seed starting 101
when to start sowing
Before we dive into seed-starting dates, please note that these dates can be very subjective. First up, find out your last and first frost dates. If you don’t know yours, it’s super easy to find out…
start indoors or direct sow
To sow or not to sow…To know what seeds you’ll need to get growing, you’ll first have to figure out which seeds will fare better sown directly into the ground, and which seeds are better suited to be transplanted.
seed starting set-up
Like some funky art installation, over a dozen shop lights hang at various heights above ready to be choreographed to the seedling’s height as they grow. It’s not pretty, but it works like a charm each year…yes folks, it’s seed starting time!
choosing your containers
In reality, you can pretty much grow in any kind of container…even an old shoe. But, some containers fare better than others for your seedling’s needs. Find out which work best!
thinning
Hands down, one of the toughest parts of gardening. Thoughtfully sown seeds that you now must snip out in their prime. It’s a harsh reality, but an important one to do.
seed viability
As you curl up in a ball of happiness with your newly-delivered seed catalog, you might be wondering about how long your leftover seeds are good for. Seeds have a shelf-life as to how viable (able to germinate and grow) they are.
seed catalogs
Seed hygge…defined as that feeling of contentment and wellness that comes over you as you snuggle up in a good nook surrounded by seed catalogs and dreams. Let’s chat seed catalogs!