is often eating or collecting pollen for its protein and other nutritional characteristics or it is sipping nectar from the flower when pollen grains attach themselves to the animal’s body. When…
Today I want to share with you a Method of starting seeds that will change your life! I have been growing my own plants from seed for 10 years now, and throughout those years I have refined my process to make it simple, fun, and effective. If you want to get the most out of…
Grab some Epic 6-Cell Trays: http://bit.ly/3dfot1s – Every year I update my seed starting methods for better results, consistency, and health of my seedlings. In addition to some slight planting method adjustments, the biggest addition in 2021 are these Epic 6-Cell trays, which last dramatically longer than the cheap plastic flimsy trays sold at many…
Planting A Garden For The First Time Can Be Confusing. One of the more debated topics, even among seasoned gardeners, is whether to Direct Seed your crops, or use Starter Plants. As if planning out your garden in 2021 wasn’t hard enough! I firmly believe that both planting methods have their place, and in this…
Seedling Heat Mats Are An Invaluable Tool For Early Germination And Beyond! As we increasingly want to get a head start on the new spring growing season, our thoughts turn to sprouting a lot of our warm weather crops (tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers, eggplants, zucchinis, etc) early indoors to max out our growing window. The #1…
Make Your Own Seeding Soil Mix! Potting soils can get expensive, but they pale in comparison to what Seeding Soils cost. There’s nothing special about Seeding mixes in particular, but the qualities that make a good seeding soil are necessary to really maximize your germination and early growth results. Yes, seeds will sprout in just…
Start Your Vegetable Seeds Indoor Early To Get A Jump Start On Spring! In temperate climates, the growing season is often just not long enough to get the most out of your tomato, peppers, cucumber, or other warm weather crops. For the plants to flower, fruit, and produce for you, they need a specific amount…
Starting Your Favorite Vegetables Early Indoors Is Fun and Easy! Not only that, it is often necessary. Certain summer crops need the extra time to grow, especially if you live in a temperate region with an extended winter. Join me today as I show you the basic tools and accessories that you’re going to need…
I hope this video inspires you to start growing your own vegetable garden this summer, and to start your seeds NOW! It is very satisfying to start seeds indoors even when it is still chilly outside, soon the weather will turn warmer and the outdoor garden will have a head start. My growing season is…
looking to start seeds indoors? Well you are going to need a few things to increase success and have an easier time. This video is everything I would recommend for a beginning gardener looking to start seeds. Grow light: https://amzn.to/2HuZh6l Timer: https://amzn.to/37qvmGB Flats: https://amzn.to/2OQwOM3 Heat mat: https://amzn.to/2SmQLfS Fan: https://amzn.to/3btVOCN Promix: https://amzn.to/37lckBy Seeds: http://www.migardener.com Check out…
If you are starting seeds with the paper towel method in a zip lock baggie, this method of seed starting will change your life. This absolute game changer is called the ‘Petri dish nerhod and uses plastic containers rather than zip lock baggies. Condiment containers – https://amzn.to/2QwidWo Check out our new clothing line! http:www.freshpickedapparel.com
If you are starting seeds with the paper towel method in a zip lock baggie, this method of seed starting will change your life. This absolute game changer is called the ‘Petri dish nerhod and uses plastic containers rather than zip lock baggies. Condiment containers – https://amzn.to/2QwidWo Check out our new clothing line! http:www.freshpickedapparel.com
So your seeds have germinated, and they’re even starting to grow. You’ve avoided damping off disease, your seedlings aren’t too leggy…they’re just…big. This is a GOOD problem to have! But, it’s time to pot them up into larger pots if you’re not transplanting them outside yet. If you don’t, you’ll risk them becoming root-bound in…
I have a new soilblocker and it is time for me to get my luffa and cucamelons started. The first seedlings have popped, and it’s making me very happy to see green again. Now if only we could get rid of this snow. Make sure to play the “how many tomatoes” guessing game with me…
Learning how to start seeds is one of the areas of gardening I get the most questions about…and for good reason! It’s a complicated process where many things can go wrong. In this video, we’ll go through my current method for seed starting indoors under grow lights, including discussion of seed starting, the best trays,…
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Today I’m starting some seeds for a second round of tomatoes, and I’m showing you guys how! Want More Roots & Refuge? Check Out: Our Instagram: www.instagram.com/roots_and_refuge Our Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rootsandrefuge/ My Infrequently updated blog: www.thehodgepodgedarling.blogspot.com My Articles in Do South Magazine:http://dosouthmagazine.com/?s=jessica+sowards Our Music is by our friend Daniel Smith https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvBpcMe9OjXGnjLgPuLGQPw Email Us: rootsandrefuge@yahoo.com To drop…
Heat mats are something many gardeners have but using them wrong can hurt your seedlings more than help. heat mats also do not have a thermostat so I show you a quick hack to increasing success and fixing this terrible oversight. Kit components: Growlight – https://amzn.to/2HhAX6N Digital timer – https://amzn.to/2qhKeE1 Heat mat – https://amzn.to/2v4f6xt 72…
In this episode in our continued series about mastering seed starting we will be talking about organic seed starting pots vs. plastic ones. Which is better and why? Kit components: Growlight – https://amzn.to/2HhAX6N Digital timer – https://amzn.to/2qhKeE1 Heat mat – https://amzn.to/2v4f6xt 72 cell tray – https://amzn.to/2JrP8qu Seeds – http://www.migardener.com Seed starting mix (compressed block) -…
How to start seeds indoors is a question I get more then any other. So today I will go through how I believe you should start your seeds. I hope you enjoy, and if you do share with your friends 🙂 Subscribe:http://www.youtube.com/user/thepermaculturgarden?sub_confirmation=1 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/james.prigioni https://steemit.com/@gardeningchannel LAWN TO HIGH PRODUCTION FOOD FOREST: https://youtu.be/7ByAh_0CIW8 My Secret RARE…
Starting your own seeds at home doesn’t have to be expensive, and it doesnt have to be confusing. Whether or not you have a huge greenhouse, or just a windowsill its the act that matters. Being faithful with the small things is what will count, because in life we find that “you may not be…
