How I Grow HUNDREDS of Pounds of Vegetables for Less Than $40

[@theprairiehomestead]

Here's the coupon code for $10 off your first order at True Leaf Market: SPRING2021 www.trueleafmarket.com/?source=pepperjam&publisherId=176279&clickId=3444329876&PepperJam&

[@RaechelleJ]

I have ordered from them before they have good seed.

[@amandaclark7907]

I tried to use the coupon and the site says it's not valid. Maybe there's a minimum we have to meet?

[@theprairiehomestead]

@@amandaclark7907 It's a $50 minimum-- sorry, I mentioned that in the show notes, but forgot to mention it in the comment

[@jennifermiller-berkshire3047]

I don't see potatoes on their website. :-(

[@theducklinghomesteadandgar6639]

@Jill Winger This is one of the BEST seed starting and using "grow light" videos I have EVER watched!!!!!! Especially with you explaining the lumens to look for. I knew there were "shop light" lamps that one can get that are created to mimic daylight to be more beneficial for office workers and students cooped up indoors for most of the day, so I figured there had to be bulbs/lamps one could get much cheaper than the advertised and labeled specifically "grow lamps". You are definitely a blessing to us, may the LORD bless and keep you and yours!!!!!!!!!

[@melissamyers3292]

One year we planted 100 tomato plants all from seedlings. We had an in ground garden and used rabbit poo as fertilizer. Holy moly we had over 1,000 lbs of tomato’s it was NUTS!!!

[@theprairiehomestead]

I love it!!

[@theducklinghomesteadandgar6639]

Melissa Myers LOL!!! Sounds more like it was TOMATOES, to me!!! LMBO!!!! Sorry I couldn't resist!!! Your comment made me laugh, and the amount of tomatoes you produced does boggle the mind of someone just gardening for family and not so much for a living!!! I would bet you had a least double that unless you had a dry year, or finally just let em go!!

[@fergus247]

Jill Winger and her youtube channel is a national treasure

[@rnupnorthbrrrsm6123]

To save on electricity and lamp use, most seeds do not need light to germinate. But they do need heat underneath ! Once you see the first seed starting to pop, then put it under lights, keeping the lights about 1 inch above the plant to prevent it from getting leggy. As things start to grow either put a little fan on them or brush your hand across them each day, this strengthens the stem. Not only does growing a garden nourish my body, it nourishes my soul !!!! Happy gardening everyone !

[@michaelangel6201]

I have always kept all of my old tissue or paper towels rolls, for me they have worked great for starting new seeds. This helps in several ways, 1. It prevents "Root Shock" 2. It prevents wasting seeds or plants through "Thinning" and 3. When ready to transfer outside just dig the hole throw in some fish oil(Alaska's) cover with a little dirt, then a good pinch of wood ash (saved from the fire place) and plant the whole thing as is. What I've found the roll will force the roots to go deep instead of out and shadow, plus when they do hit that wood ash and fish oil...they'll take flight, I mean huge!!! the paper roll will keep your roots well watered so less watering during those hot summer months. I also, keep "The usuals"( Epsom salt, Eggshells and pinch of coffee grounds) on hand for a once a week or so feeding. I live in the city, but have converted my back yard into a 80 ft x 12 garden for vegetables and a 20 ft x 9 for herbs...Oh btw most of my seeds comes from the organic foods I've eaten, I just save their seeds to replant later. Sad to report tho, this winter's freeze killed all my winter's harvest😫 all gone.

[@pegleg7621]

I started getting my seeds from Hoss tools and so far I’ve had excellent results ......plus their shipments go out almost daily so you get your seeds very quickly

[@BradfordHomestead]

Those beautiful beds are NOT less than $40😁 love your set up!

[@philalfred8307]

Thank you for another amazing video! We have our seed starting (and microgreens) growing trays set up in our dining room. All of our kids are grown and gone...so we usually eat in front of our computer (watching you and/or other amazing KZbin channels, or the Cowboy Channel as we are rodeo fans!). Last fall we were able to can 125 quarts of chili, spaghetti sauce, Pizzoli, and chili Verde. We canned 340 pints of tomato sauce, salsa, Hatch chilies, pickles, pickled garlic-pickled carrots-pickled radishes-pickled asparagus (which we didn't actually grow the asparagus but traded for with some amazing heirloom tomatoes). We also canned green beans and ham, pickled yellow and zucchini squash, and a great combo of pickled cauliflower, carrots, onions and garlic. We eat a LOT of spicy food so we canned a whole bunch of jalapenos as well. On top of all that, we dehydrated over 150 pints and 80 quarts of different veggies, and ground chilies (habanero, Scotch bonnet, Hatch, and even a little Scorpion chillies. We also buy all the marked down mushrooms that we can buy at the store, dehydrate, and grind into mushroom powder. 90% of what we preserve is produced by our own garden...and even indoor gardening. Learn this, use this, save TONS of money; help family and friends...and those that you may encounter who are in need! Thank you Jill, again, for another amazing video- Everyone, take heed and start growing your own food! P.S. The biggest problem that we have found is finding canning supplies (thank heavens we had a bunch before this COVID hit.... But that's why we started going with dehydration as an alternative method of food preservation.

[@MagicMarvin33]

Really smart idea with the light. Little bit lower and like 90% cheaper lol

[@JamesJohnson-yh1oh]

Elizabeth in far north California said, Oh, Jill, that was a good word near the end of the video, about "growing your own food and it's ups and downs, gives you more than nourishment to our bodies". We each have an imagination, creativity and the need to use them for being fruitful, multiplying, replenishing, and subduing. When I built my new gardens, it was quite a challenge I thought just about impossible. I thought to myself, "I can't believe I'm doing this!" So in my sixties I was still growing and learning. It's continued to be a challenge, very exciting, and good for me!!!

[@susantaylor8507]

That's to cute your dog chasing it

[@NS-pf2zc]

Oh I am ITCHING to plant!!! I better inventory my seeds if I need to order. I never fail to be amazed at the bounty that comes from pushing a seed into the soil. It truly blows my mind and makes me so incredibly grateful for the command “Be fruitful and multiply”.

[@paygesanders8190]

We've never used grow lights. Growing up all my grandparents ever used were the 5,500 Lumen LED shop lights from rural king. They work well and are cheaper than grow lights! Just a little cost effective plug. I love watching your videos! Thank you for all the helpful info!

[@mollyb7852]

We have always used the same lol

[@joanies6778]

The ones I have from Walmart are 5000 lumens and 6500 kelvin, for $18.97. You don't need expensive lights. These work well.

[@faintlyartistic7803]

I start my seedlings in soil blocks. No plastic and the plant roots self prune. You should check them out.

[@connieminaca5321]

I am so thankful for your channel, your podcast, your PDF resources! I've been so unsure about how to start a garden and have had little support from those around me, but your content gives me so much confidence in that I can do this. You're amazing, thank you so much!

[@theprairiehomestead]

Thanks for being here-- I'm so glad you're feeling inspired! (And heads up-- my next podcast season will be all things gardening from start to finish! It starts Jan 25th) :)

[@pinkyfromhaughtfarms6550]

We germinate in our living room, where our wood stove is. Then move trays to the grow rack in another room. This works amazing and we always have super high germination rates💚

[@theprairiehomestead]

Smart!!

[@HarryCopperPot]

I just found this video and it is sooo helpful. I live in Minnesota where you either start your own seedlings or buy them and end up spending a lot of money. This video makes starting your own seedlings less intimidating.

[@shaynaliz7740]

I'm so happy I found your channel. I just moved to Wyoming and didn't think I could grow anything here!!

[@BiscuitsStuckToTheWall]

I've used plastic and styrofoam cups for seedlings. Also, for inside growing to make the plants stronger we use a small oscillating fan a couple hours a day to create a very gentle breeze. The plants are stronger and won't fall over as much. Thanks for this video.

[@LifeWithMrsB]

I’ve heard of doing that, it’s so cold here though that I’ve never been able to do it 😂 I just brush the seedlings with my fingertips quite a few times a day. It’s not as easy as the fan 😂

[@bhamptonkc7]

A heat mat under your tray will keep the seeds happy for a fraction ov the power

[@okier7368]

I ordered from True Leaf Market because their shipping fees are so much better! I placed 2 big orders before Christmas and gave some as gifts to my gardening friends. It’s nice to hear they have good quality seeds as well. Their shipping was incredibly fast too.

[@theprairiehomestead]

Yes! They are a fabulous company :)

[@franl5585]

Greta video. I've been doing this for 50 years and you've got it down, Jill. Spreading the word is so helpful. Keep on!

[@ekoehn9843]

Love this video! Have watched it twice and am super inspired! You reminded me that I had used the same method with shop lights a few years ago, it worked great for me too. We moved and I haven't had another garden until last year. Started our seeds last year in a window with yes, spindly results. Have my shop light going again for this year and all the tomatoes have popped up and are growing beautifully. I had heard it is also good to put a fan in them the help them grow sturdier. Going to give that a try. Also, I made a wonderful discovery; K-cups from your coffee maker can be scraped out and make perfect seed starting cups!!! So glad to be able to repurpose them. Thank you Jill for all the valuable content you pack into your videos; so practical!!!

[@heidilarkin3074]

I sure will be making notes of the “grow lights”

[@spudreviews8897]

HI from a WY native 👋 SO glad to find your channel! doing the largest garden we've taken on thus far! I have found great info on your channel and am so excited to see what comes 😀 keep up the great work!

[@jerradallen6316]

I’m so ready for spring garden season and it’s just now fall lol. I have a freezer full of fresh organic, non gmo, all natural beef that I raised, a hog to put in the freezer and some other good stuff to hold me and the wife over till next fall. Im hoping I can grow at least 75% of our food next year. I love all the old ways and the simple life.

[@GingerKral]

Thanks for the heads up on the seed situation! I sure would like a close up on your raised bed design, materials....etc.....

[@theprairiehomestead]

I have another video here on my channel with more closeups! It's called 'Our Raised Bed Redemption' :)

[@GingerKral]

@@theprairiehomestead Thanks I found it :)

[@LifeWithMrsB]

That is so interesting regarding the light!! I never knew you could do it like that! I’ve always seen the grow lamps and they are just too expensive for me, but I can get with the cheaper ones for sure!!

[@andreamortimer2610]

You can also use the 5,500 Lumen LED shop lamps that Walmart sells (about $20); they work really well for me and use less electricity.

[@mikebrunner9155]

You've said for awhile now that seeds could be in short supply so I got my order in early. In fact they arrived late last week. I had to go to a different supplier as my "old reliable" has become less so. I wish I had know about True Leaf earlier as they would've saved me some money...next year for sure.

[@lisamartin3346]

This was really, really great! I’m a city girl who owns some acreage outside of Austin. We plan to move there full time in a few years so I’ll be ready to follow your lead then. Thanks!

[@foggybottomz]

Ooh lucky! I'm planning to move there from Midland.

[@deirdrecollins3987]

Most seeds don’t need light to germinate, just warmth. Love your vlogs. Your garden (raised beds) are lovely! Greetings from a very locked down Ireland!

[@williamshaw667]

I love your videos! I can not understand why 11 people did not like your video? I live in a house with a small yard I am starting a garden my seeds i planted look like they will not be ready to plant this year I am going to have to go buy plants that are already started! Next year I will start them sooner with a grow light. Thanks for your videos!

[@malloryhowell7378]

I just wanted to know how much I have appreciated your channel you are seriously helping so many people and I just wanted you to know that I just made your beginners bread today and it was absolutely delicious and so confidence boosting

[@audreywy1743]

Great timing! I was just down in Colorado looking at grow lights/ lamps to start seedlings and the prices were crazy. The employees didn't know much (anything really) about the grow lights so I left empty-handed. Thank you for the information!

[@theprairiehomestead]

Glad it was helpful!

[@shawnthebeliever]

Thank you from Texas!

[@jeannetwendt4565]

Thank you for you video. I'm starting my seeds for the first time this year and needed the encouragement. Also Baker Creek just sent out a notice that if you order now it'll take 30 days for the US and 60 days international to get your seeds. They are so overwhelmed with orders that they are shutting down their website for a couple of days to get caught up. I'm so glad my seeds from Baker Creek are scheduled to be delivered tomorrow.

[@theprairiehomestead]

so glad you got yours coming in time!

[@michaelmason2128]

I love watching your videos. I can't wait till I can me and mom to Lancaster PA. We both want a garden. Besides the enjoyment of using the fresh veggies. I will enjoy sharing with friends and family.

[@brentderksen]

Just received my seeds yesterday!!

[@theprairiehomestead]

Yay for getting them before they all sold out! ;)

[@cynthiagustafson2541]

I just came across your videos a few days ago and have been binge watching. I use to buy all of my seedlings because I had no confidence that I could grow them. I watched KZbin....The Rusted Garden and others and learned how to do it. There have been some failures but mostly successes. I grow all my veggies except the direct seeding ones and all my flowers. I use to spend about $300 a year on seedlings and some perennials. I reuse all my 6 paks and trays, I bought the inexpensive lights and heat mats so I've probably averaged $40 over the 3 years I have been doing this and I have way more seedlings, especially flowers!! I'm in a cold climate...4b with lots of snow from November thru April. So it can be done even without a greenhouse. I even did winter sowing this year. I got started late, about March, I think, but had great succes!!

[@mistythompson1664]

Love watching your channel! All the way from Tennessee!

[@theprairiehomestead]

Thanks for watching Misty!

[@thomaswarren5794]

Me too I’m from rogersville

[@joannhopkins1396]

I start all my plants from seeds ....It just feels good ! Gets me through some of the cold months !

[@sabburahsuhail]

Best video ever! Thanks for sharing your grow lamp trick! Perfection

[@robynkoehler1904]

I just placed my first order from there yesterday, but I did not find you until last night. I wish I would have found you sooner! Thank you for the great videos!

[@AngieRichmond]

I’m trying to grow seeds for the first time ever this year. I’m really excited (and nervous 😂) But this video has helped me feel more confident. Thank you!

[@theprairiehomestead]

You got this! :)

[@NS-pf2zc]

You’re going to love it!!! Remember, “one for the rook, one for the crow, one to rot and one to grow”. In other words, plant more than you need. Seeds are cheap, experience is priceless. You can compost or give away extras.

[@AngieRichmond]

@@NS-pf2zc great advice, thanks!

[@AngieRichmond]

@@theprairiehomestead 💙

[@LifeWithMrsB]

Hope you have lots of luck! I had my first year growing from seed last year and I learned a lot! 😂

[@frankthetank8712]

I found new tray cells that costs more, but are really solid and durable. That's a must if you plan on using your trays for many years. Right now, I've found one place in UK and one in California.

[@candicechristensen1753]

Your handwriting is really nice!!👍👍

[@FarmhouseTeas]

My Wyoming raised hubby has a pair of overalls that are that old too. Must be something about Wyoming ;) The girls were all excited because they saw our Kombucha Workshop Ad on your channel :)

[@tonyastadt9866]

Jill I just want to let you know that you are amazing I love your channel I just subscribed to and I'm learning a lot by watching you I am a new beginner and I take my risk but I enjoy the food at the end and is just more delicious than buying it in a store to be honest so thank you for everything that you do keep doing it and God is blessing you to show others that they can make a beautiful creation and enjoy it too!!💞🌱🌻

[@nancymiller4678]

Thanks for the heads up about short supply of seeds - just placed my order with True Leaf Market using your link and code - thank you! First time using them and now I am itching to get started!

[@melissaw.9583]

I'm so excited for this gardening season. Last year I started extra tomatoes and peppers (in case anyone needed any), I couldn't give them away so we planted all of them😂😂. Needless to say that I won't need that many tomatoes this year! I love all of the information that you share with us!

[@NS-pf2zc]

A pig or a few chickens can turn that bounty into eggs or meat. Our pigs LOVE getting tomatoes when I can’t keep up with it all. So do the chickens!

[@melissaw.9583]

@@NS-pf2zc I'm dreaming of when we can have chickens and pigs! Hopefully in the next couple of years we can move to our forever homestead

[@deborahlangton2759]

So excited! I just put my order in🥰

[@sowrightseeds]

Thanks for posting such amazing content!! We love seeing others thriving growing their own food :)

[@susanlester1]

What an awesome garden! Seed starting is intimidating but going to do it this year.

[@theprairiehomestead]

You got this!

[@emilylipsitz]

@@theprairiehomestead how many horses do you have?

[@heather5041]

What we did this year was we bought some $5-10 storage containers from Lowe’s because they are a foot deep drilled some holes and we have cauliflower, broccoli, chives, green onions, and kohlrabi in them and they r doing amazing!

[@kaylaandrews240]

Love this! You simplified grow lights SO much!!!!

[@daniellejohnson9275]

Thank you so much for doing a video on this! I am so overwhelmed and intimidated at the idea of planning out my garden! Your videos are so helpful.

[@theprairiehomestead]

You are so welcome! I'm glad it was helpful!

[@bettinah.7429]

Great video,it will really take the intimidation out of seed starting for those people who have been sitting on the fence about it. 👍🏼

[@marge3157]

That's how I have my seeds stored too!

[@debwoodward]

Thank you and good timing. 😃👍 I am at the table now planning out my garden with the seeds just bought on Monday cause I thought for sure they would be gone before I could get them. Thank you for the helpful tips. 🥰

[@carolmalko615]

Such an informative video. Nothing like Dollars and "Sense" to get my attention! lol Thank you for all the cost savings info on the bulbs and plain old potting soil.

[@candacethompson2521]

I love your channel, Jill. First time in many many years,(like 35) I am trying seed starting again. I can't wait to get it started. Thanks

[@megc5350]

Thanks for the new seed site ! I have been using baker seeds and tomatobob forever good to have a back up . I use seedlings for looks things but my local nursery is cheap and I split the 6 pack of veggies for $2.50with my friends so we split the cost on things we don’t want to start /need tons of like jalapeños or hot pepper plants ....Plus the local nursery they have been extremely helpful with questions ! Since I’m learning square foot gardening and companionship planting ! But for greens ,tomatoes , eggplants, zucchini I always start them myself !

[@candicechristensen1753]

Thanks for the seed coupon!! I've been looking at that seed company lately and now I used your coupon and made my first order!!! So fun!

[@BellPrepper]

This is an awesome video thank you so sooo much! I’ve been a veg gardener for over 30 years. I’ve always purchased my plants due mostly to fails on indoor starts. And I most certainly don’t want to spend money on grow lamps but I almost did this year because of everything that’s happening and what did happen last season. I’m so thankful you made this video. Now I’ll go buy seeds and those types of lights so I can get things started when the time comes. Too cool girl 👍👍 thank you. Stay safe, stay healthy ✌️❤️🇨🇦

[@BellPrepper]

Btw, you taught me how to make homemade bread. That was always another fail until I saw your video. Love love it!!

[@theprairiehomestead]

I'm so glad it was helpful Lucy! And yay for your bread!

[@sharrilswindle752]

Ps thanks for all you share with all of us...really wish we had a basement ,I miss mine so much ,cant really have them in Florida, people use sheds for basements

[@LBurnsy]

Good vibes your way 💕

[@nimfje79]

Thank you for the math's. Greetings from Holland 🤗

[@terrykunst3883]

This is phenomenal, thank you very much. Subscribed and will be catching up on all the great information I’m sure you have in the archives.

[@retroshopper1]

thanks for posting this nd sharing your challenges.

[@shelbymorris2379]

Hi Jill! I LOVE your channel and all the helpful and awesome videos you post! I wanted to ask you if you ever keep the seeds from the plants you do grow and use those saved seeds to grow seedlings? I'd love if you'd make a video on how you do that!!

[@deannastevens1217]

Very Informative. Thank You. I do get lazy sometimes... and feel I'm too busy to plant my own... But I'm working on it. Thank you for the encouragement.

[@rosemountfarms2897]

I use a germination warming mat. You can get them as a the kit of seed tray and dome.

[@ΦανήΒ.Λ]

Hello Jill, greetings from Greece !!

[@OurIntrovertedHomestead]

I use the exact same storage system, and I love them!! I currently have 6!

[@myhandfulofmiracles857]

You should put a dome on your outdoor garden

[@cristinabiggs5743]

Thanks so much, Jill! We just ordered for the first time and used the code!!

[@XStephandOliviaX]

Great Video as always! Thanks Jill x

[@mariaadams6743]

Thanks for the coupon!

[@theprairiehomestead]

you bet!

[@ColorfulBooknester]

I use the same seed storage system- I arrange them by planting dates..

[@77redhen]

I use cow pots instead of peat pots, they work well and are made from a sustainable resource. 🐄

[@theprairiehomestead]

I just heard of those the other day-- I need to check them out!

[@jupeter24]

Wonderful!!

[@VotteyDaily]

Hello everyone . I love thank you for share ❤️

[@arushisharma1221]

Love your videos!!

[@OLDBD1]

Thanks for all you do .

[@dawnholmes7368]

Your seed starting system looks amazing. I really like that the lights are adjustable as the plants grow. Do you use wires are something else?

[@cindyserry2836]

What are your raised beds made from? It’s been 6 years since we moved and I had a garden, and hubby promised that this is the year to build one, but lumber for raised beds has become exponentially more expensive thanks to Covid. I’d love a long lasting alternative like you have!

[@foggylog19]

Looks like some kind of corrugated metal. Birdies is a common brand here, I think one of the main American youtubers I have seen, ?MI gardener or epic gardener might offer them? Otherwise other metal beds

[@usandplus]

Great video. Thanks for sharing.❤ I also have my small garden, need more tips on how to grow vegetables. 😊

[@talltimbersfarm85]

Love the video. Jill, where did you get your seed storage containers that you show in the video? Thanks, Lori

[@naturally_danii]

We started seeds last year but they got all leggy. This year I'll do better! Great video 👌 (your hair is so pretty, by the way!)

[@HESEDNMERCY]

Thank you. Great job😊🌻☀️

[@spoolsandbobbins]

Did this last year, price of electricity in Nova Scotia might be more than just buying tomatoes from a market. The cost of living makes you question a lot of things. Still gonna do it this year though! Great video!!!

[@deborahnikolic6542]

Thank you for share all youre Tipps

[@evelynrogers7145]

I just use shop lights. 3,200 lumen. Make sure it says daylight. Led bulbs.

[@jackieburnett6881]

Great information

[@nikkihaas5326]

haha i use red solo cups for scooping soil too

[@CecilliaDB]

Great info, thank you. I've been looking for an affordable to way to do my own starts for tomatoes and peppers.

[@Filzkiiz]

Datz an Awesome looking gaRdeN Mate!! Ur harvest Lookz sO good!! Not a gardeNer Meself, but itz good tO knO dat if I ever dO..I thiNk il be Prepared!! Haha!! Yesma'Am!! LoL!! ThaNkz again foR Sharing!!

[@joanies6778]

I get my lights at Walmart for $18.97 (current rollback price). They are 5000 lumens and 6500 kelvin.

[@tinamariepayne7291]

Hello friend, thank you so much for all of your vast knowledge that you’re sharing with us. It’s very helpful to me as I only been able to grow tomatoes and herbs. One time years ago I planted a small garden against a fence line with towering trees on the east side of my house. 😂 Needless to say it was not very successful, except for the lettuce. 🤣 At that time, I had no idea that it should’ve been facing south. 😂 So what growing zone is your livelihood? I’m in zone 7a and my last frost date is 4/15. I going to plant some seeds today and realize I’m getting started late for the peppers, tomatoes, and broccoli thanks to one of your prior videos. I’m using toilet paper rolls and a couple of boot sized shoe totes. One is use for holding the makeshift seedling tray and the other flipped upside down as a cover. I’m going to put it outside on my deck. Do you think I should put tape around it to seal out the air?

[@ellendegraaf1520]

Can you add links to the shop lights and lamps you use?

[@joanies6778]

Depends upon the lamps themselves. You can buy them as "linkable" (Walmart has them), or not. I just have mine on a strip that is plugged into a timer. I am thinking about buying a strip with a built in timer next time.