The Christmas Fern that hadn't unrolled on April 19th are now unrolled and providing plenty of inspiration in my everyday life. The colors and shapes are just so beautiful. 

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Posted by louisj80 Reblogged by Old Roses to fern, seedlings on 2008-05-01, 06:14:03

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My future herb garden is growing well under the lights. It is my first time growing this many herbs from seed. Can't wait until it is time to plant them outside. . . .

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Posted by Lisa Reblogged by Old Roses to herbs, seedlings, tools on 2008-04-30, 06:11:54

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We're having some cool, wet spring weather this week. I was worrying about my tender little tomato sprouts that have been out in my mini hoop house all last week. . . .

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Posted by kathy Reblogged by Old Roses to seedlings, tomatoes on 2008-04-30, 06:08:38

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And I don't want to believe that I saw snow on the ground Saturday morning. I did not take a picture of it - I prefer to be in denial.

I am going to go ahead and garden and pretend that it is a normal spring. I need to do that. I need my sanity.


Here are my Packman Brocolli seedlings. I have them sitting on my patio table (that has been freed from the grape vines) "hardening off" so I can plant them in the garden later this week. They don't mind the cold and will do great. . . .

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Posted by Kathi Reblogged by Old Roses to seedlings on 2008-04-29, 06:44:34

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As noted earlier, the Pacific Tree Frog nightly singing contest seems to be having some affect on Maria's behavior. She found my little Ilidi tomato seedlings sitting in the kitchen after they sprouted and were removed from the "oven."
This one had the leaves nipped off and the other in the same pot was pulled out. Fortunately, another pot was not touched. So I added seeds and stuck this pot back in the "oven," while the survivor went out to the Maria-less garage under the light.

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Posted by Petunia's Gardener Reblogged by Old Roses to cats, seedlings on 2008-04-21, 01:12:45

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This would make some salad. Anyway, it's probably worth holding out a bit. But at least we're on our way!

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Posted by Seedling Reblogged by Old Roses to lettuce, seedlings on 2008-04-18, 06:23:12

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Posted by kathy Reblogged by Old Roses to seedlings, tomatoes on 2008-04-15, 06:29:48

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I always enjoy any seeds I required to start outdoors since they normally thrive with little effort from myself other than the occasional watering and given I live in the rainy Seattle area that does start until mid-June. Even if you have started many of your seeds indoors to extend your growing season some seeds should always start outdoors since they are sensitive to transplant shock. . . .

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Posted by The Cheap Vegetable Gardener Reblogged by Old Roses to seedlings on 2008-04-15, 06:26:52

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Posted by Rosengeranium Reblogged by Old Roses to seedlings on 2008-04-08, 18:07:18

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More sprout photos. I got out my macro. Its like having a cute baby to photograph... just greener... If I watch long enough, I can almost see them grow....

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Posted by kathy Reblogged by Old Roses to seedlings on 2008-04-08, 05:54:17

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Are you drowning in seedlings? Are they taking over the place?

Look how my veranda looks right now! It's a mess...and I love it!

Welcome to what once was the Veranda!

TYRA

Välkommen in till min knöfulla veranda!

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Posted by Tyra in Vaxholm Reblogged by Old Roses to seedlings on 2008-04-08, 05:54:03

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Himalayan Blue Poppy seedlings below. This is NOT an April Fools Joke - I swear they are growing!. . .

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Posted by Gina Reblogged by Old Roses to seedlings on 2008-04-03, 06:12:53

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In this box, I'm growing heritage seedlings of peas and beans, (thanks Rebsie!) and several varieties of sunflowers and cabbages. They were all coming along quite nicely. I put the box outside every day to give them sunshine and outdoor life. In the evening, I put them back inside.

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Posted by Salix Tree Reblogged by Old Roses to seedlings, weather on 2008-04-03, 06:03:19

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Posted by Colleen Vanderlinden (nospam@example.com) Reblogged by Old Roses to seedlings, wintersowing on 2008-04-03, 05:57:34

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Posted by kathy Reblogged by Old Roses to seedlings on 2008-04-02, 06:19:48

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With a streak of cloudy weather, I have resorted to a plant light. I set up a make shift arrangement using my fish tank lighting. I didn't want to burn the little seedlings, so I looked up how much light is OK. . .

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Posted by kathy Reblogged by Old Roses to seedlings, tools on 2008-04-02, 05:52:44

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After our big push two Sundays ago, we took a break so this was my first trip back to the plot in two weeks. What a thrill to see the first of our seedlings emerge! Radishes, spinach, peas, and arugula that were sown on the 16th are beginning to emerge, no sign of the carrots yet ...

The broccoli starts and onion sets are settling in and starting to grow. Potatoes and shallots were planted on the 16th also, but won't be showing themselves for a while yet.

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Posted by Darcy Reblogged by Old Roses to seedlings on 2008-04-01, 18:21:40

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Posted by inadvertentgardener Reblogged by Old Roses to seedlings on 2008-04-01, 06:56:50

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A quick walk in the garden gave me some exciting finds.

Is that what I think it is? I don't believe it!
Is that green shoots coming through the ground? Yes, it certainly is. As the snow is receding it is showing me some of the feverfew plants that are starting to emerge through the debris of last year's plant. . . .

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Posted by Crafty Gardener Reblogged by Old Roses to seedlings on 2008-04-01, 06:52:17

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Bronze Amaranth Seedlings

Lemon Basil seedlings. I grew nine of these so I could donate a few to the COG plant auction in May.

“Ruby Red” Swiss Chard. I don’t really like eating this much, but it’s such a beautiful addition to the garden. I love how the first set of true leaves already look “swiss-chardy.”

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Posted by Amy Reblogged by Old Roses to seedlings on 2008-04-01, 06:45:17

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I planted three types of kale seeds. They are developing nice second leaves now. Each look different. Clockwise from top left: Winterbor, Red Russian, Tuscan and another shot of Red Russian.

Brassicaceae

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Posted by kathy Reblogged by Old Roses to seedlings on 2008-03-31, 04:35:59

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Reminiscing over old pictures I found these two. One of my seedlings after I just planted them out. I always say that planting out seedlings every year is like sending your children off to school, I worry about them and feel very protective of them because I raised them from seeds and pampered them in my basement and putting them outside is almost just too traumatizing. Haha! This weekend I think I will plant my sweet pea seeds. I have plenty of large pots and it will be nice to put them to use.
I am also starting to salivate over the thought of fresh herbs and tomatos. My roommate made a salad last night and the tomatos in it were tasteless, expensive, and hard. Nothing beats a tomato picked from the garden and still warm from the sun. This weekend Brian and I are going to our friends house and she said the land behind her shed is full of snowdrops (Galanthus). She said we could bring a shovel and that made me all hot and bothered!

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Posted by louisj80 Reblogged by Old Roses to seedlings on 2008-03-28, 18:04:27

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...I have a cartoon, crudely drawn in photoshop with a tablet and stylus, over on "Delphiniums." Meanwhile, my seedlings are baking away and I am anxious for my first seedlings to pop up.

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Posted by the clueless gardener Reblogged by Old Roses to seedlings, whimsy on 2008-03-28, 18:01:28

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I've been trying to raise my seedlings without a plant light. But they seem to be getting quite leggy. Especially the broccoli. To try to increase their light, I have suspended them right up against the south facing windows. Of course it would help if the clouds moved out of the way.

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Posted by kathy Reblogged by Old Roses to seedlings on 2008-03-28, 18:00:53

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There were several questions asked on my last early tomato post so I thought I should expound on what has worked well for me. I have grown most of my vegetables and annuals from seed under lights for years. I have made many mistakes along the way and have developed a system that works well for me. There are a few simple tips that I have learned that might be helpful to you.

The five most often overlooked tips for growing successful seedlings. . .

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Posted by Marc Reblogged by Old Roses to seedlings on 2008-03-26, 18:01:37

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The highs continue to be 10 degrees below normal. I am so ready for spring. Ugh - more flurries are predicted for today.

Watching my seedlings in the basement grow helps me realize it really is spring and know that this snow won't last forever - even if it feels like it will!


The Red Acres Cabbage has sprouted.


The brocolli and brussells sprouts seedlings are growing taller and stronger.


And the tomatoes are even sprouting up!

The seedlings know and feel that it is spring. I can't wait for that first taste of spring lettuce and rhubarb crisp. Yum Yum!

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Posted by Kathi Reblogged by Old Roses to seedlings on 2008-03-25, 17:48:06

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They are all growing very fast. The peppers came up today. The kale and escarole have their second set of leaves starting. The onions are straightening up. I move the trays around during the day to catch the best sunlight. Also, I am working on thinning out the more dense seedlings. After seeing Gretta's nice individual plants that aren't stretching out like mine, I am trying to do better at this though its hard to trow away cute little plants.

I have almost 3 trays planted now - with 17 different varieties of vegetables.

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Posted by kathy Reblogged by Old Roses to seedlings on 2008-03-24, 17:53:57

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Messing around with my camera today I did a quick tour of what we're growing at the moment. It was very windy, so sorry for the rubbish sound at the start! More of these to come, we'll work on the...

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Posted by Dan Reblogged by Old Roses to seedlings on 2008-03-23, 23:26:42

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I always get so excited when I see the first sprouts of the season. It is like everything is right with the world, the circle of life continues and warmer weather will be here soon! Like every year, the cool weather plants are sprouting first. The brocolli and brussells sprouts have all sprouted as well as some of the lettuce. I love gardening, I really do! I can't wait until I can taste the goodness these sprouts will turn into.

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Posted by Kathi Reblogged by Old Roses to seedlings on 2008-03-21, 06:21:52

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Just a light dusting of snow.

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Posted by carletongardener Reblogged by Old Roses to seedlings on 2008-03-20, 19:02:12

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Posted by Tamara Reblogged by Old Roses to seedlings on 2008-03-18, 00:09:57

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"What can happen to a seed is a kind of miracle."

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Posted by carletongardener Reblogged by Old Roses to seedlings on 2008-03-15, 00:19:25

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Posted by lisa Reblogged by Old Roses to seedlings on 2008-03-14, 00:41:00

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Posted by Nickie Reblogged by Old Roses to seedlings on 2008-03-14, 00:39:57

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The kale and escarole in my indoor trays have sprouted already. Yipppeee. Its only been 4 days since sowing. (Photos later.)

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Posted by carletongardener Reblogged by Old Roses to seedlings on 2008-03-13, 00:10:56

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Posted by Nickie Reblogged by Old Roses to seedlings on 2008-03-13, 00:05:19

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Posted by Rosengeranium Reblogged by Old Roses to seedlings on 2008-03-06, 05:59:41

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The Sweet Peas have germinated!! And the cabbages, kale, and onions too!. . .

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Posted by Kris Reblogged by Old Roses to seedlings on 2008-03-05, 05:41:07

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Posted by Nickie Reblogged by Old Roses to seedlings on 2008-03-03, 18:27:29

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I’ve been asked about this many times now, so here you are! Just know that this is what I’ve learned in my research. (My seeds are still in the packet, waiting to go into the soil.) So no empirical evidence here, just lots of reading. . . .

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This group of impatiens are growing so fast and are very healthy. The roots are now showing through the peat and I really need to get them into larger containers tomorrow. . ..

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Posted by Robin's Nesting Place Reblogged by Old Roses to seedlings on 2008-02-28, 18:14:47

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When I went to check my seeds I found these green beans trying to bust out of the plastic wrap. Man oh man these things will never make it indoors long enough for it to warm up outside.

With breathing room. See how close they are to the light? This picture is taken tonight at around 7:30. I'm betting by 8:00 am tomorrow morning they'll be touching the light.
What a pickle I've gotten myself into!

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Posted by Gina Reblogged by Old Roses to beans, seedlings on 2008-02-28, 18:04:19

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Posted by Nickie Reblogged by Old Roses to cats, seedlings on 2008-02-28, 06:03:18

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They are growing! I can't believe it! These are the seeds from Trudi at Wintersown.org.

Brandywine

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Posted by Gina Reblogged by Old Roses to seedlings, tomatoes on 2008-02-27, 17:59:35

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