Want to avoid, minimize or even eliminate transplant shock and blossom end rot of your vegetable plants. Then read on. Planting your starter plants in the spring is an event that I really look forward to. It marks a milestone for the spring outdoor garden and kicks off the annual Read more…
Seed Germination to Seedling I try to extend my tomato harvest and growing season by transplanting my own home grown starter transplants into my garden beds earlier than recommended. Like 6 to 8 weeks before the last frost. I do this by adding adequate heat, light, moisture and freeze/snow protection Read more…
Incubate – Seedling to Plant In Part 1 we discussed growing viable seedlings that can be incubated into a healthy plant. I have found that just transplanting the seedling into a larger pot does not provide the best possible growing conditions for the seedling. I think they still need a Read more…