How to Sow Seeds in Modules the No-Nonsense Way

[@HuwRichards]

Spot the part where I still think it's 2020😂

[@ohio_gardener]

I saw that when you made the Radish label, but since I do it all the time I decided not to comment....

[@homeschoolontheCroft]

You mean it’s not?? 😲

[@anakano9273]

it's ok, 2020 was actually like 17 years long, and gave us 17 years' worth to worry about ;)

[@kitdubhran2968]

12:50 lol! I do that when writing dates all the time!

[@yolandaanderson8556]

I always think it’s the previous year for the 1st 1/2 of the year. 😄

[@alexrottb]

Ah, all my favorite KZbinrs are uploading seed starting videos - it's one of the surest signs of spring. 😄

[@HuwRichards]

Definitely so😉

[@nelliesfarm8473]

Yeah and now it's autumn and I'm sad summer is over. Gonna try to get a small greenhouse and grow things in winter. I'm in the south.

[@farmyourbackyard2023]

What made me "like" this video: "I never strive for perfection..." This IS the winning philosophy of gardening.

[@saschathinius7082]

You together with Charles are my favorites...

[@gulag8735]

Liz is good too

[@jude7321]

Hi Huw I replaced an old vinyl window blind with a new one but I saved the old one to use the slats to make plant markers. it makes about a million! I've been using it for years and they never seem to run out. Just a way to repurpose things for something that they were never meant to be used for. God bless and keep you Jude, from Kentucky ✝️🥀🐴🇺🇲💚

[@vaidehilokare8897]

I like the way you say “it’s such a waste of time / money...😄😄 I quite agree.

[@lastoftheurgents1965]

I was just thinking the other day 'I havent seen any videos from that Welsh fella lately ' Your vids are so great. Straight forward and to the point with no ego. keep em coming please

[@cedrinabuitrago6722]

I love the idea of a nice firm handshake to be the right amount of pressure :)

[@themajesticbeard1497]

My partner and I have struck gold through finding your channel, Huw. We're committing to a complete lifestyle change come June and we're excited to start our journey into growing our own vegetables. I feel your channel and books will be a fantastic asset to us over the months that follow! Thank you for the amazing content.

[@carlottafontes9575]

Even though my garden is still under 2 feet of snow I am going to start sowing my seeds. Can't wait for spring. 🌹🌻🌼

[@HuwRichards]

I can understand that!!

[@chompers11]

I love your channel so so much Huw, thank you for all your continued hard work. I wish I had more friends and neighbors like you around, the world would be a better place

[@HuwRichards]

Thank you! So nice of you :)

[@user-kp5vd1tg3r]

Yes, I started using my yogurt cups for labels also, was glad you showed that in another episode. Very handy. Thank you. And I am going to just start using compost also.

[@RickyGallarati]

If I weren't interested in no digging, I'd still watch this channel just for the peace and quiet it gives. Well done mate.

[@jeannine9066]

Thank you, Huw, I am grateful! I need to keep it simple because I am handicapped and wear out quickly, so I can't afford to waste time on pointless things.

[@plantsmanscorner128]

Excellent practical guide Huw. Overcomplicated is a good description of some gardening advice in the MSM. Having been a been a nurseryman for 50 years it’s nice to see with new technology how sensible information can be distributed. Best wishes....Malcolm

[@j.reneewhite915]

I appreciate that you are teaching us the necessary basics to grow strong, beautiful seedlings. I'm embarrassed to admit how much money I've spent this spring trying to add all the right stuff to make a quality seed starting mix. You've not only saved me a lot more money but simplified it so I can enjoy the process and expect a good outcome. Thanks so much!

[@HuwRichards]

Thank you so much Renee! Please don't be embarrased about that, it is very easy to do and I think all gardeners are guilty of it when they first start out. I hope this helps you save a bit of money :) Best wishes

[@lydiaStrugas]

😃 me too🙈

[@scheralgreider5406]

We have a place a few miles from where I live In the US that uses the "stuff" from the local zoo to make compost. It is really great and fairly inexpensive. They market it by calling it, "Zoo Brew." You can purchase it by the truck load or by the bag.

[@HuwRichards]

That is cool!

[@tracyleal2609]

I hope it’s well aged. So many diseases can jump from animals to humans.

[@scheralgreider5406]

@@tracyleal2609 it is well aged.

[@gudgengrebe]

This is a fantastically useful video. Very inspiring. Really well presented too … no awkward waffling, short and to the point. You obviously have experimented with everything and I’m confident I can follow all your advice. Thank you very much for making all your videos. I’m always learning something.

[@elizabethflynn8455]

Ah, good man. This is great. I've been gathering toilet roll inserts for the beans because the deeper trays don't last. So fantastic to see the modules you have.

[@HuwRichards]

Thanks Elizabeth! Both the roll inserts and deep modules work excellently for broad beans :)

[@elizabethflynn8455]

@@HuwRichards they do indeed. 🙂

[@_cephalotus4187]

Wish I could find modules like this in Germany

[@wobblybobengland]

@@_cephalotus4187 GREEN24

[@_cephalotus4187]

@@wobblybobengland Thanks a lot, this was very helpful, will check that right now!

[@lori-annallen9186]

Huw! I was so excited to see you had your shelf growhouse inside the larger greenhouse! I am trying that myself this year in the attempt to get my seedlings started a bit earlier. I started some modules inside the house, but now that they have germinated I need to move them out (before the cats can sample them😅) but was worried about the temperature dropping too much. I had heard someone say that each layer of insulated air can provide 10°F of freezing protection, so I figured I'd give it a go.

[@ohio_gardener]

Another great video, Huw! I will be starting seeds under grow lights in about 2 weeks, so they'll be ready for transplanting into the garden beds mid-May.

[@HuwRichards]

Super exciting!! I will hopefully have the first hardy things planting outside end of this month👌 All the best!

[@laurenh1810]

Yes! Love the yoghurt pot idea. I’ve been trying to think of things I could use for labels as I don’t want to buy any. Thanks for the tip!

[@shawalauk]

I use yogurt pots for seedlings.

[@chrissym1946]

Pinterest has had printable labels for all my needs so far. I print em out and glue em on. Good Luck!

[@Violetta1912]

Seriously, I would have filled that tray one pot at a time! So glad I watched this video :)

[@HuwRichards]

Glad I saved you a lifetime of pot filling ;)

[@midnull6009]

As somebody who wants to start a community garden (and see how it goes) this is very helpful!

[@1s1lee]

Thank you, you wonderful human being.

[@stevendowden2579]

always enjoy your videos

[@HuwRichards]

Thank you so much Steven I am very grateful for your continued support :)

[@shawalauk]

I like your gardening. I watch every video that you Uploads.Thanks

[@KimmysKitchenandGarden]

I really like them pots I'm going to have a look. I've been looking at them other for trainers you have but now I'm thinking get the other ones 👍 thanks Huw, perfect timing

[@bridgetmiller117]

So good to know. I'm at my first time to sowing seeds and I was all worried about what kind of soil to start them and how expensive seed starting soil is when I have my very own homemade compost in my backyard the entire time. This is such a great video that I found! I'm sooo glad that I can surely use my own compost now that I learned that you do. In the back of my mind I was worried that if I did use compost that it would be too harsh on the seeds but I guess not huh. Thanks a lot for the very informative video that ultimately has saved me money. New subscriber for sure!😀

[@HuwRichards]

Awh thanks Bridget!! I am so pleased to hear this has been very helpful for you and I hope you have a great growing seaosn!!

[@courtnez]

It's Nov in Canada and I'm back to watch this again and dream of warmer days and outdoor gardening. Also trolling the comments for sources of these trays in Canada!

[@marketavithousova6508]

I've thought that "yoghurt labels" were my brilliant invention! :D Every year I ask my office colleagues to collect all big yoghurt pots from their households. I do give them second life as plant pots since they still serve perfectly well to this purpose. Couple years ago I accidentally broke one so changing it to labels seemed reasonable so I've been doing it since then. Obviously this idea seems reasonable to more people, especially to those who do not like to waste (both money and natural resources) ;) It would be lovely to see more "eco-friendly" gardening tips from you in the future, thanks for all valuable content.

[@aliciathompson7721]

I watched you last year. My seedlings was wiped out before my weather change. Thank you for giving me the courage to start again to get my hands dirty. Lol

[@dirkvandeveire6102]

Always puts a smile on my face!

[@HuwRichards]

Awh thanks Dirk!!

[@paulsonap6]

One of the best videos on sowing seeds in modules I've seen. Your tips are fabulous. One question: Why does the potting soil not fall through those large holes at the bottom of the modules?

[@Thelmageddon]

Because it's firm and moist 😁 If it were dry and loose it would 👍

[@chaddamp2894]

Great tutorial thanks !!

[@HuwRichards]

Glad you enjoyed it! :)

[@Silvereagledude]

Just watched this again as a refresher….thanks, Huw

[@stacyfelton5588]

Thanks for the video, even tho it was basic it really does help. So inspiring , great .

[@imawip]

Greetings and gratitude from across the pond! I love your channel ❤️ Been gardening for years but have never started everything from seed until now. Seed companies in Canada are swamped and running low on supply. I'm grateful for the courage you've given me to have a successful 2021 ;)

[@sjt4689]

Order from the US, Russia, Ukraine etc. Much easier, fast shipping, great prices, no limitations on buying larger quantities either. I've given up on Canadian seed companies. They're ridiculously bogged down in bureaucratic nightmares of their own making, as is typical in Canada with everything. Baker Creek seeds in the US rocks FYI.

[@imawip]

@@sjt4689 thanks for the tip!

[@UnusualPets]

I'm really enjoying your videos I've just started last year and it's nice to see a younger person enjoying gardening I'm excited to watch more ☺️

[@clarkl4177]

Outside with my potting bench, sowing seeds and labeling with Yogurt containers and about to place them onto a grated screen😃So grateful for your confirmation on much of what I'm doing--and informing me in the things I DON'T KNOW 😬

[@moodeex3766]

Excellent video, appreciate the not complicating things part. Thanks!

[@clynthia0510]

I'm in Baton Rouge Louisiana USA. I really like this tutorial on starting seeds this way. I started seeds in a seed starting mix and they were up in a few days. Weeks have passed and nothing else happened. They were stuck. Someone said that the mix didn't have enough nutrients to get them to the next stage. I'm sad and discouraged. I will start over again and lay cardboard on top of the trays. Thank you.

[@agtbruinsman7190]

Between Charles Dowding,The Weedy Gardener, and You, I am finding enormous advise to carry on my no dig gardening with great success. Keep up the awesome videos. Cheers from Andy in Niagara Region Ontario Canada

[@gareths100]

Great clip Huw, love the content level in this one. Id be very interested to see a specific clip on propergating onion sets. Yours look fantastic, I can never get mine like that

[@nme0830]

You are one of my home gardening heroes!! Thankyou

[@frasersgirl4383]

Your videos are so brilliant. In every way…..❤️💫❤️

[@susanbrookes8247]

As usual a great video with lots of uncomplicated information. Thanks Huw

[@pamelavance648]

Looking forward to your garden coming alive through the season

[@HuwRichards]

Hahaha me too!!!! Perhaps a little too excited!!

[@pamelavance648]

@@HuwRichards excited is feel good energy Happy gardening to you

[@stoffmeister7095]

Just slapped together a bunch of seeds and soil, watching this made sure I didn't forget about anything

[@CupcakeBaker1982]

I love the cardboard idea! Never thought of that before! Thank you Huw xx

[@HuwRichards]

My pleasure Kat! Have a great season :)

[@VYSOTDAILY99]

Wow very good video

[@HuwRichards]

Thank you!:)

[@roxanadcortessoto6440]

Thanks for all your knowledge and special for sharing with us!

[@HuwRichards]

My pleasure Roxana! :)

[@nataschajudson7509]

Thank you for all the fantastic simple seed sowing tips.

[@kitdubhran2968]

Lovely video. Thanks so much for this! Very in depth and helpful. Can’t wait for more of this series.

[@GARDENER42]

I have a few Containerwise cell trays I bought back in the early 90's. Back then, the others I used were the AP polystyrene ones - not as strong but they produced superb results. I've recently bought another 20 or 30 Containerwise trays in various sizes & am confident they too will give decades of service.

[@FrankEdavidson]

I have many cracked Cetap euro trays and some recently bought ones in consumer 38cm size which have cracked.

[@theirishcountrywoman6218]

Fantastic video Huw, looking forward to the series!!

[@pollyester6639]

Wow 15k views in 19hours - Thankyou do much these are really really reassuring for the novice

[@HuwRichards]

Pleased to hear it Polly! :)

[@eq6179]

Thank you for your video! (a chinese from Paris)

[@melissagoodwin2602]

Appreciate this video, definitely give me another option for my seedlings.

[@mawkernewek]

good tip with the yoghurt pots. I'll need to make sure I use a good marker pen, because I've often had the writing become illegible and been unable to keep track of which plants are which.

[@carolineowen7846]

try a sharpie permanent marker pen, pencil also works well on milk bottle plastic, or try chinagraph pencil on smooth plastic

[@cynthiafisher9907]

@@carolineowen7846 Sharpie fades badly in the sun after a short time. There is a marker called a Garden Marker that lasts much longer.

[@cynthiafisher9907]

I use old mini blinds cut to short lengths. They work well because they have a matte finish.

[@ethanmcdonald5899]

You and david the good are my favorite gardeners :) and red gardens also. Thanks for all you do. And God bless you, the good Lord is coming back soon as he promised. We see the fog tree blooming he is coming soon

[@davidweale9621]

Containerwise great to deal with.

[@kprairiesun]

Good video! Gardening 45 years and still got some good information from it! Funny, I also figured out to use plastic cottage cheese container strips as plant markers. They didn't work as well outside in the ground, though. Bent too easily. Thank you!

[@momonwallstreet]

Thank you for all the great tips. Nice to know that starting seedlings in home made compost is a possibility. I find it a challenge to find good seed starting mix around here (Upstate NY), since a few good garden centers have closed in recent years. Being in zone 5a, with temperatures still below zero in my bubble wrap insulated greenhouse - no heating- I have to start my seedlings indoors under grow lights. Your method looks like so much more fun, actually being outdoors. Beautiful backdrop to your garden too.

[@JustClaireGrace]

New subscriber here! My husband and I are starting to grow our own food this year. Starting out small, with reasonably easy to grow (apparently!) veg this year. I'll be looking through your videos for where to start with making a garden and what to grow/when to grow. Thanks for the great videos.

[@HuwRichards]

Awh thank you so much and I wish you the best of luck with your growing season! :D

[@janecarver9672]

Loved this one thanks Huw

[@Fran-ou7zf]

Thank you for another wonderfully informative video!

[@marisaworsley2241]

Hi, thanks a lot for your very good simple ideas... I just loved it.. i planted some seeds today...,still very cold in Massachusetts... I’m keeping them inside... I admire you!

[@BlackDogDesigns]

Thank you sow much Huw, I love your videos👩🏼‍🌾

[@gaglag1953]

Really enjoyed this video. Very professional and informative for someone like me who is new to gardening. I look forward to your next videos. Thanks Huw

[@petertalevski2506]

Great simple video

[@n.v.1958]

Thank you. This gives me the confidence I needed with my garden to start up right in a few weeks.

[@marion1490]

Just purchased your book, can't wait to receive it! Thank you for sharing your tips and experiences so generously here on KZbin.

[@Z1gguratVert1go]

My favorite labels are to keep a roll of masking tape, the kind that painters use. I put on a little square of masking tape, and write the name of what I've sown, as well as the date. As I pot things on, I keep the original sowing date which turns out to be useful information down the road.

[@FaithHopeLove2011]

Thanks Huw. Bought Veg in one Bed book and fortunately have a lot of pallets handy. Made some beds and it’s been a good way to bring my 8 year old into the garden too. Great stuff. Thanks for these videos. 😊

[@ErnestoSun]

Calm, informative, pro! 👍🏼🌱

[@bruceloder1948]

You didn’t mention the temperature you were starting seeds in. If you did I didn’t hear it. Most say around 75 to 85 degrees F. But it can vary. Also how warm is your green house and do you heat it? I built one but I know it isn’t frost tolerant for plants. I know radishes and lettuce grow in cooler temperatures also.

[@mel_g]

you are describing things great. keep it simple & longterm, like that. much garden love from graz/austria 🌱

[@HuwRichards]

Thank you so much! I really miss Austria! I usually go every winter...

[@mel_g]

things will change. i promise 😇

[@Wings91]

Thank you, thank you, thank you! EXACTLY the subject I've been searching for :) Looking forward to the rest of the series! As someone who learns best visually, I really appreciate your demonstration. Somehow I muddle through every sowing season, but I will try not to be such a perfectionist this year, you're quite right, it doesn't happen in nature, even self seeding happens so easily.

[@ThatBritishHomestead]

I like the containers that are stronger! The others will full apart within a year!

[@Ekok9]

Hi Huw, do you also have a video on how to storage and/or process high amounts of harvest? I’ve just been following your channel for a couple of months now and get loads of inspiration from them. Thanks!

[@Robutube1]

Hi Huw - just to say a big thank you for films like these - I'm a serial failed vegetable gardener but feel that, finally, I've found a source of not just advice on what to do but, crucially, when to do it. I have high hopes for more success this year by following you 🥕🧅🥦. One question if I may - at 09:26 I got serious soft rain head envy - can you share where you got yours please? Thanks!

[@sarahconstantine6381]

Very useful video thank you. Can't wait for the next one.

[@vanessaeden8174]

I used to use seed compost John Innes, expensive, very damp and sandy and poor germination. I now use Humax multi-compost with huge success.

[@emilboncina9090]

You can push it down whit another module the first layer of compost, great video, thanks and greatings from Ciumani

[@HuwRichards]

Yes however these particualr trays have a big hole at the base, and I also love the process of flattening down the compost myself :)

[@lyndaturner6686]

Really enjoyed the video Huw, starting my fourth year of growing veg in my garden raised beds no dig, but it’s thanks to you and other gardeners on you tube that inspire and have helped me grow in confidence, I love the no faff seed sowing simple and effective, really looking forward to the following videos.just one thing, I’m in Cornwall and we’ve had the coldest winter ever seen here although we’ve had the few warm days too I’ve been germinating indoors on a heat mat , will those seeds germinate in the little grow house inside your poly tunnel?

[@HuwRichards]

Hi Lynda, thank you so much for your kind words! Regarding to seed germination it really comes down to what you're growing, for example no chance of starting tomatoes of runner beans in the polytunnel, but all the hardy crops will be fine :)

[@Olat2012]

Hello Huw, you’re one of the people that made me try gardening. I have your two books which have been very helpful. Thank you for all the tips as always and wishing you all the best in this new year garden season.

[@callmedc]

Happy growing ! Great video as always :)

[@HuwRichards]

Awh thank you and happy growing to you too!:)

[@lindab2516]

Some great ideas! Very helpful

[@teresaoftheandes6279]

Thank you Huw this was very helpful👍

[@xSunshinex4206]

Really good info thanks. I wish those trays were available outside of the UK.

[@michaelmcclafferty3346]

A very helpful video, thanks Huw.

[@HuwRichards]

Pleased to hear it Michael :)

[@sophiahunt6785]

Been in the garden all week .. Seeds sown... Bring on the season...

[@HuwRichards]

CANNOT WAIT!! :D

[@avechristusrex31]

Thanks for great advice!

[@LindaPenney]

Awesome update my friend

[@dn744]

Thanks

[@lovelovinghorses]

Another fabulous video, really informative and making it all feel less overwhelming. Containerwise modules look amazing, I plan to get some when I can 😁

[@HuwRichards]

Awh I am glad to hear it! :) Fingers crossed they will be in stock again soon

[@lovelovinghorses]

@@HuwRichards I share your videos with my 79 Yr old Mum, they, along with Liz and Mark's (self sufficient me) have helped keep her smiling throughout the covid situation 😁

[@lindalee601]

Thank you. Very informative video. 🌻💕🌻💕

[@RiverPlaid]

Thank you Huw, I am from Charleston,SC in the USA and I love your channel.🍄

[@HuwRichards]

Awh amazing Denise thank you so much for watching and commenting! Have a great day😊

[@Benniboy93]

Really useful. Look forward to the rest of the series. Thanks!