How to Start Seeds Indoors

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

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[@thanos6345]

You explained that very good am gonna try this it's cheaper to do it this way

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@@thanos6345 Thank you. Best of luck to you!

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I am a subscriber and have been following you for about a year or so and live in Glendale AZ. I need to find a power strip with a timer like yours. I haven't noticed them.

[@juneramirez8580]

Thank you! You are a sweet heart for sending this to me!!! I grow in a extra bedroom with grow lights but there is so much I need to learn!

[@MinnieAcresFarm]

This is such a thorough and helpful video. Great timing as I am soon starting seeds indoors for the first time ever 😄

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

Glad it was helpful! Best of luck to you.

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[@GrowingInTheGarden]

Thanks so much!

[@joanmacleod1362]

Such a great video. So much good information

[@DianaLougnot]

This was very helpful! Thanks!

[@sicplano]

Great job. I especially like the wire rack setup. Plan on using that for next year. Thanks for such a well organized presentation.

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

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[@MarthaGutierrez-mh6fm]

I love the way you explain step by step what to do. Thank you

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

You are so welcome. Thanks for watching.

[@barbmills2756]

Thank you. I have never started seeds because it is just the 2of use. After watching your video I may try it on a small scale. You inspire me to try.

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

You can do it. It's such a good feeling to plant out transplants you grew from seed.

[@Mrs.CreeksideMaples]

Awesome information 🪴

[@sharonaleshire1556]

I’m so happy that I’ve found your channel! You have given me so much information that will help me get started planting seeds this year indoors. You have done an excellent job with your presentation, your video and tips. Love the tip about preparing the labels ahead of time! ☺️ Thank you so much 😊

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

So glad it's helpful. Thanks for watching.

[@roseomamogho736]

This is one of the best seed starting videos. Thank you!

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

Glad it was helpful!

[@JChalant]

OH! I have time to get some seedlings started still !

[@jayaruparanagama7295]

Thank you so much! This answered a lot of questions I had! 😊

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

Glad it was helpful!

[@sweetcarolinagardening4364]

Good job in this! It includes so much detailed valuable info. As someone who just started KZbin videos I can relate to how much time this took. Kudos to you!

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

Thank you! I appreciate that. Best of luck with your channel. Thanks for watching.

[@denimacaz]

Thank you, thank you, thank you! Last week I started seeds indoors for the first time. I tried collecting info here and there until I came up with what seemed a reasonable method. After watching this video I see that I am indeed on track (whew!). I appreciate all your videos and look forward to them each week, and I love my calendar! Cheers!

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

Good for you! Thank you for your support, I really do appreciate it.

[@tbvumbe882]

Thank you 🙏 u answered all my questions, mine are droopy and long.

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

Happy to help!

[@alonacayanan8500]

Thank you so much for this clear helpful video. You inspired me more on starting seeds indoors. I will definitely get the mats and the lighting set up. God Bless!!

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

Glad it was helpful, thanks for watching.

[@MarieLagu]

Thank you. So thorough and educational.

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[@lisaalbillar5533]

Wow! I know understand a bit more of what I'm doing incorrectly. I have leggy seedlings. I'm hoping the heating mats will be enough for the new seeds I plant as our house is never 70ish degrees in the winter. more like 45 to 60. Thank you for this video!!

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

You can do it!

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Thanks for sharing.

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

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[@danielfisch655]

Great information, thank you for sharing.

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

Glad it was helpful!

[@dragonfeatherz]

Damn my arrogance, last season I start in January indoors with Basil and had Pesto by mid Feb. Now this season I'm waiting for 55F nights and hope it warm enough for a seedling. A very detail walkthrough for starting seedling indoors. God I'm idiot, a SYRINGE, genius.

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

Best of luck to you.

[@MOJUSA]

Wow. Cool.Thanks for sharing. New subscribe.

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

Awesome, thank you!

[@Mel-vu9ss]

Hi there. I just found you and now hubby and I are watching your videos. All ready learned so much. I’m curious to know where you got the black plastic looking tops to your table you show. I’d love to find them. Thanks again.

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

I bought the table from www.growerssupply.com/farm/supplies/prod1;gs_greenhouse_benches_shelves;pg108292.html

[@heatherbower5539]

Could you elaborate more on how you decide to water your seedlings or hold off for now?😊

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

When the top is dry, then I water.

[@alanfaulkner5848]

Angela, Thank you for the video. Quick Question - where did you purchase the pulleys mentioned in the video at about the 3:50 mark in the video? I purchased the wire rack and one of the T5 Fluorescent Lights and want to mount it in a pulley system like you demonstrated.

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

I looked and I can't find the order - I think I purchased them on Amazon.

[@asleep92]

super helpful, thank you!!

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

So glad, thanks for watching.

[@markmilne3967]

Many thanks from St. George, UT for sharing all this helpful info! Do you ever do soil blocking? Is it any different (if at all) than seed trays?

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

I haven't done soil blocking, but it is also an excellent method.

[@ank1978]

That’s worth knowing, ... thank you,

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

Definitely a skill worth developing. Thanks for watching.

[@karenschwartz5209]

Great video, I t really helped with questions.

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

Glad to hear it! Thanks for watching.

[@phuoccuocsongduc]

Great

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

Thanks

[@derpina615]

Could I keep it in the garage if I’m using heat mats?

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

Depends on the temperature of your garage. Heat mats usually only raise temps by about 10 degrees.

[@derpina615]

@@GrowingInTheGarden thanks for the response, I’m definitely bringing them in after reading that! Even cleared out some space in the guest room!

[@FatcatandFriends]

A syringe!! Brilliant idea for sucking out additional water!!!

[@lesleyfitzpatrick1711]

How long each day should you have a little fan going to strengthen the new seedlings?

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

I leave it on all the time - you can have it on the same timer as the lights if you don't want to run it all day

[@McDonaldPlantFarm]

Nice job in this video. When are you going to plant your Roselle? (PS yes I read your growing guide... 😀)

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

I'm trying a couple of varieties this year and they were among the seeds I started.

[@McDonaldPlantFarm]

@@GrowingInTheGarden I got the ones you had last year from Renee’s but I also bought the variety that Hoss Tools added to their selection. Very excited!

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

@@McDonaldPlantFarm Nice! Such a fun plant to grow. Best of luck to you.

[@tiffanylemon3248]

I have that same heat mat and I worry that it gets too warm for the plants to sit directly on top. Is that a possibility? When I touch it was very surprised how warm it gets.Maybe my mat is defective 🤔

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

It should warm it about 10°F higher - if it's heating more than that it may be defective.

[@crissychristensen1211]

I live in a climate very similar to yours (one hour north of Las Vegas). My question is which company (companies) do you recommend for seeds good for this dry hot climate?

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

You can see my favorite seed suppliers (and favorite seeds) on this page of my website: growinginthegarden.com/favorite-seeds/

[@LaLascrops]

Do you use a thermostat for the heating mats? If so which one do you recommend form amazon?

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

No, because my indoor temperature is fairly constant. If you have your seedlings where the temperature fluctuates more (such as in a greenhouse) you may need one. amzn.to/39Q6rzF

[@jenniferbrannon]

Angela, our house in the summer is typically 78 degrees... is that too warm? You mentioned 70 degrees I think for the seedlings? I'm guessing while it's still hot we wouldn't want to put the heat mats under them, then? lol

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

Good point. 78°F is fine - don't use the mats.

[@jenniferbrannon]

@@GrowingInTheGarden TY! I wish we could afford to keep our house chilly during our desert summers, but that's not possible! I'm really enjoying your channel... not a lot of gardening advice geared towards the desert out there!

[@tangocat4370]

I have the same organic kelp liquid fertilizer but I havent used it in a year. Its been in an humid but covered area - you think it is still good?

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

If the lid is on I imagine it would be fine.

[@tangocat4370]

@@GrowingInTheGarden I replaced the lid with a pump. It may not be as sealed but maybe I’ll just use it on non edible plants. Thanks for replying!!!

[@yogeshp3134]

Hi Angela, would you recommend growing basil, cilantro and mustard seeds right now in PHX region. Can they be started outdoors? Can I grow them in compost directly or need to mix compost with native soil?

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

This herb planting guide can help with dates growinginthegarden.com/arizona-herb-planting-guide-a-visual-guide-for-low-desert-herbs/ Here is my recommendation for soil: growinginthegarden.com/best-soil-for-raised-bed-vegetable-gardening/ Some information about when to start seeds indoors: growinginthegarden.com/when-to-start-seeds-indoors-a-seed-starting-guide-for-low-desert-vegetables/

[@Amahle-d8t]

Can i start my seedlings outside in a shaded area?

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

They would need light and the right temperatures. It depends on how warm it is outside for you. Most veggies need 70°F or more.

[@giusepperotondo7738]

Can you tell me please how long are the tubes and how much Watt they have. Thanks a lot

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

4 feet long and 1000 Lumens. Here is a link to the ones I'm using: amzn.to/3bdLQaG

[@tattoorn242]

I have been learning that it’s best to start seeds from special soil mix (as you also said in this video) but if you start the seeds outside do you need to use that special soil or just the normal mix?

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

You start seeds in the garden soil. Some soil germinates seeds better than others. I love this soil mixture: kzbin.info/www/bejne/d3-5mYKsr8uCp6s for my beds and seeds germinate really well.

[@mgfrongillo]

I took my humidity cover off just a little late and some of the tomatillos/tomatoes are slightly leggy. Is there a way to save them?

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

Possibly. See how they continue to grow. The nice thing about tomatoes and tomatillos is you plant them deeply and roots will grow all along their stem. If growth seems stunted however, I would replant.

[@ronsherrynewcomer9261]

Do you have a video if using LED lights?

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

Would be similar steps other than the distance to the lights might vary.

[@Pubgfetiz]

Where do you buy/purchase your seeds (seed company)🇨🇦

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

I get a lot of my seeds from Seeds Now www.seedsnow.com/?rfsn=275008.6345c

[@terricastles3832]

I did everything but the cover. They're still coming up. Good to know to drain the water, as I would have just left it. Proper watering is my weakest skill in gardening.

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

Many problems in the garden can be traced back to watering - I think it's tricky for all of us. Great job on your seedlings!

[@AmakaObiefuna-lu3mt]

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