MUST-SEE TIPS FOR PLANNING AND PLANTING A FALL GARDEN!

Although we are still experiencing some warm weather, cool-season planting is all that's on our minds. This week we discuss our tips for successful crop rotation in the fall garden.
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[@mikejerrell6641]

I’m a Southern country boy/ Old man. I thought I knew how to grow food, Man, I have learned and continue to learn so much from y’all. I look forward to each episode.

[@gardeningwithhoss]

Thanks for watching and supporting, Mike!

[@tamieboblitt7324]

Just wanted to let you guys no how much I enjoy your show and video s started watching y’all back in February Of this year I have learned a lot I grew okra for the first time this year after watching y’all talk about it I been messing out thanks again hope y’all have a blessed day

[@gardeningwithhoss]

😊

[@selfsufficientsue3307]

Just received my T shirt!! I love it. It’s so soft and comfortable. Thank yall

[@gardeningwithhoss]

Glad you like it!

[@mikaylawheeler8270]

The new t-shirts look Awesome.

[@gardeningwithhoss]

👍

[@mossydogfarm4919]

First I’d like to thank y’all for doing the show and taking the time to help everyone be successful at gardening. My question is should I transplant or direct seed my turnips and radishes? I will be planting all top turnips, purple top turnips and a few different types of radishes.

[@gardeningwithhoss]

Transplant the All Top, direct-seed the radishes and purple tops.

[@MrHackfu]

Can we get a tour of the facilities? I think that would be interesting to see!

[@gardeningwithhoss]

Once we have it all completed, we may make a video tour.

[@Latinacb]

I can’t wait for the micro greens. I have a mango and fig trees in pots and was wondering wen should I plant them in the ground. I live in southeast Texas

[@ETXChris]

I am East tx and also have 2 new fig trees ready to transplant. Great question, Lets hope Travis gets around to answering.

[@gardeningwithhoss]

I wouldn't do it now when it's hot. I would keep nursing them and plant them early next year.

[@Latinacb]

Hoss Tools thank you for answering me. What would you recommend to add to our soil at time of planting the figs

[@markware7748]

Here's a sort of a garden question. Have y'all considered picking up a Brix hygrometer for use on the show to compare the actual relative sweetness of the various melons and other sweet fruits that you grow and discuss? There's a brix hygrometer on Amazon for about $17 that's pretty well reviewed though they also have some spendier models.

[@gardeningwithhoss]

We definitely should consider doing that.

[@jasonwall2512]

Question: First year gardener here and enjoying every minute. Have had a handful of both successes this year and many learning experiences, my questions is if you could give one piece of valuable advice to the greenhorn gardener next spring in 7b what would it be, both Greg and Travis chime in. Thanks for all of the info this year and all that you do.

[@gardeningwithhoss]

The importance of variety selection ...

[@conniegraham7416]

Thank you guys, I enjoy and find your videos informative! I like visuals, the handwritten "plan". .I like the product package of seeds....anything to reduce amount of research us new gardeners need to do. I am a little confused....why Oct 1st to Oct 15th for "ideal sweet spot" cover crops, for zone 8.....or is it 1 1/2 to 2 months before frost? Thank you again!

[@gardeningwithhoss]

Our first frost is usually early December at the earliest. So that gives the cover crop a couple good months of good growth before frost comes. The frosts down here aren't hard enough to kill most winter cover crops, but they will slow the growth a little.

[@tommathews3964]

Always enjoy the show, fellas! Good, solid advice and ideas for those rotations. Very timely. This may be a "new warehouse" question, buy have you given any more thought to carrying some row cover/insect netting supplies? I can stretch pretty deep into winter with just a little protection, like a simple low tunnel. Also be nice to protect some of those warm brassicas I always seem to be late on. As you know, bug pressure down here is horrendous on those guys, especially if you're a little late! Be nice to have some medium weight Agribon and some insect barrier, like ProtekNet or AG -15, on hand, with hoops. I have lost crops both ways in the past! I'm good at that!

[@gardeningwithhoss]

We have considered it. And once we have more room to put new products, we'll probably add it.

[@tommathews3964]

@@gardeningwithhoss Good deal. I'll hold off on my purchase.....

[@amys2664]

Planting onions in the fall is new to me...I’m from Missouri and I’ve only ever planted bulbs in the spring. Are you planting seed in the fall? I’d love to know more about fall onions.

[@gardeningwithhoss]

You can plant onions in the fall if your temps rarely get below 20. If you do get below 20 through the winter, you'll want to wait and plant the following February. Planting from seed will always make larger onions than using bulbs.

[@tmoney6922]

I planted leeks and rutabagas for the first time this year, wow I have been missing the boat. Leeks only have about 2" of eatable section, I have more to learn about them. I always bottom water seedlings and the water will wick all the way to the top.

[@gardeningwithhoss]

Gotta plant the leeks deep and hill them!

[@trentroadcap833]

Love all the content and excellent information you guys provide. And I appreciate the time and effort it must take to produce these videos, especially while running a business and being extensive gardeners yourselves! Travis- do I remember you mentioning that you were developing an app that would provide zone-specific information/resources for gardeners in all zones?

[@gardeningwithhoss]

Yes. We are currently rebuilding our website. Once that is done, we should be able to finish that garden planner feature.

[@trentroadcap833]

Hoss Tools sweet! Can’t wait!

[@thomaseubanks3649]

Gentlemen Thank you for doing what you do!! The show is great and very informative. My question is seed storage. I just recently bought some seeds from Hoss but I also have seeds that I have purchased over time from the big box stores and also try to creat our own seeds when we can. Do you recommend refrigerator or freezer and also during the year with succession plant how would you care for them during that time? Look forward hearing from you. Thank You!! Eric Eubanks -Powder Springs, GA

[@gardeningwithhoss]

Just store them in the fridge.

[@sweetpea6144]

My give away question: Could you review garden tools that can also be used to clean up around flower beds & shrubs? Example: what garden tool can also be used to edge a landscape bed? Thanks

[@gardeningwithhoss]

This tool works awesome for that: hosstools.com/product/hoss-stirrup-hoe/ We should have more in the next couple weeks.

[@j.reneewhite915]

Another beautiful long term winter crop in the brassica family is the Purple Sprouting Broccoli. You plant those in June and harvest in March-April. When I had to remove leaves due to pest damage (which was minimal) I'd give them to the neighbors chickens. They loved it! BTW I love your planning and rotations. It makes total sense to me.

[@karlbinger8346]

Hey Hoss - couple questions to consider for video content: First question is around garden plot sizes. I see a lot of long (100' +) plots using 30" beds but at the same time I see folks like y'all using smaller, but likely more, plots (e.g. 40' x 30'). I'm one personally struggling with redesigning my farm to either use fewer but longer plots (e.g. four 100' x 25' plots) or a lot of smaller plots (e.g. eight 40' x 40' plots). Second question is a probably not worth a video but very curious as to why y'all don't get any beans in the fall? I don't see it on your little Hoss Tools Garden Planner I got from y'all and have not heard you talk about them.

[@gardeningwithhoss]

We like square plots better than long, rectangular plots -- especially for growing corn. But we don't use 30" beds, so that's probably why. We do plant pole beans in the fall. We'll be planting some in the next week or two.

[@dandylyons1987]

How far north are you able to effectively overwinter carrots and onions? I've always spring sown, but it seems like a great way to get a head start on the growing season. I'm in Maryland, Zone 7b. Thanks guys love the show, and love my double wheel hoe and seeder!

[@gardeningwithhoss]

Our overwintered carrots always perform much better than the spring ones, mainly because it can get hot here very quickly in late spring. I'm not sure the northermost distribution for this technique, but it has worked great for us for years.

[@dandylyons1987]

@@gardeningwithhoss Thanks!

[@hannahmiller3065]

Are there any herbs we can add to fall gardens? I'm in zone 7b. Love the show!

[@gardeningwithhoss]

Sure. Cilantro and Basil are great for cooler seasons.

[@mikaylawheeler8270]

My Mothers comment/question : Would you consider adding a more colorful autumn seed collection, including things like: purple cauliflower, red cabbage, red and yellow carrots, mixed variety of radishes, and strip beets ,along with spinach, kale, etc. ?. #DoTell😁

[@gardeningwithhoss]

Not a bad idea at all!

[@myrurallife_official]

One tool you sell that I dont think i have ever seen featured is the disc harrow. What would you say is the best use for this attachment? I really like mine, but I usually weigh it down with a chunk of concrete.

[@gardeningwithhoss]

It works good for breaking up a soil crust after direct seeding, so that germination isn't affected by the crust. It also works well for "raking in" a cover crop that was hand spread.

[@daverobbins9587]

Greg mentioned that he has grown a fall tomato crop in the past. I was thinking about trying some in zone 8a this year. Any tips or suggestion on growing tomatoes in the fall for zone 8a? Cheers, Dave

[@gardeningwithhoss]

Just don't have the same expectations as you would in spring. You can make a decent crop though.

[@BishopSteve]

For those of us who get some freezing weather, what is the best way to set up irrigation to drain so it doesn’t freeze. If it’s frozen you can’t water the next day.

[@gardeningwithhoss]

The great thing about drip tape is that it empties flat very well. So there shouldn't be hardly any water in it. Also, if you bury it, the ground will insulate it.

[@KansasGardenGuy]

Here in Kansas some of us plant our onions in fall and some wait till spring . What is the difference? Just when to harvest versus size?

[@gardeningwithhoss]

You'll make larger onions if you plant in fall and overwinter.

[@msadams2009]

Whats your recommendations on seed storage? I've got some seeds that I am saving for next year and just want to make sure they are still going to be as good as new when I get them out next year. I've been told that they should be kept in the fridge? Whats your thoughts on that? Hope y'all are stayin safe! Much love from Kentucky!!

[@gardeningwithhoss]

Keep them in the fridge.

[@kellypage1673]

Hey y’all! We just added two full loads of top soil on top of our cover crops from y’all and we are about to till it all in! What else should we do to get ready for our fall garden? Thank y’all in advance!

[@gardeningwithhoss]

Sounds like a great plan.

[@aviswhitfield8311]

Do you see any advantage to mounding up or hilling up rows before planting root crops like carrots, onions and potatoes? I know one disadvantage is more labor intensive weed control because you won’t be able to get as close with the wheel hoe. Thanks for all the great info.

[@gardeningwithhoss]

The only advantage is if you have too much rainfall.

[@sowservesave9037]

Here's my question: The blight is really bad here in Northern Illinois. My tomato's are about done, but my peppers were just getting started. Never dealt with blight on the fruit and it's not pleasant. At this point in the season is it worth fighting to keep them producing? I was hoping to wait for the color to get on them but the sizes are pretty good. Space is precious to me, and I'm ready to put in my fall crop. Thanks.

[@gardeningwithhoss]

Might be time to throw in the towel. No sense in providing a breeding ground for disease or insects.

[@TheMachiningman]

Will you ever offer domes for the 162 trays?

[@gardeningwithhoss]

Probably not.

[@sheilaarmstrong2743]

Can I plant broccoli in a green stalk planter also Brussels sprouts in a green stalk . I have weedy clay soil for in ground planting.

[@gardeningwithhoss]

Broccoli, probably. Although the heads might not get that large. I dont' think Brussels Sprouts would have enough room.

[@mpobedinsky]

Do you have any tips on controlling mosquitos in the garden without pesticides? This is my first year growing a vegetable garden (in VA), but it has been very tough tending to it because I get bitten a lot when out there.

[@gardeningwithhoss]

I have a large Rosemary bush near my garden that seems to help.

[@paulamiller8387]

Do you have a physical store? I've ordered online but would love to see your store.

[@gardeningwithhoss]

We do not have a physical storefront just an office and warehouse where customers can come buy items from the warehouse.

[@paulamiller8387]

@@gardeningwithhoss thank you for your response. If I ever make it that way I sure will look you guys up. Love your videos.

[@teresaday-fickel5876]

When are the Texas Legend seeds going to be in stock?

[@gardeningwithhoss]

We should have more in October.

[@cbaker1330]

Do ya'll use row covers for your brassica's to help with insect pressure? Also, why or why not?

[@gardeningwithhoss]

We don't. We've found that we can manage the pests pretty well through crop rotation and organic products like Neem, B.t. and Hort. Oil in the fall.

[@kelseyhudspeth1384]

Question: I am starting fall transplants this year for the first time in southeast Texas, zone 8b. I had previously believed I needed to do this indoors because it would be too hot outside for good germination and seedling development of brassicas, lettuce, etc. I see y’all starting everything in your greenhouse though. I don’t have a greenhouse, but would you recommend starting indoors under a light or outside in a partly covered area?

[@gardeningwithhoss]

You can do it outside in direct sun as long as you can keep them sufficiently watered. Partial shade will likely cause them to be leggy.

[@doreenh2763]

?Can you sell the 48 cells as a stand along? Looks to be sturdy plastic that will last my lifetime. Are the insert just as sturdy? I couldn’t tell from the show. Thanks.

[@gardeningwithhoss]

We will soon. They are very sturdy and should last a very long time.

[@kellynagel2495]

Hey guys! Quick question, is it necessary to cover brassica family vegetables in the fall like you do in the spring? First time fall gardening for me!

[@gardeningwithhoss]

We've never covered ours. If you have broccoli or cauliflower heads that are almost ready, you'd want to cover them if there was a risk of frost.

[@wallacecommunitycollegenur1665]

Should all seeds be stored in the refrigerator or just after you've opened them? Thanks, Claudia

[@gardeningwithhoss]

Good practice to keep them all in a cool storage. Our seed room is in the 60s at all times. That's what they're used to.

[@wallacecommunitycollegenur1665]

@@gardeningwithhoss Thank you

[@michaelmorris1802]

Hey guys... need some more knowledge... On the brass siphon when I mix up a batch of 20/20/20 to fertilize my seedlings if I don't use it all at one watering, can I put a lid on it, and just let it set for a couple of days or do I need to just mix up exactly what I need?

[@gardeningwithhoss]

You can leave it in the bucket. We do the same thing.

[@kcconaty5270]

Hi, thanks for sharing great information, new 1st time small garden with containers, not so good, but learning, and want to try the cool season crops. What do you suggest to grow? I have some seeds of broccoli, cauliflower, onion, garlic,? What do you think of planting in the ground? TKU 🙏🏼

[@gardeningwithhoss]

Add collards, kale, rutabagas, beets and kohlrabi to that lineup.

[@kcconaty5270]

Hoss Tools Thank you very much 👍

[@walterham7603]

I'm located in S.E. Georgia around Statesboro. I followed Greg's advice and got a soil sample done by the county agent. The results said that my pH was low( 5.6-5.7). They gave me a prescription for adding lime, and I've done that for the area my fall garden will be planted and will do the rest when I transition between warm and cool season cover crops. The results also say my soil is high in phosphorus and they recommend that I use a 15-0-15 fertilizer when next I plant. I had planned on using your 20-20-20 this fall and in the spring. My question is- will using your 20-20-20 hurt my soil? Can you have too much phosphorus in your soil? I have only been planting this area for the last two years and have never used a fertilizer with more than a 10 percent rating so maybe my soil is just naturally high in phosphorus. What do you think?

[@gardeningwithhoss]

Might want to take their recommendation and go with the 15-0-15 until things are more balanced.

[@laurenhowell1347]

Starting a new plot next year. The soil has never been worked before. Should I disk it this fall and put a cold cover crop on it, if so what? Zone 7a dealing with basic weeds and grass.

[@gardeningwithhoss]

Yes. Clover is a great cool-season option for weed suppression.

[@amberlester8326]

Question: I live in Mississippi, zone 7B. What are the best cover crops for clay soil?

[@gardeningwithhoss]

Tillage Radish works awesome for clay soil.

[@nancymcmillan1673]

Can I use the buckwheat seed used for cover-cropping to grow my buckwheat microgreens?

[@gardeningwithhoss]

Yep, same stuff.

[@nevaleestone3237]

Do you have specific cover crops relative to the crops you plan on following them with?

[@gardeningwithhoss]

Not really. Our choice of cover crop really just depends on our time frame and what we're wanting for the soil in that particular plot.

[@thewildingslanding]

What variety of corn would you recommend for Fall planting in zone 9b? Light frost possible around December 1, more likely to be mid January, if we get one at all. Thanks again! I plan on ordering my Fall seeds when the Elephant Garlic comes in.

[@gardeningwithhoss]

We'll be growing Providence, but any of them will do fine in the fall.

[@thewildingslanding]

@@gardeningwithhoss, I was super impressed with the Avalon with the Spring/Summer planting.

[@lovemymatthew2000]

What type of cover crops would be good in a raised bed? They don’t get tilled....

[@gardeningwithhoss]

For the cool-season, hairy vetch would be an easy one to terminate in a raised bed.

[@karen-hillshomestead]

Question for next week: I transplanted a bunch of my fall tomato seedlings into the garden a couple of days ago and the next night we had a strong rainstorm that splashed soil up onto the leaves because I have not had a chance to mulch yet. Is it important to wash the soil off the leaves or is it OK to leave the soil on the leaves? I am in SW Florida, zone 10a.

[@gardeningwithhoss]

It should dry and fall off naturally.

[@karen-hillshomestead]

Hoss Tools Thanks! 😊

[@lauraellington2011]

what is the best way to water drip a garden that is 100' deep x 200' wide with a 10 foot path in the middle leading in and out of 2 gates to have a UTV hauling a small pull behind trailer? Also should I have more than one fertilizer tank? perhaps a fertilizer tank and drip irrigation lines per each side of garden?

[@gardeningwithhoss]

You'd just need one fertilizer injector, which will sit at your well. Then you can move the water hose to each plot which will feed it.

[@mikaylawheeler8270]

Would you also consider a fall seed collection of a Halloween/fall pumpkin mix ?. #DoTell.

[@gardeningwithhoss]

Yes we would.

[@stevencarter1095]

When cover cropping is it better to till it in or lay it down for nitrogen production

[@gardeningwithhoss]

You can do either. Sometimes we'll till it in the soil if we are looking for a quick turnover for another vegetable planting. And sometimes we'll lay it down and tarp it if we have a little while before the next vegetable planting.

[@mikedudley1079]

Do you have to follow up with a different family or is it possible to let land rest and plant same family again? Also can a cover crop be planted in between a single family? Thanks

[@gardeningwithhoss]

Cover crops can certainly help reduce the rotation time. Letting it "rest" will help too, but I still think a year between families in the same spot is a good practice to keep.

[@totalfamilyhealthcare133]

Can I plant onion seed and leave it in all winter up to mature through the following summer?

[@gardeningwithhoss]

If your winter temps rarely get below 20 degrees, you can.

[@sheilaarmstrong2743]

Do I start onions from seed now in zone 8a

[@gardeningwithhoss]

If you're planning on overwintering them, yes.

[@ljmike5519]

Cover crops. Do you plant prior to winter and let them grow until they don't or do you grow them a certain amount of time then mow and cover?

[@gardeningwithhoss]

For cool-season cover crops, we plant them in the fall and they grow throughout the winter here. We'll cut them and incorporate them in late winter/early spring when they begin to flower. In more northern areas, harsh winter conditions will terminate them.

[@lindakangas1045]

Ok here is my question. I have 3 acres,but very little is flat. I've run out of flat ground. Will your drip tape work on a decline of 10 to 15 degrees?

[@gardeningwithhoss]

It can be done, but you might notice a little uneven water distribution as the pressure will drop as you move up the hill.

[@todddempsey2973]

My question is there a chance that use will start selling in Australia and if not how do i go about buy my seeds for hoss tools and shipping them here cheers mates Todd

[@gardeningwithhoss]

We have an international checkout feature on our site that allows us to ship anywhere in the world.

[@atozwildliferemovle]

Do y’all trellis your English peas ?

[@gardeningwithhoss]

Yes. Our Hortonova trellis netting works great for that.

[@oleman490]

kinda off the video content but do have a question. When you use drip tape for irrigation do you cover tabe or lay on top of ground? Oh:: salad made me hungry......

[@gardeningwithhoss]

We bury it.

[@barbaraengle768]

Is it to late to start broccoli and cauliflower seeds in Hazlehurst Georgia

[@gardeningwithhoss]

No, you have plenty of time. I will start my first planting Sept. 1st.

[@lannycurtsinger6879]

Loved the show a lot of helpful information. What type of sunflower can you use for micro greens

[@gardeningwithhoss]

Just your standard Black Oil sunflower works good. We'll have those on the site very soon.

[@sydneydbrooks]

Great show! It’s my first year growing beets here in zone 8b. I’ve heard you say you transplant them. Can you go through the processes and what they like for fertilizer afterwards. Thanks guys!

[@gardeningwithhoss]

Sure. We have several videos on transplanting beets, but will likely do more this year.

[@robertgray8304]

which axe would be better for busting kindeling

[@gardeningwithhoss]

That hatchet is the ticket for kindling.

[@eugeniapoulos8634]

Are you supplies made in USA ? We as a nation need to think about it Thank you

[@gardeningwithhoss]

Most of them are. However, some of our seed starting trays and domes are made in England.

[@jeremyedgeworth9087]

What is the best method for direct sowing carrots? Do you use the seeder or just strow them out and rake them in?

[@gardeningwithhoss]

We have lots of videos showing how we direct-seed them by hand.

[@jeremyedgeworth9087]

Hoss Tools. Great I will go back in the videos and find one.

[@ericboutwell3413]

Are there determinate and indeterminate varieties of potatoes

[@gardeningwithhoss]

Not in the same sense as there are with tomatoes. "determinate" potatoes are just early maturing varieties.

[@debbiewatkins9374]

how much time do you allow for seedling to grow in seed trays so that they reach a good transplant size?

[@gardeningwithhoss]

As long as they need so that we can pull on the stem and easily remove them from the tray. That usually takes 4-6 weeks depending on the crop.

[@myrurallife_official]

Are all of the seeds listed as hybrids in your store, F1 hybrids? Or are any of them stabilized?

[@gardeningwithhoss]

We have a wide selection of F1 hybrids and heirloom/open-pollinated varieties. Each product page should provide that information for each variety.

[@jimhammond3607]

How far apart do you plant your fig trees?

[@gardeningwithhoss]

I think about 20' is appropriate considering how large they'll eventually get. However, I planted most of mine about 10' apart because I intend on taking lots of cuttings from them.

[@fishermanfund]

I was wondering how to make you zinnia have a good stand on them. Mine flopped over this year. First time growing them.

[@gardeningwithhoss]

It helps to prune them heavily initially so the plants are more bushy instead of tall and susceptible to falling.

[@denisevance1045]

do you recomend keeping ALL our seeds in the refrigerator?

[@gardeningwithhoss]

Yes.

[@pamelaupchurch1174]

Are there any fall crops that like a sandy soil?

[@gardeningwithhoss]

We have sandy soils and they all seem to like it. Just make sure you put down some good compost and/or are able to fertilize them well. Sandy soils don't retain nutrients very well.

[@Pine-uc7pm]

Do you have a nursery and store on site to shop from?

[@gardeningwithhoss]

We don't have a public storefront -- online only.

[@kelliwebb2870]

When is the best time to fall plant in zone 10a (Southwest Florida)?

[@gardeningwithhoss]

Probably late October.

[@kelliwebb2870]

Thank you!

[@nealbourdess9931]

So I heard from another KZbinr that once your onion leaves start to fall over you're supposed to trim it off and make it where it don't fall over to get a big onion is that true or false

[@gardeningwithhoss]

The more vegetation you have in the "vegetative phase," the larger the bulb you'll get in the "bulbing phase." You can sneak a few for garnish or topping, but I wouldn't recommend trimming them.

[@Pine-uc7pm]

I’ve been noticing tomato plants for sale in zone 8b, is this a good time to plant tomatoes? ( new to the south) 🙂

[@gardeningwithhoss]

You could.

[@donnastormer9652]

I have a question for you concerning cover crop. Does the Marigold plant as well as the blossom deter insects? I have a lot of marigold seeds that I thought about using as a cover crop in a new plot, I’d have to till it in pre bloom and Im hoping the decomposing plant may work on interrupting the pests life cycle . Have you heard of any reason why I should not try this? Thanks!

[@gardeningwithhoss]

Not sure if it's the flowers or the actual plant that deters insects, but would be worth a shot.

[@donnastormer9652]

Hoss Tools your always fast on a reply. Much appreciated!

[@michaelblais7638]

Eat your beet greens fools!... the best mild spinach you’ll ever eat and loaded with vitamins!

[@gardeningwithhoss]

Will have to try them this fall.

[@justingross336]

When starting fall transplants Can it be too hot for plants to germinate Broccoli, cabbage & cauliflower done well But lettuce and spinach didn’t germinate I’m in zone 6b Thanks

[@gardeningwithhoss]

Yes, especially with lettuce and spinach. They don't germinate well in really warm soils.

[@TalkingThreadsMedia]

Will you be selling Muscadine plants in 2021? Kate in Olympia, WA - 8/27/2020

[@gardeningwithhoss]

Not likely. It could be a few years before we decide to get into the plant game.

[@barbaraengle768]

Where can I get a copy of that chart please 🌱

[@gardeningwithhoss]

We don't have a printable copy, you will have to do a screenshot.

[@msmarygardner]

I plant my elephant garlic in the same spot every year. When I harvest it I take the biggest & the best and place it right back in the ground! Been doing it for 4 hrs now. I have the best crop ever! (I do mulch it heavily though) I’m in N Fla. Do you start your leeks in seed trays?

[@gardeningwithhoss]

Yes we start leeks in our 338 trays.

[@msmarygardner]

Hoss Tools ~ Tks! Just curious...could you tell us what you direct seed yourselves as I’m in zone 8b as well. I know carrots, radish, turnips, rutabaga, some lettuces, collards, cilantro, you do. What else? I also love how you put on your seed info, when to plant Elephant Garlic in the different zones, Tks!

[@alohaann6106]

Oh... almost forgot. When showing your great new collectible tin for storing seeds you mentioned storing them in the fridge. Dumb questions.... unused seeds should be stored in the fridge? No fear of condensation? No concern for a collectible tin slowly rusting?

[@gardeningwithhoss]

I don't think it would rust. Put them in the low/no humidity drawer.

[@alohaann6106]

@@gardeningwithhoss Alright... Alright ... Alright. Low humidity drawer it is. Thanks!

[@thelittlelearningfarm622]

Your bottom seed trays are out of stock. I just bought the actual seed trays. Any suggestions on what to use on the bottom until we can get some of your tray bottoms?

[@gardeningwithhoss]

We should have them back in stock within the next week.

[@thelittlelearningfarm622]

Hoss Tools thank you

[@preppedforeternityhomestea2848]

Enjoyed the show. Question does 🥛 milk really help powdery mildew. We have heard this is there any truth to it? Thanks for helping us beginning gardeners. Bless You

[@gardeningwithhoss]

We like to drink our milk. Never sprayed it on any plants.

[@tonyastewart471]

Was wondering if you have a hard time keeping fire ants out of your gardens, as we do? If so, what do you do or recommend?

[@gardeningwithhoss]

We don't because of our frequent, shallow cultivation strategy. Ants do not like frequent disturbance.

[@TalkingThreadsMedia]

Wow -- the hatchets and double-headed axe -- NICE! Have you been getting recipes for the cookbook? Kate in Olympia, WA -- 8/27/2020

[@gardeningwithhoss]

Yes we have!

[@RhinoDNA]

Why can't I just order Pro Mix from your webssite?

[@gardeningwithhoss]

We no longer sell Pro-Mix. We are waiting for our bulk order of our new seed starting mix to be delivered.

[@RhinoDNA]

@@gardeningwithhoss Honestly, I didn't expect a response to my question, but THANK YOU SO MUCH! I've become addicted to the Row by Row Show...live in the Deep South coastal area (Zone 9a) and am a beginner gardener...sort of. I'll be watching for that new seed starting mix for my spring seed starts next Dec. and Jan. Thanks again!

[@billyrstewart3279]

How often would y’all recommend doing a soil test on garden spots From a 1/2 - 2 acre spot. Tks

[@gardeningwithhoss]

Twice a year should be sufficient.

[@davidjosey8468]

If anybody out there can help me? I'm trying to figure out what's going on with my squash plants. It's got to be some kind of nutrients deficiency. They have started turning the veins on the leaf White. And gradually taking over couple of leaves on each plant. And it's not white powdery mildew. If there's anybody out there can tell me what's going on and how to fix it real quick these things are probably 8 in high right now.

[@gardeningwithhoss]

Might need some N-P-K or micronutrients. Our MicroBoost can help turn them around if it isn't too late.

[@johnmullis6589]

I like how sturdy those trays are but getting the transplants out of them because they're so stiff can be a problem sometimes

[@gardeningwithhoss]

If you can't tug on the stem and pull them right from the trays, they're not ready to go in the ground.

[@johnmullis6589]

@@gardeningwithhoss ya i know I have been pushing my garden for maximum productivity I have been two weeks from sowing to in the ground and that includes getting them hardened off

[@ranbec3237]

I'm in Arkansas, do you think it would be better to grow broccoli in 5 gallon buckets or direct seed to my garden?

[@gardeningwithhoss]

Start from transplants, then plant them wherever you'd like.