23 Seed Starting Questions Answered - Table of Contents: Prevent Common Mistakes & Get Answers!

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[@amandanemes5238]

I’ve been gardening for 4 years and I’ve learned 50% or more of my skills from you! I still love watching your seed starting videos each year even though I’ve been seed starting for years. I just love your videos. 🌱

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[@shakengrain1942]

Needed exactly this video today. Cool weather crops sprouting under grow lights - turnips, collards, radishes - are getting a little leggy. Now I know to take them outside for some "cool weather sunshine", which will slow them down heightwise and make them more stocky. Thank you!

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[@twisterdude100]

this is my first try at staring my tomatoes and peppers from seed. this series has covered all my questions. thanks!

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[@desiraemonique]

Thank you so much for these videos! I started gardening last year as a kids project, started months to late and didn't get much veg, just a super lush garden. I've watched all your videos then, and now and now I'm much more serious and your videos helped me much as a beginner!

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Nice job getting started. If you had lush last year, youll have plenty of production this year. I now have an Amazon Influencer's Storefront. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. It is free to use. Just use my... The Rusted Garden link at www.amazon.com/shop/garypilarchiktherustedgarden anytime you shop. I have garden items broken into categories.

[@cynthiafisher9907]

Thanks so much, Gary, you’re a wealth of information! I really appreciate the detail that you have gone into. This next week I will go back and watch every video again and take notes.

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[@PopleBackyardFarm]

Clapping Your seeds start is definitely a roll model for everyone. Nice job

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[@ArkansasWoodcutter]

Glad to hear about the worm castings. Today I build a seed starting mix (after watching your videos). I used coco core, vermiculite, worm castings.

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[@jtharp9265]

Good Morning Gary , planting more seeds , just as you mentioned in so many great informative content // videos - Doing more peppers today , not just Green peppers , I actually get to grow Greek golden ( from your seed shop yay ) pepper - facing heaven - hungarian Sweet Wax peppers , plus all my hots as u stated they take longer , even the package says so . Listening to your videos as im taking some time b4 - I have to get outside to Cover our Blueberry,Blackberry bushes/ our 3 peach trees & bring all my grow bags into Our screen room & Harvest 2 grow bags of Radishes- white globe & early Scarlet globe I planted for my oldest Son 36 , looking 4ward to planting The breakfast radish after our cold front tomorrow & the next 4 days , suppose to hit 25 , very strange weather , praying we dont lose our electricity AGAIN , but this time we are more prepared, plenty of wood etc .. Have a wonderful day . Mrs Josette Tharp Montgomery County , Texas 🙏🏻

[@THERUSTEDGARDEN]

I heard the frost is coming in your area. Stay warm and good luck with the protection.

[@nspector]

Hi, Gary, you're great. My first year growing plants from seed and you are helping me so much. You're a natural teacher. Thank you for all your work. Very grateful.

[@THERUSTEDGARDEN]

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[@nspector]

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[@BBettaGarden]

Thanks so much! I’ll be starting seeds for the first time this season and I have been following your series closely!! Glad to see potting up isn’t required. I’ve saved the pots from some of the starter plants I’ve purchased in recent years and plan to re-use them! 🦠🌱💚

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Congrats on starting for the first time. Yep use the pot size you want them to stay in if you have the space. I now have an Amazon Influencer's Storefront. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. It is free to use. Just use my... The Rusted Garden link at www.amazon.com/shop/garypilarchiktherustedgarden anytime you shop. I have garden items broken into categories.

[@JoyKOz]

Thank you so very much for this info you provided. I have been growing seeds for decades and although I got a reasonable rate of development in them, I always ended up with a lousy end rate. NOW I KNOW WHY. Thank you 🌱🌿🌾👍👍👏😻😘

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[@YolklahomaRocks]

We purchased the "Daylight" led 4' shop lights. 3200 lumens and 5000k! $16.87 each at Walmart. We feel these will be fine. Bought 4...need more lol

[@edwinmartin5365]

Hi Yolklahoma. my local Walmart has plenty of the 4 ft 5000 lumen "daylight" LED shoplights for $21.84. I bought 2 after buying one similar on sale for $20 at Harbor Freight. HF only let me get one at sale price as reg was $30.

[@YolklahomaRocks]

@@edwinmartin5365 our Walmart says they have them in stock when looking online but they don't. We checked online at just Walmart.com (not center specific) and it said instore purchase only. Lol...we definitely tried. Glad you got them.

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[@wj2260]

Excellent excellent video and channel! I found this gem of channel from the rosemary from seed germination video. Your videos are super informative and on the point. I have learned so so much (not a new gardener myself). Plus, the Entry One story of "grand-pop" on the Rusted Garden website really got me into tears -- I have exactly the same reason for starting gardening and a similar memory of my own grandfather, who recently left us and whom I missed greatly. I humbly suggest posting that story somewhere on your youtube channel(maybe?), but I also understand and appreciate your professionalism on this channel!

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[@cookielove3756]

Your videos have changed my life thank you

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[@elizabethsansom6447]

Very nice video direct to the point not too long volume perfect you rock

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[@hdbill21]

Awesome video Gary. You motivated me to start my hot peppers today!

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Perfect. I just planted my sweet peppers yesterday. Please visit my seed and garden shop www.therustedgarden.com for your seeds, seed starting supplies, package seed deals, oils and my new LOGO'd journals and harvest bags. THANKS! I have coffee mugs too but shipping is SO MUCH for them. Working on that.

[@marytrinidamore4680]

Hola Gary , mi pregunta es : que Devo de hacer con mis Bell peppers ? Todos los años tengo problema con unos gusanos que crecen dentro de ellos , Que Devo hacer para prenilos ? Muchas gracias , tus video son muy educativo

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You have to find out what the worm is. I am not sure what to do for that type of worm. However, spraying them early would be the key. I now have an Amazon Influencer's Storefront. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. It is free to use and anything you buy may be eligible. Just use my... The Rusted Garden link at www.amazon.com/shop/garypilarchiktherustedgarden anytime you shop. I have garden items broken into categories.

[@kengibbs3523]

A nice way of getting your seedlings to be stronger besides having the right light is to have a fan that gives them just a little Movement that will really do the job you will see the difference after a week with thicker seedlings. If you never tried it do a experiment. Thanks

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[@YolklahomaRocks]

I knew this! Great tip for everyone!! 👍

[@nancywilson9585]

Have you done any videos on when to use a heat mat for starting seeds indoors? I am needing some advice on that. Thank you so much for your videos! They are wonderful!

[@georgemaerkle3427]

Another great quality video Gary. Thanks for answering our questions

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[@ManageMNZ]

Thanks a lot for all useful information, watched all your videos about seed starting, so helpful. Did start peppers and onions already thanks for all these blueprints for success :)

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[@carriekassick7311]

Thank you for all this information! 👍🏼

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[@catalinacarr8098]

I notice you don’t use any plastic covers/lids to help create a mini greenhouse… I bought trays that came with them. Should I forgo using them? I’m starting broccoli and cauliflower indoors for a Fall garden south enough to do this). Should I avoid adding the lid so it doesn’t get warmer than it needs?

[@patzhang6641]

Garry thank you for uploading the video. I can start the pepper in door now in New York?

[@GameNerdMom]

Yes u can!

[@Sg4809]

I'm in Indiana! I think I can too but I'm not sure!!!

[@hduddy83]

@@Sg4809 same here being in Indiana. New to gardening so I'm so nervous of starting to soon

[@Sg4809]

Cool! One good thing about it is at least its early enough to start over if that does happen!

[@GameNerdMom]

Im in ohio and i have seeds going

[@danennis3078]

Thanks! That helped me finally decide on how to make my starting mix. I'm going with coir, perlite, sterilized homemade compost, and a small amount of my worm castings.

[@rjs69]

Hi Dan, what do you do to sterilise your compost?

[@danennis3078]

@@rjs69 Last time I just microwaved it. If the batch is bigger I'll use the oven.

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[@edwinmartin5365]

just discovered a cheap substitute this year for a heating mat. My pancake griddle works fine for one tray as it's thermostat goes down real low. I just keep a mini thermometer on the tray to check actual temp.

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Interesting. Dont accidentally bump the thermostat! Please visit my seed and garden shop www.therustedgarden.com for your seeds, seed starting supplies, package seed deals, oils and my new LOGO'd journals and harvest bags. THANKS! I have coffee mugs too but shipping is SO MUCH for them. Working on that.

[@HzFvr]

Thank you - so much Great Information!

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That was a great and very informative video thanks for the time you put into it

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[@SisterMarcel]

Thanks for the video. When potting up, what soil are you using? Stay with seed starting or switch to potting? P.S. Thanks for the lights suggestions. I purchased 3 and I opened my seed starting package (that I ordered from you) last night.

[@Bryan-or2wf]

If you stay inside keep with a sterile seed start mix. If you're moving them out you should use a potting soil.

[@THERUSTEDGARDEN]

Indoors like Bryan, I keep mine sterile seed starting mix. Outdoors I go to any bagged potting mix, better to be safe. I now have an Amazon Influencer's Storefront. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. It is free to use. Just use my... The Rusted Garden link at www.amazon.com/shop/garypilarchiktherustedgarden anytime you shop. I have garden items broken into categories.

[@charliewilliams8794]

@@THERUSTEDGARDEN ok I'm a little confused I thought you said in another video that when you pot up you can use potting mix🤔 I actually potted up my peppers and I used boiling water on the potting mix b cuz it was dry and I potted up my peppers in it. I was worried that using potting mix may cost me later with gnats. So my question is did you change your mind about potting up in potting mix in the house oh I also potted up some flowers in potting mix. I thought if you pour boiling water in seed starting mix that it should work for potting mix as well right or wrong? If that means I may get gnats since it's already done should I use vermiculite on the top of them? Sorry so long I got more stuff to pot up and I need to know if I should use seed starting mix b cuz they gonna be in the house also I'll need to know for my tomatoes. I'm so sorry this is so long. Thank you for all your help I love your vids so very helpful

[@akrealestatebroker]

Thanks for sharing! Blessings to you and your family!

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[@MichaelJosephJr934]

Thanks for another super useful video! QUESTION: Gary when I closed my beds last year I added 3 inches of shredded leaves. I was hoping they'd break down but they did NOT. I intended on removing then adding back as mulch after planting. However today I mistakenly added my amended soil on top of the leaves on all my 7 beds. Yikes! About 3 inches of amended soil. Is this going to be a problem with plants and seeds? Should I try to sift out the leaves? Thank You in advance!

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It could be starting from seed. It wont from transplants. I typically do as you aimed. Slide away what didnt breakdown and use a mulch. Where you are plant seed, maybe turn the bed and put the leaves deeper. They will be happy there. Please subscribe as it really helps me & please visit The Rusted Garden Seed & Garden Shop for your fabric pots, fall & spring seeds, seed starting supplies, peppermint oil, neem oil, TRG merchandise, and more at www.therustedgarden.com As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualified purchases. Check out my Amazon Storefront for garden lights, seed starting supplies, fertilizer, pest management, books and more! www.amazon.com/shop/garypilarchiktherustedgarden Check out my new gardening PODCAST Gardening Coast2Coast at gardeningcoast2coast.net with CaliKim.

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That's awesome thanks! FYI I just placed an order through your amazon link. Thanks again!

[@wafflglittr1434]

I have watched videos saying that peppers take longer than the told germination rate, someone said they take about a month. Is that true, and are tomatoes the same way? I started my tomatoes about 15 - 20 days ago and they haven’t germinated yet. Should I restart them or should I be patient?

[@THERUSTEDGARDEN]

Depends on temp. At 70 degrees F the both seem to pop in 5-10 days. A heating mat gets peppers to pop quickly too. If you temps are between 60 and 70 F, that seems long for tomatoes. I now have an Amazon Influencer's Storefront. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. It is free to use and anything you buy may be eligible. Just use my... The Rusted Garden link at www.amazon.com/shop/garypilarchiktherustedgarden anytime you shop. I have garden items broken into categories.

[@wafflglittr1434]

Gary Pilarchik (The Rusted Garden) It has been a little more chilly. If I move them into a warmer room is it possible they will still sprout even if past their germination date?

[@Permisiepl]

Hi Gary, how do you stratify your lavender and rosemary seeds? Are they staying in a fridge dry, or you moisten them before stratification?

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[@jeremyprince4945]

what are your thoughts on those single led grow light bulbs that can be bought from Walmart?

[@surefiremushroomsmicrogreens]

jeremy prince eBay or Amazon is your best bet save a lot of money and time just pay attention to watts for what you want to grow if you want to grow something that loved light 60watt singles over the shelves will cover what 2, 18 watts will do but your spacing has to be within kalven rating for optimal growth. Just take the time and read about lighting if your growing indoors will definitely benefit you.

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They work if the ratings are rate which they usually are for LEDs. Now a single strip probably wont cover a flat but 2 would. I now have an Amazon Influencer's Storefront. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. It is free to use. Just use my... The Rusted Garden link at www.amazon.com/shop/garypilarchiktherustedgarden anytime you shop. I have garden items broken into categories.

[@mbogdanov2]

10:21 Ahaaaaaa so that's the reason... And I always wondered what the heck I mess up with my beets seedlings. So what is your suggestion? Start them indoors, late winter, and occasionally take the tray out for some still chilly, winter noon sun? How do u it normally?

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That works. Start them indoors bring they out young for some sun 20-30 minutes a couple of times a week as they grow. I now have an Amazon Influencer's Storefront. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. It is free to use and anything you buy may be eligible. Just use my... The Rusted Garden link at www.amazon.com/shop/garypilarchiktherustedgarden anytime you shop. I have garden items broken into categories.

[@patriciafroelich-pilichows841]

Awesome information! You helped me start seeds in Ernest a year ago...and I have watched almost all your videos...ALWAYS learn something new😊 Could not find the link to those cool propellor like lights at the end of the video....could you tell me the name please? Am excited this year as I braved flower seeds and some saved seeds of my own😉

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[@robinheggeland1445]

Thank you for your very thorough and helpful videos. I've learned a great deal. This is the first year I've tried indoor seed starts. My question is, when potting up I will be using bagged potting soil that has been in the garage since last season. Do I need to sterilize that soil as well to prevent fungus gnats? Thanks!

[@THERUSTEDGARDEN]

So I would. Just cause there is a risk, but after a year sometimes they end up free of gnats. Because they hatched and had nothing to eat. I now have an Amazon Influencer's Storefront. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. It is free to use and anything you buy may be eligible. Just use my... The Rusted Garden link at www.amazon.com/shop/garypilarchiktherustedgarden anytime you shop. I have garden items broken into categories.

[@atanisoftware]

What are your thoughts on soil blocks for starting seeds? My parents gave me a set of the 1" and I think it is 3" block makers. What do you suggest for watering with this style of starts?

[@THERUSTEDGARDEN]

You know I havent used them. I just dont know what theyd be like if you had to move or up pot plants. I now have an Amazon Influencer's Storefront. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. It is free to use. Just use my... The Rusted Garden link at www.amazon.com/shop/garypilarchiktherustedgarden anytime you shop. I have garden items broken into categories.

[@atanisoftware]

Thanks Gary. I guess it'll be an experiment this year and very likely I'll be ordering some 6 cell packs for backups.

[@HeyJudeDistributing]

Gary, I'm an old time gardener in southern Ohio. I've recently started plants inside. I use a fan along with lights but some cells get a white fuzzy mold on top. I use sterile seed starter and no fertilizer. There will only be a few cells that acquire this mold. What would you suggest? A spritz of hydrogen peroxide mix maybe? I am at a loss since there are many cells in the tray but only a few are developing this. Hope it's harmless.

[@Sg4809]

Hydrogen peroxide is what I have used, 8 tablespoons per 1 gallon, but you can add up to 12 tablespoons, I also have used neem oil I ordered from Gary, he has the real stuff and not the crap your local stores sell! Also you may want to let the soil dry out some before watering again, hope this helps! I learned from Gary lol

[@TechnologistLive]

Put a mild fan to blow air around.

[@THERUSTEDGARDEN]

I would one try sunshine. That helps a lot UV rays kill mold. And then H202 diluted and spray. Also let the tops of the starting mix dry down for 2 days, moisture will be in the bottom of the cell for the plant. I now have an Amazon Influencer's Storefront. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. It is free to use. Just use my... The Rusted Garden link at www.amazon.com/shop/garypilarchiktherustedgarden anytime you shop. I have garden items broken into categories.

[@jenniferwong6050]

You put your seeds under the lights before they germinate. Are they still on a heatmat?

[@YolklahomaRocks]

My question as well.

[@THERUSTEDGARDEN]

I dont use a heat mat. I now have an Amazon Influencer's Storefront. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. It is free to use. Just use my... The Rusted Garden link at www.amazon.com/shop/garypilarchiktherustedgarden anytime you shop. I have garden items broken into categories.

[@THERUSTEDGARDEN]

I would use the heat mat from the start.

[@YolklahomaRocks]

@@THERUSTEDGARDENjust need to clarify between both if your comments. You don't use a heat mat but you recommend it from day 1 until germination..then under lights? To be clear..you put yours under lights, no heat mat from day 1?

[@cathy8819]

Hello, great video. Love the boiling water tip. Quick question please, I bought a plastic greenhouse contraption with a few shelves. Can I start seeds in that house if I unzip during day to keep below 85 degrees? I'm in zone 6, our last frost date around mid May, but night Temps in 40's with day 50-70. I don't want to burn my seeds. Thank you!

[@cathy8819]

I found my answer while checking out your Amazon page where you have greenhouse/cold frame section that you indicate can be used to start seeds. Happy spring!

[@THERUSTEDGARDEN]

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[@dproulx222]

Thanks for the great video...

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[@andreamccarthy8168]

When do you start your onions indoors? Great video!

[@THERUSTEDGARDEN]

I usually start mine late January. Ill be doing that to get them in the garden in April. Please check out The Rusted Garden Seed & Garden Shop for all your gardening needs: www.therustedgarden.com

[@spoolsandbobbins]

Fantastic, so thorough!! Question, which seeds need smaller cells and which require the larger cells/pots?

[@THERUSTEDGARDEN]

Thanks. So there is no set answer. All seeds can be in larger pots. Most seeds can start small and be potted up. The only answer I have is cukes, zukes, squash, pumpkins and melons should start in larger pots. I now have an Amazon Influencer's Storefront. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. It is free to use. Just use my... The Rusted Garden link at www.amazon.com/shop/garypilarchiktherustedgarden anytime you shop. I have garden items broken into categories.

[@TheCookster64]

Last year I found some LED shop lights at Ocean State Job Lot here in MA for $15 a piece. 4300 lumens and 5000 kelvin. Score! I'm growing lettuce right now and I've never seen a deeper green lettuce.

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[@08bulldawg]

Hi Gary, do my seedlings I've grown indoors need an oscillating fan? Thanks!

[@surefiremushroomsmicrogreens]

I actually put holes above the water line in bigger pots it’s kinda lazy but I still have to pay attention, it is gardening lol have you ever did this with your 1 gallon pots? I bottom water and haven’t had any issues except for the powdered mildew. I have holes above where the water line will set, so will that help with wiking ? Any advice will help man thank you. 🙏 p.s. sun shines in during the day but not direct that’s why I use the lights to keep cycle in February also I live in Pennsylvania. I think the mildew started a month ago so going to try spraying your baking soda mix.

[@THERUSTEDGARDEN]

I havent tried that. Sounds sensible. You got PM indoors. Hmmm. I never had to deal with that. I beat H202 spray would help but test out the ratio first. I am not sure what it would be h202:water. Good luck I now have an Amazon Influencer's Storefront. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. It is free to use. Just use my... The Rusted Garden link at www.amazon.com/shop/garypilarchiktherustedgarden anytime you shop. I have garden items broken into categories.

[@pamelacallahan4272]

I just received some of the red burgundy onion seeds from your seed shop (23 October). I didn't realize they were short day onions. I was reading that you can plant the seeds in the fall to over winter. Is it too late, can I put seeds in the ground now? With my garlic I planted a few weeks ago?Central PA, Zone 6a. Or should I just plant seeds indoors in January?

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[@carleyjewell2792]

If I'm using Jiffy pots, should I use the same watering method, or will this destroy the container/lead to rot since it's not plastic?

[@THERUSTEDGARDEN]

You have to water them either way. Bottom watering save time. Id go with that. Please visit my seed and garden shop for all your neem, peppermint & rosemary oil, seeds, seed starting needs and more. www.therustedgarden.com. Thanks.

[@heidiclark6612]

Maybe explain how long to leave the seedlings on the heating mats

[@THERUSTEDGARDEN]

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[@carloserosal708]

Gary Hi I have been seen your videos and I have a question I am located in Miami,Fl night can be on 70' not 50' to take plants outside what would you recomend.Carlos

[@THERUSTEDGARDEN]

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[@edwinmartin5365]

I am planning to buy 24" x 48" metal shelving like you have. Have you considered putting rollers on your shelves? I'm thinking that might make it easier to move all trays at once in and out from garage to sunny day? Would trays on bottom still get enough UV sunshine or would I have to rotate to the top?

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[@charliewilliams8794]

If you use the performance organic potting mix by miracle grow I was wondering if I should moisten it with boiling water to keep down gnats as well

[@THERUSTEDGARDEN]

I would for sure if using it indoors. It may be soggy a few days but that is safer. I now have an Amazon Influencer's Storefront. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. It is free to use and anything you buy may be eligible. Just use my... The Rusted Garden link at www.amazon.com/shop/garypilarchiktherustedgarden anytime you shop. I have garden items broken into categories.

[@Shavenerd53119]

Hi Gary, I want to grow a couple trays of micro greens. What kind of light do you recommend? Are any of the clamp ones good with the flexible arms?

[@THERUSTEDGARDEN]

Sorry I just saw this. I recommend the 4 foot light set up. Please visit my seed and garden shop at www.therustedgarden.com for all your seeds, seed starting supplies and organic oils. Thanks!

[@sitizulaika8621]

I'm new to gardening. My seedlings always died, about two or three weeks after they grew their one set of leaves. Not sure the reason why. Probably because I used cheap soil? I also don't have growing light(leave them by the window) but sometimes I put them under my USB LED light, especially when they became leggy. It worked but then their stem would slowly turn purple and died. Getting low and high light intensity on and off, could that be the problem? And if I do get the growing light, for how many days I should leave my seedling under the light?

[@THERUSTEDGARDEN]

Not sure the reason but you can move them in and outside if it is over 40. That helps a lot. They grow and germinate slower but love the sun. Please Visit my (The Rusted Garden) Seed & Garden Shop: www.therustedgarden.com/ - Seeds, Starting Supplies, Neem Oil, Peppermint & Other Oils, Calcium Nitrate & More.

[@Nalanala1111]

I just got my very greenhouse and o so very comfused. Do I leave my seedling trays with out light until the first little plant show up?

[@agoel6223]

You shouldn’t need grow lights if you have a greenhouse unless you get very little sun where you live. Seeds need light or dark to germinate. Just look what it is for each of your seed types.

[@PamsPrettyPlants]

Thanks Gary!

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[@gilbertmacali2189]

Do you not use humidity domes when germinating indoors?

[@THERUSTEDGARDEN]

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[@danjanharris9089]

I sterilized my seed starting mix, but have since potted my seedlings up with potting soil, they are about 4 weeks old. I have been setting them outside on sunny warm days. I think I have seen a few fungus gnats recently. I have a fan on inside, and am careful not to water too much. Can I use diatomaceous earth on top of soil?

[@THERUSTEDGARDEN]

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[@pkay07]

I saw some people using fan to help make seeding strong and avoid fungus; is that necessary?

[@THERUSTEDGARDEN]

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[@jenniestrong315]

How do you, or do you need to sterilize if I use peat pellets?

[@THERUSTEDGARDEN]

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[@Whitshobbyhomestead]

Gary, I’m starting some seeds this year, thanks for the help and inspiration. I’m using a shed and had temp that were to low so I built a styrofoam room 6x6 for temp control. My question is stagnant air, do I need an exhaust fan to run intermittently to change the air? I don’t think temp will be a problem as long as I run the fan in the afternoons. Thanks Whit

[@atanisoftware]

I would definitely suggest ventilation of some sort. Plants, like humans, thrive in fresh air and moderate humidity. When starting seeds using a higher humidity can help germination time but soon after the seeds break the surface it is recommended to lower the humidity (ie: remove the humidity done).

[@THERUSTEDGARDEN]

Glad to help. They would if there is Zero drafting. If you put in a fan, you dont have to over do it. Good luck I now have an Amazon Influencer's Storefront. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. It is free to use. Just use my... The Rusted Garden link at www.amazon.com/shop/garypilarchiktherustedgarden anytime you shop. I have garden items broken into categories.

[@hduddy83]

Here's another question for u. So I'm in zone 5b/6a, and I'm going to try and break the mold and grow some Roselle hibiscus. I know this is a tropical plant and needs extended warmth. Do you think if I plant now indoor, transplant when it gets warm, and then just when the season starts to cool down move the Roselle into a cattle panel greenhouse that I will get fruit and not just foliage

[@THERUSTEDGARDEN]

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[@Finda1982]

I am in zone 7; can I start my lettuce and cucumber indoors now? It is February 16th

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[@Nanaslegacy]

My husband is getting ready to build me a greenhouse so I’m curious if I start my seeds in doors do I still need to harden off my plants if I transfer them directly to the greenhouse?

[@danennis3078]

I would say, yes. At least a little, to get the UV protection he discussed. Probably much less crucial than if they were going outside.

[@THERUSTEDGARDEN]

Dan is right. They will be tougher and probably could handle it but sometimes the greenhouse cuts UV rays too. Depends on the materials used. But not like indoors. SO... yes for a couple days versus a long drawn out process. I now have an Amazon Influencer's Storefront. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. It is free to use. Just use my... The Rusted Garden link at www.amazon.com/shop/garypilarchiktherustedgarden anytime you shop. I have garden items broken into categories.

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[@patriciachapman1037]

I am trying to get an answer from you so I am asking the same questions after many of your videos in hopes you will answer me. In your KZbin Planting Beans as transplants: A strategy for Rabbits & insect: you discussed using Vermisterra Worm Casting in sterilized premoistened starting soil for pots to start seeds in. My question is. because of existing nitrogen, does this work for seed starting pole green beans?

[@THERUSTEDGARDEN]

Yes it will work fine for beans. Most seeds just live off their seed coat for a bit. Castings are great to add but you dont have too. I like to add it. Beans are hardy too so you could even start them in larger container in potting mix. The bigger the seed they better they deal with things. Please visit my seed and garden shop www.therustedgarden.com for all your seeds, seed starting needs, neem & peppermint oil and more. Thanks!

[@patriciachapman1037]

@@THERUSTEDGARDENThank you so much for answering my questions. I love your videos. We have moved from Iowa to Spokane Washington and retired. I gardened in Iowa bu my same gardening skills do not seem to work here in Spokane. In my efforts to find out how to better my gardening skills; your videos are on in this house from 7 am to 4 pm with breaks to get the dogs out. It is like going to college. I take notes and keep them in their own notebook for reference. I so appreciate your answering this question about planting green pole beans. I did buy Vermisterra worm castings and Vermisterra worm casting tea on Amazon and used THERUSTEDGARDEN code, but the code did not get work. I am not concerned about the 10% discount; I did not know if I used it on Amazon if it was meant to work or even if I did it correctly, or my 77-year-old brain just can not always figure out this new way to shop. I wanted you to know for your own knowledge that it did not work. The knowledge I got from your video on Vermisterra worm casting was some of the best gardening advice I have ever gotten.

[@LAfoodies]

Gary, I found 5k led 4' tubes at Walmart but they are only 1850lm. Should I get them? They are only $9 for 2 tubes.

[@THERUSTEDGARDEN]

They will work if thats all you can find. Home Depot has them for a good price and I think you can get higher ratings. But it would work. I now have an Amazon Influencer's Storefront. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. It is free to use. Just use my... The Rusted Garden link at www.amazon.com/shop/garypilarchiktherustedgarden anytime you shop. I have garden items broken into categories.

[@theniagarafallsgaragegarde4561]

I got a 10 pack of 5k bulbs for $30 at Home Depot

[@jaceeferris]

Does taking indoor seedlings outside compromise the sterile potting mix?

[@THERUSTEDGARDEN]

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[@jaceeferris]

When do I need to thin my indoor seedlings?

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[@Ronelbey]

Hello Gary, I have two 3ft LEDs lights that are 4100k and 4500 L. They fit the shelf I have...will that be Sufficient lighting to start my seeds? Thanks

[@THERUSTEDGARDEN]

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[@Ronelbey]

Thank you Gary

[@mistyniles333]

Excellent

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[@birdsberriesbrews6191]

Best way to clean and sterilize new and used seed trays/containers?

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[@jackiehorsley9263]

enjoyed your video

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TY

[@mikeperrin9479]

Did you grow your strawberry plants from seed? If yes, where did you get them? I wasn't able to find them

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[@nikolaosharalambakis9240]

Thank you so much nice help

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[@weldonnicks8153]

Heat mats?

[@THERUSTEDGARDEN]

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[@captaincaveman6889]

will t-5 lighting work

[@THERUSTEDGARDEN]

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[@eddiefoy3701]

Day light 'color' swings over the season. Blue in spring for the vegetation growth, towards red based autumn color for fruiting. (Just ask the weed growers. Follow the dollars.) And the dark cycle has been debated for decades with no definitive result.

[@THERUSTEDGARDEN]

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[@collinsddc1206]

I listened but didn’t hear about what to do when they get to leggy.

[@THERUSTEDGARDEN]

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[@sharonnash8465]

Great video Gary! Thanks for all the time & effort.

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[@sislertx]

Here is a NEW QUESTION...what plants besides tomatoes can be planted.deeper to salvage.from leggyness ..i have seen peppers and zinnias do the same thing as.tomatoes....and a.couple of sunflower varieties ....but havent really seen any.real.discussion...im.testing pansy because i didnt.catch them.fast.enough....and.coleus.seems to also flourish.if .ttansplanted .deeper because its.a a leggy seedling.

[@THERUSTEDGARDEN]

Pepper does root some. Most vine crops will root on stem. Best to experiment like you are.

[@lowriedeeharrison4168]

Good video. the green algae keeps me awake at night! I dont like it.

[@THERUSTEDGARDEN]

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[@janebahr5631]

What comments do you have about using soil blocking for seed starting?

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[@cqammaz53]

400-500 vegetable seed or flowers

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[@sislertx]

I just love your channel...been gardening earnestly for...well over 60 years....but have ZERO garden pals who talk gardening anymore Old.age.does that.. ..there is ALWAYS something new to learn and talk about...so basically i turn u on and listen...like TODAY at 3am im out hunting snails and bad bugs and your talking to me keeping company!!!! Small wonder people who are strange anyway or poor.souls fry their brains on things like meth ....well a lot seem get all weird towards creators .......SO I.gotta add.stay safe...from.ccp and.these cancel commie culture nuts. AT.3 AM there was a car full who threatened me!

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Thanks so much. Stay safe. I would try some local gardening clubs or something. There are so many of us around. Thanks for watching even at 3 am. Please Visit The Rusted Garden Seed & Garden Shop: www.therustedgarden.com/ - Seeds, Starting Supplies, Neem Oil, Peppermint & Other Oils, Calcium Nitrate & More.

[@ripvanwinkle137]

Love your stuff (I watch them all!), but your Kelvin rating advice is not entirely accurate. Warm white (lower than 5000K) actually causes fast plant growth. Citation: journals.ashs.org/hortsci/view/journals/hortsci/48/4/article-p504.xml There are trade offs, though. Cool white creates very compact growth, which obvs can be desirable. It is, however, at the cost of speed, which can be good for seedlings.

[@THERUSTEDGARDEN]

Thanks. That is with LED lights and intense lumens. The article makes sense but for non LED lights with Kelvin below 5000K, you normally dont even get enough Lumens to have an experiment. Maybe in the future Ill go over the LED color spectrum with high lumens. PAR value too is becoming more popular with LEDs. Please visit my seed and garden shop www.therustedgarden.com for your seeds, seed starting supplies, package seed deals, oils and my new LOGO'd journals and harvest bags. THANKS! I have coffee mugs too but shipping is SO MUCH for them. Working on that.

[@MonJardinSecreto]

Very good video Garry, question Can we fill the big container with soil and just the top with starting mix for germination? Thanks

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