Think it's a good idea. Got my seeds. Just waiting for the weather to cool off and get some rain as my tanks are near empty. Tanker is dropping a load of water tomorrow. I've got chooks as well so always have fresh eggs and Im on my own power supply so I'm probably more self sufficient than a lot of people.
I share though,always give my excess eggs away to those in need in town.
How do you start your seeds? I know how. I’m confused about what’s the best way. Pre mixed soil pods, seed tray, egg carton, etc.
I’ve got some seeds and getting more. I want to do this right so they have the best chances.
I have an empty counter top & the entire room is windows facing SE. It gets plenty of sun but it’s cold until about May. My home is old & holds the cold till about June.
My grandfather always made a mini greenhouse to start tomato seeds. He used wire in a half roll & put thick clear plastic over the wire. It was probably same plastic he used to cover storm windows & screen porch in winter.
I start mine in a seed flat with the dirt pods you soak i found it for $12 at lowes a couple of weeks ago so no need to get potting soil for now. This sounds crazy but sprinkle cinnamon on your dirt to prevent soil fungus
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/info/using-cinnamon-on-plants.htm
You can use milk jugs as a mini greenhouse, plastic lettuce or egg containers etc . You can also buy a mini plant light but they run about $40 here. You may be able to find cheaper. I have mine in the laundry room with a light so it stays warm and a little humid in that area. Good luck with your plantings and you can msg me anytime
Thank You, I’ve heard about the cinnamon trick. I’ve seen people do that when separating cactus. I should be ok with the temps. I’m in Eastern North Carolina & it’s already hit 80 this year. But you can’t count on that we have unpredictable weather, it’s 44 & rainy now.
I think I’ll plant half the seeds inside just in case. Save the rest.
I never put anything outside till end of May.
Wonder if you could put a lamp with a high watt bulb near your seedlings to keep them warmer. Im in Oklahoma and we always wait till the end of april. My daddy always said the weekend after Easter but I wait I think the seasons have changed a bit
I was thinking about a light also. I’m sure my husband has something in one of the three outside buildings.
I’ve got a pic of my grandparents house Easter Sunday early 1960s with a lot of snow on the ground.
I always see people buying flowers in March at the garden center. I just shake my head.
The only thing thats coming up right now here is crocus, tulips and daffodils. I never buy anything this early either even though Im ready to get in the dirt
If you do not have a plot of land... forget about pots. Pots and soil are expensive. Invest that money in canned food. Lots of it. It lasts 20 years easily.
I've probably got a years supply or better of canned veggies. I'm hoping I have enough dry beans and rice to sustain us for another year if needed. God be with us all.
Check out guerilla gardening, planting crops on public or little used land. If you walk your neighborhood (basic osint), you will likely find multiple out of the way spots where you could plant. Pick root & tuber crops like potatoes, yams, turnips, carrots, sunchokes, groundnuts, etc. that show nothing but greens above ground. Plant in random groupings not rows and let them do their thing. Even if you only get yield from one thing, it will be fresh and a great offset to canned. And I am pro canned too.
I'm not against canned food, but get a couple of pots not a crazy expense and a bag of potting mix which you can amend going forward with coffee ground, tea grounds, egg shells, veggie scraps etc then you know first if you have a green thumb and can grow and secondly you know what's been done to your food. Someday your canned food will run out. This may not be for you but for someone else.
We use blue water barrels & tubs used for feeding cattle. Made wicking pots. Put large PVC pipe in the bottom. You only fill pot about half way with dirt. Use heavy duty landscape fabric to hold dirt.
We got the idea for a guy on YouTube. We used a PVC in the bottom instead of the tube he used. This guy says he never changes soil. Had trees in pot
10-20 years.
Don’t forget Hydroponics, it’s very clean compact easy to use start, Mike Adams at Naturalnews has a segment to help get people started with the system. https://www.growkratky.com/
"Which bugs"? I realize it is "Zone Dependent". But I've grown up knowing we need "Ladybugs" and "Praying Mantis", and if there are other bugs I don't know about, would appreciate hearing about that. Best to you.
One thing you tube is good for is learning to garden. Check out cold sowing, free garden supply ideas, how to save seed, lasagna gardening, no dig beds, cheap raised beds, and learn about canning. Start buying canning jars now used is ok if not chipped. Buy reusable lids made in USA.
The shortage started with the plandemic shutdown. I’m fortunate I have all my grandma’s jars. Hubby says get rid of stuff. I’m much better than I was but I don’t get rid of old jars!
Look at thrift & vintage stores. Sometimes you can find some good old jars. They are available online but the older glass is always thicker.
Think it's a good idea. Got my seeds. Just waiting for the weather to cool off and get some rain as my tanks are near empty. Tanker is dropping a load of water tomorrow. I've got chooks as well so always have fresh eggs and Im on my own power supply so I'm probably more self sufficient than a lot of people. I share though,always give my excess eggs away to those in need in town.
Ive got my seeds started inside and pestering the hubs to build me a greenhouse. Otherwise i will make my own hoop house.
Mine built a cattle panel greenhouse and it was about $250 maybe less
Nice I like that, we may have access to some here. Ty fren
How do you start your seeds? I know how. I’m confused about what’s the best way. Pre mixed soil pods, seed tray, egg carton, etc. I’ve got some seeds and getting more. I want to do this right so they have the best chances.
I have an empty counter top & the entire room is windows facing SE. It gets plenty of sun but it’s cold until about May. My home is old & holds the cold till about June.
My grandfather always made a mini greenhouse to start tomato seeds. He used wire in a half roll & put thick clear plastic over the wire. It was probably same plastic he used to cover storm windows & screen porch in winter.
I’ve been watching a bunch of YouTube videos!
I start mine in a seed flat with the dirt pods you soak i found it for $12 at lowes a couple of weeks ago so no need to get potting soil for now. This sounds crazy but sprinkle cinnamon on your dirt to prevent soil fungus https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/info/using-cinnamon-on-plants.htm You can use milk jugs as a mini greenhouse, plastic lettuce or egg containers etc . You can also buy a mini plant light but they run about $40 here. You may be able to find cheaper. I have mine in the laundry room with a light so it stays warm and a little humid in that area. Good luck with your plantings and you can msg me anytime
Thank You, I’ve heard about the cinnamon trick. I’ve seen people do that when separating cactus. I should be ok with the temps. I’m in Eastern North Carolina & it’s already hit 80 this year. But you can’t count on that we have unpredictable weather, it’s 44 & rainy now. I think I’ll plant half the seeds inside just in case. Save the rest. I never put anything outside till end of May.
Wonder if you could put a lamp with a high watt bulb near your seedlings to keep them warmer. Im in Oklahoma and we always wait till the end of april. My daddy always said the weekend after Easter but I wait I think the seasons have changed a bit
I was thinking about a light also. I’m sure my husband has something in one of the three outside buildings. I’ve got a pic of my grandparents house Easter Sunday early 1960s with a lot of snow on the ground. I always see people buying flowers in March at the garden center. I just shake my head.
The only thing thats coming up right now here is crocus, tulips and daffodils. I never buy anything this early either even though Im ready to get in the dirt
Also any extension in your area is a great place to call if you have questions now. https://extension.umn.edu/planting-and-growing-guides/starting-seeds-indoors
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If you do not have a plot of land... forget about pots. Pots and soil are expensive. Invest that money in canned food. Lots of it. It lasts 20 years easily.
I've probably got a years supply or better of canned veggies. I'm hoping I have enough dry beans and rice to sustain us for another year if needed. God be with us all.
Check out guerilla gardening, planting crops on public or little used land. If you walk your neighborhood (basic osint), you will likely find multiple out of the way spots where you could plant. Pick root & tuber crops like potatoes, yams, turnips, carrots, sunchokes, groundnuts, etc. that show nothing but greens above ground. Plant in random groupings not rows and let them do their thing. Even if you only get yield from one thing, it will be fresh and a great offset to canned. And I am pro canned too.
I'm not against canned food, but get a couple of pots not a crazy expense and a bag of potting mix which you can amend going forward with coffee ground, tea grounds, egg shells, veggie scraps etc then you know first if you have a green thumb and can grow and secondly you know what's been done to your food. Someday your canned food will run out. This may not be for you but for someone else.
We use blue water barrels & tubs used for feeding cattle. Made wicking pots. Put large PVC pipe in the bottom. You only fill pot about half way with dirt. Use heavy duty landscape fabric to hold dirt. We got the idea for a guy on YouTube. We used a PVC in the bottom instead of the tube he used. This guy says he never changes soil. Had trees in pot 10-20 years.
Gardening By Leon
https://youtube.com/channel/UCSDYs9sd2_BlLuWSiEr7TJQ
Really you only need a year, by the next year you can grow/hunt more food.
Order beneficial bugs too, they can somewhat help with pollination and keeping pests away. They will also hang around and lay eggs for next year.
Don’t forget Hydroponics, it’s very clean compact easy to use start, Mike Adams at Naturalnews has a segment to help get people started with the system. https://www.growkratky.com/
Ty I've thought about doing a little hydroponics too
"Which bugs"? I realize it is "Zone Dependent". But I've grown up knowing we need "Ladybugs" and "Praying Mantis", and if there are other bugs I don't know about, would appreciate hearing about that. Best to you.
There are so many beneficial bugs. I get mine here https://www.naturesgoodguys.com/
SWEET. Thank you very, very much.
One thing you tube is good for is learning to garden. Check out cold sowing, free garden supply ideas, how to save seed, lasagna gardening, no dig beds, cheap raised beds, and learn about canning. Start buying canning jars now used is ok if not chipped. Buy reusable lids made in USA.
Canning jars are nearly non existent in my local stores.
The shortage started with the plandemic shutdown. I’m fortunate I have all my grandma’s jars. Hubby says get rid of stuff. I’m much better than I was but I don’t get rid of old jars!
Look at thrift & vintage stores. Sometimes you can find some good old jars. They are available online but the older glass is always thicker.
Good call!
Yes I taught myself how to can and I try to dehydrate or can from my garden.
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Yes but never eat the green tops they are poison for those who do not know
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