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| Issue #246 - February 25, 2010 | |||||||
![]() Spring Seed Starting
If the warm February weather has gotten you excited to get back into the garden, indoor seed starting is a great way to scratch that itch.
While it's not the same as being outside working in the soil, starting seeds indoors can pass the time until spring arrives in full force.Now is a great time to start perennials like Delphinium, Lavender and Coneflower, as well as biennials like Hollyhock, Sweet William and Canterbury Bells. By starting your own perennial seeds you can coax beautiful blooms this season (instead of waiting the typical two growing seasons) while sharing the satisfaction and anticipation with the entire family. Plus, don't forget about starting vegetable seeds too! A few tools that we find handy to help ensure success include:
Jiffy GreenhousesStart your seeds quickly and easily with Jiffy greenhouses. The watertight base and dome are both made from recyclable plastic and the greenhouses are available in a wide range of sizes to fit your seed starting needs. Heated Grow Mats Help improve the germination of your seeds by using a heated grow mat. Simply plug the mat in, place your seed containers on top and let the added warmth speed up the process. Heated grow mats are perfect for homes that stay cooler during the winter.
Country Cottage Seed StarterA specially formulated soil-less mix that promotes superior seed germination, Country Cottage Seed Starter is a lightweight, loose and fertile choice that will yield terrific results. Thanks to these easy-to-use products, anyone can start planting seeds right away. Visit us and get started with this fantastic hobby!
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