STARTING SEEDS INDOORS & What Works EVERY Time!

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  • čas přidán 21. 07. 2024
  • Today I'm starting seeds indoors. Learn how to start seeds indoors, when to sow seeds inside, what works and doesn't work, and seed starting mistakes to avoid! If you're a beginner or a gardener who struggles to find his/her green thumb, this video will be all you need to get started & sow seeds successfully.
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Komentáře • 510

  • @OliviaLovesPugs
    @OliviaLovesPugs Před rokem +163

    I like to use red solo cups; they are cheap, reusable, and deep so they give the roots more room and hold more moisture, meaning I don’t have to up pot before transplanting into their final homes. I start multiple seeds in red solo cups and then divide the seedlings out so that they each have their own cup, or remove the extra seedlings from the cups so that there is one plant per cup, and it works well for me.

    • @barbaradouglass7324
      @barbaradouglass7324 Před rokem +3

      I do the same. 😊

    • @BunnyBarnFarm
      @BunnyBarnFarm Před rokem +3

      My exact method! It's so perfect!

    • @NowGardening
      @NowGardening  Před rokem +6

      Yes, they work great too. You reminded me that I tried to do this when I first started growing indoors here in France. The only thing available at that time was tiny plastic cups that we would serve preschoolers with in the US lol I think Solo cups might be available on Amazon nowadays but haven’t checked since I have all my supplies now.

    • @OliviaLovesPugs
      @OliviaLovesPugs Před rokem +1

      @@NowGardening ahh, I see, totally makes sense. Use what you can get your hands on! Here in Canada you can buy a big pack of red solo cups for cheap and you can find them easily around here, so it makes a lot of sense for me to use them in my situation.

    • @jwstanley2645
      @jwstanley2645 Před rokem

      Solo cups are generally good and less expensive than some alternatives. I wish Solo made them in more sizes. I've seen the 12 oz, (360 ml) and 1 oz. (30 ml) sizes, but still, one need not use the whole cup, eh?

  • @danthompson1m
    @danthompson1m Před rokem +11

    "We're not burying treasure here." LOL!! Nice channel - like learning basic gardening from a friendly neighbor, with great bone structure.

    • @NowGardening
      @NowGardening  Před rokem

      Ha, your comment made me laugh. I’m glad you’re enjoying the videos

  • @LisaV751
    @LisaV751 Před rokem +37

    This is a great video because it’s simple, it’s not too long and it’s right to the point. And it makes me feel much better about not spending a lot on expensive seed starting containers.

    • @NowGardening
      @NowGardening  Před rokem +1

      That’s great to hear. Thank you and here’s to lots of great harvests this year.

  • @randallshuck2976
    @randallshuck2976 Před rokem +49

    One way I toughen up my plant sets is to set up a fan set on low that will blow across the plants and then rotate the trays of plants once a day. The movement that the fanned air causes seems to make the plants stronger, but you have to watch the dryness of the soil.

    • @NowGardening
      @NowGardening  Před rokem +9

      Great tip. I mention fans in one of my videos on seedlings, and you’re right, it helps strengthen the plant and get them ready for the real-world conditions of the garden. I’ve seen that wind can be a big killer for transplanted seedlings if they’re not prepped beforehand.

  • @janicemorelock5791
    @janicemorelock5791 Před rokem +22

    I use solo cups as well, but I cut the bottom out of one and set it in another solo cup. When its time to go to the garden, I prepare a hole that will fit the solo cup, then set the one with the bottom cut out into the hole. Not disturbing the roots at all and my transplants do really well.

    • @NowGardening
      @NowGardening  Před rokem +1

      Thanks for sharing your experience, Janice. I just saw this on another CZcams channel last week and absolutely love this idea! I’ve added solo cups to my list to buy when I go the US next month, so I can try it. I can’t get them over here in France.

    • @michellemelom7663
      @michellemelom7663 Před rokem

      Love this!

  • @OCDishChick
    @OCDishChick Před rokem +23

    Hi Valerie!
    I love the clear see-through containers. I’m nosy and like to see what’s happening under the soil. 😂
    Thanks for the tips and tricks!

    • @NowGardening
      @NowGardening  Před rokem +2

      Me too! I even tried see-through food-grade buckets last year for a container experiment, but the plastic couldn’t take the sun and heat and broke before the season was out

  • @jdawg1835
    @jdawg1835 Před rokem +24

    I agree about the peat pots. I've dug them up the following season and they look pretty much like when I planted them. Even after throwing them in the compost bin they take a while to break down. I wouldn't recommend them, but if you have some lying around that you want to use try this. When you up pot, gently tear the bottoms out, then tear one side down all the way. Make sure that they are good and wet when you do this. Then you can plant the whole thing with minimal shock to the root system.
    I love the reduce, recycle, reuse! Most of us already have these things in our homes.

    • @NowGardening
      @NowGardening  Před rokem +2

      Thanks for the tip, Jason. I just discovered an unused 10-pack of them yesterday and was trying to thing of how I could use them instead of throwing them away.

    • @steveandrews8301
      @steveandrews8301 Před rokem +5

      @@NowGardening I've seen, and done this, years ago - making my own small, square seed starting pots (up to 4 inches size), with nothing but newspaper folded into the correct shape. You can directly plop these biodegradable containers in the ground and the roots will push through the thin paper as needed. I'll try to find the link, brb..

    • @steveandrews8301
      @steveandrews8301 Před rokem

      @@NowGardeningHere is the first one that pulled up on youtube - there are others under this topic, as well. Cheers! czcams.com/video/7dlGQP81yfo/video.html

  • @TheSuburbanGardenista
    @TheSuburbanGardenista Před rokem +22

    Totally agree re: the "biodegradable" pots - they might be biodegradable over years, but they limit seedling growth for sure - sometimes I'll even find them still clinging on at the end of the season when I'm cleaning things up or even in the ground still hanging on the following year!

    • @NowGardening
      @NowGardening  Před rokem +3

      I’m stunned that they sell them as something to plant directly. I went back and looked at the package to see if perhaps they just meant biodegradable in the big scheme of things, but right on the packaging was a picture of someone transplanting them into their garden.

    • @jwstanley2645
      @jwstanley2645 Před rokem +3

      I think the degrading pots/cups are a poor execution of a good idea. Too often they are either too weak for the seedling stage or too strong/lasting for the grow-out stage (as you say). I would like to see some R&D here, especially with trials of wheat paste or corn paste-based papier-mâché. Still, the problem is that delicate balance of strong enough for the seedling stage while dissolving quickly in the ground at the grow-out stage. Thanks for adding your comment.

    • @TheSuburbanGardenista
      @TheSuburbanGardenista Před rokem

      @@jwstanley2645agree! Go for it R&D folks! We need something just right! Not too weak, but something that will degrade soon enough to avoid inhibiting growth! And go!

  • @BlueJay86
    @BlueJay86 Před rokem +1

    You're extremely helpful! 🌹🤗💓 Thank you for sharing your tips with us!💓

  • @jwstanley2645
    @jwstanley2645 Před rokem +1

    Thanks for the good ideas, concepts, attitudes, and advice.

  • @ashleyhillman5522
    @ashleyhillman5522 Před rokem +1

    Thanks for all these great tips! It’s encouraging to see results too.

    • @NowGardening
      @NowGardening  Před rokem

      You are so welcome. Good luck with your seed starting!

  • @benoitpiche5941
    @benoitpiche5941 Před rokem +1

    I love this video and fully agree with your ideas.

  • @laurastreet7600
    @laurastreet7600 Před 27 dny

    Thank you so much for sharing your wisdom! I tried the peat pots- found it’s not my favorite but tried it again because it’s suppose to be convenient. I will try more plastic- I was even thinking if deli lunch meat containers would work. I’ll have to try some of your plastic ideas! Thank you again!

  • @estee9999
    @estee9999 Před rokem +1

    Tak, ten film był bardzo pomocny:) Dziękuję.

  • @Donohomestead
    @Donohomestead Před rokem +1

    Thank you for sharing what doesn't work. I leave a couple of think I never thought of..👏👏👏👏👏

    • @NowGardening
      @NowGardening  Před rokem

      Awesome, glad it helped and thanks for your comment 😊

  • @KebunOrganikfhani
    @KebunOrganikfhani Před rokem

    Thanks for sharing Val 👍

  • @PatriciaWalsh-nh6mq
    @PatriciaWalsh-nh6mq Před rokem +1

    Thanks for your great suggestions!
    Pat W.

  • @MB-hz7wm
    @MB-hz7wm Před 11 měsíci +1

    What a great video. Love the tip on clear containers for viewing growth phases.

    • @NowGardening
      @NowGardening  Před 11 měsíci

      Thanks for your comment. I hope you're off to a great start.

  • @CornerTalker
    @CornerTalker Před rokem

    Love your `fridge magnets.

  • @kangtani_indonesia
    @kangtani_indonesia Před rokem +1

    Information that is very useful for sowing seeds is very useful for my agricultural inspiration

    • @NowGardening
      @NowGardening  Před rokem

      Glad to hear that. Good luck with your garden

  • @kadarszandra8141
    @kadarszandra8141 Před rokem +1

    We are not burring treasure hahahahahah. Thank you! This was great.

  • @riaagarwal6840
    @riaagarwal6840 Před rokem +2

    Love that you reuse and also use your own seeds

    • @NowGardening
      @NowGardening  Před rokem

      Thank you. I’m a huge fan of saving seeds and reusing plastic just makes good sense 😊

  • @dvssayer5621
    @dvssayer5621 Před rokem +1

    thank you! im about to try this year and you just saved me some money!

    • @NowGardening
      @NowGardening  Před rokem

      Glad I could help! Good luck and I’d love to hear how your first year goes!

  • @asmrrelaxationtv8673
    @asmrrelaxationtv8673 Před rokem +2

    Wonderful Content. Thank You For Sharing. Have a Nice Day!❤👍

  • @tkjho
    @tkjho Před rokem +2

    Easiest way to germinate seeds - soak a bunch of seeds in water for 1/2 to 1 day, then fish the seeds out and put them into an empty disposable water bottle, add a few drops of water if necessary, put the cap back on and put it in a warm place. The water would condense near the top and drop back down to keep the seeds moist. After a week or so, rinse out the seedlings and replant in soil.

  • @HomeHarvestCo
    @HomeHarvestCo Před rokem +1

    Great video! Your tips on how to start seeds indoors are really practical and easy to follow.

    • @NowGardening
      @NowGardening  Před rokem

      Thanks for watching and taking the time to leave a comment.

  • @stephensmalldridge9504
    @stephensmalldridge9504 Před rokem +1

    Thank you, your straight forward approach just made me your newest subscriber

    • @NowGardening
      @NowGardening  Před rokem

      My pleasure. Welcome to my channel, and thanks for your comment.

  • @nodoboho
    @nodoboho Před 4 měsíci

    Great, concise and informative guide. Also, love your refrigerator magnets 1:24

  • @salemthorup9536
    @salemthorup9536 Před rokem +15

    Just recently found you. I love your channel. I love how short, but very informative your videos are. I'm an intermediate skill level gardener. You're concise, but provide important details. I feel confident after I watch a video that I'll be able to do the things you show and have an idea what I'm doing.

    • @NowGardening
      @NowGardening  Před rokem

      Hi Salem, your message made my day. Thanks for taking the time to send it, and I’m happy to hear my videos are helpful to you. I hope you have an amazing gardening year ahead!

  • @joselynrosario5265
    @joselynrosario5265 Před rokem +1

    Thank you! I loved your video, I always thought plastic containers wasn't good but you changed my mind. I just suscribed.

    • @NowGardening
      @NowGardening  Před rokem

      You’re welcome. So glad it was helpful. Thanks for subscribing and good luck with your seed starting !

  • @lanialost1320
    @lanialost1320 Před rokem +12

    Thank you! Just subbed. I also believe in reusing and repurposing. Your tips here and in your other vids have been a great help in understanding why my beginner veggie garden -- and trying to start seeds indoors -- was a flop last season. You get to the point without needless rambling, and have a most articulate way of speaking.

    • @NowGardening
      @NowGardening  Před rokem

      Thank you for your comment and for subbing. I hope this will be your year for getting a garden started. Once you have a few successes, you’ll love it. Our first attempt here years ago was a disaster, but we changed a few things and it’s been great since. Good luck and thanks again!

  • @skybot9998
    @skybot9998 Před rokem +1

    I'm new to gardening and found this helpful thanks.

    • @NowGardening
      @NowGardening  Před rokem +1

      I’m happy to hear that and best of luck getting started.

  • @angelasheppard7197
    @angelasheppard7197 Před rokem +2

    I like the idea of reusing containers. Thanks

  • @jewdy8915
    @jewdy8915 Před rokem +4

    This is all exactly what I do. The first few months of the year, I save all the plastic clamshell containers and dairy product packaging. I run most of it through the dishwasher to sterilize it and the lids make excellent “coasters” for their repurposed container to catch any water that drains out. Eggs come in clear plastic clamshells at Costco. I cut off the lid and stack it with the bottom to reinforce it as one layer is not super sturdy. You could use another layer from a different clamshell to be the “coaster” as they come with no holes and the other half as a “humidity dome” for itty bitty stuff like lobelia or stuff you start a lot of like brassicas & greens.

    • @NowGardening
      @NowGardening  Před rokem

      Smart ideas and creative too. I love it. Ive used the lids too, first as a cover to help seeds germinate and then as a coaster like you do. We don’t have plastic egg cartons over here, but the double stacking idea is a good one for some cheap trays I have that are too flimsy to use on their own.

  • @BARBSCOUNTRYHOME999
    @BARBSCOUNTRYHOME999 Před rokem +6

    Great tips Valerie.. I use old carry out containers too! 🌱

    • @NowGardening
      @NowGardening  Před rokem +2

      Love that, Barb. I like my reused stuff better than any trays or kits I’ve bought through the years.

  • @tokiohotel0005
    @tokiohotel0005 Před rokem +1

    Great video.

  • @vaughnslavin9784
    @vaughnslavin9784 Před rokem +1

    Thank you! Great information!

  • @ImmaHippster
    @ImmaHippster Před 4 měsíci +3

    Super helpful and one of the only videos that is doing what I want to do. I have been collecting blueberry containers and my take out and random trays and that’s what I want to use. So many other videos have fancy this and that but I just know I can do it this way. Thanks for sharing and I will be following you advice on setting them on top of the fridge. I was pondering about where to put the little seeds to be warm, the fridge is the perfect idea. Thank you

    • @NowGardening
      @NowGardening  Před 4 měsíci +1

      Thanks for your comment. I’m so glad to hear this video was helpful. Simple is best from what I’ve found over the years. I wish you a wonderful growing season ahead.

  • @avagrego3195
    @avagrego3195 Před rokem +1

    very helpful and just in time for my area seed planting, thank you

    • @NowGardening
      @NowGardening  Před rokem

      Glad it was helpful. Good luck with your seed starting

  • @clivesconundrumgarden
    @clivesconundrumgarden Před rokem +4

    Awesomeness Val!! You know, we're big fans of frugality!!
    We got almost all our Trays, pots and mats last June. Everyone around here buys their starts from a garden center, 1 week later, all those items are in their recycling bin on the curb, waiting for a good home 😁😁😁
    I wanna plant some more stuff now !!
    Cheers J&C 🌱😁🌱

    • @NowGardening
      @NowGardening  Před rokem +1

      That’s so cool and I appreciate that about you guys. I enjoy seeing the second life you give to things. I picked up canning jars off the recycling corner today. Figured I can use them for organizing if not for actual canning. I hate seeing things just thrown away for no reason.

  • @michaelhaddan1965
    @michaelhaddan1965 Před rokem +1

    Very helpful & motivating. Thank you~

  • @mimiweepinay
    @mimiweepinay Před rokem +1

    Thanks for this video! I started seeding last week and now they are germinating and I can see leaves! You earn new subscriber here! Keep sharing! Thanks so much!

    • @NowGardening
      @NowGardening  Před rokem

      Thanks for sharing your experience. I’m so happy it was helpful, and also congratulations on your new seedlings! Have a great week 😊

  • @shahnazhussain227
    @shahnazhussain227 Před rokem +1

    Thanks for information

  • @jeepgirlscozycrafts
    @jeepgirlscozycrafts Před rokem +1

    This video earned my Subscription! Loved all the tips and tricks! .

  • @mysmallgardenofficial
    @mysmallgardenofficial Před rokem +1

    Good morning sister😊 nice sharing😊👍

  • @tedgoodfellow9103
    @tedgoodfellow9103 Před rokem +1

    Nice one, 'Now Gardening ' = no time wasted in getting your advice across. Thank you. Regards from Blighty :).

    • @NowGardening
      @NowGardening  Před rokem

      Thanks, Blighty 😊 I hope you have lots of great harvests this year.

  • @dallywilliams6606
    @dallywilliams6606 Před rokem +1

    Thanks for sharing 😊

  • @nicfarrow
    @nicfarrow Před 9 měsíci +1

    Short. Clear. To-the-point. GOOD!

  • @juanisgarden5356
    @juanisgarden5356 Před rokem +1

    Great tips dear Valerie! And a reminder that I need to get started! Can't wait to see what you do in the garden this year! Blessings dear 🙏 ❤

  • @homelady1470
    @homelady1470 Před rokem +1

    New subbie!!! Thank you I’m starting mine today his weekend.❤

    • @NowGardening
      @NowGardening  Před rokem

      Awesome! Best of luck to you. Wishing you loads of great harvests this year

  • @ShanraePrice
    @ShanraePrice Před 3 měsíci +1

    Thank you, your video was very helpful.

  • @mishalea
    @mishalea Před rokem +1

    Hi. Saw your comment on Andrea's channel. Appreciate the tips, I need all the help I can get in gardening.😊 Have a wonderful day!

    • @NowGardening
      @NowGardening  Před rokem +1

      I love Andrea and her channel and am glad you found me! Take care and good luck with your garden 😊

  • @mtaylor9055
    @mtaylor9055 Před rokem +4

    This is great information! Just found you today and learning lots. I was about to start my garden but felt a bit lost/anxious. Thanks for the info, and a big thanks for keeping it economical. I watched a lot of videos by other CZcamsrs and cost is rarely a consideration for a lot of them. Thanks again

    • @NowGardening
      @NowGardening  Před rokem +1

      Thanks for your comment. Don’t get discouraged. Gardeners make growing seem much harder than it really is. After seed starting, I have several videos that might help you with starting economical garden beds once you’re ready for that. Let me know if I can help 😊

  • @naturalyawd7814
    @naturalyawd7814 Před rokem +1

    Great information, I saved a lot of seeds from my garden last year. This just remind me that I need to start my Tomatoes indoors now.

    • @NowGardening
      @NowGardening  Před rokem

      Glad it was helpful! Good luck with your tomato seedlings 😊

  • @the-trojan
    @the-trojan Před rokem +1

    excellent video!! No excessive yaking! To the point!

    • @NowGardening
      @NowGardening  Před rokem

      Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for your comment!

  • @cindynichols1342
    @cindynichols1342 Před 7 měsíci +1

    Very informative. Thank you~

  • @vonsquirrel8378
    @vonsquirrel8378 Před rokem +1

    That was very helpful. Thank you

  • @coffeebreaktude
    @coffeebreaktude Před rokem +1

    How have I not found you before? I just sat down today looking at seeding kits. You saved me money! I have indoor and outdoor ponds I've built and just started growing some succulents to add to dress up the area around my indoor pond. Wanted to do some herbs. Your tips are just in time. I'm subscribing.

    • @NowGardening
      @NowGardening  Před rokem

      Welcome and thank you for your sweet message. Your project sounds exciting!

  • @iamdeaquelynn
    @iamdeaquelynn Před 4 měsíci +1

    This was very helpful. Thank you.

  • @TheGreenPond-nature
    @TheGreenPond-nature Před rokem +1

    Brilliant I always use any packaging we got. Like you I also tried the biodegradable pots never bought them again.

    • @NowGardening
      @NowGardening  Před rokem

      Thank you and I’m happy to hear you use to on-hand packaging too.

  • @HeirloomReviews
    @HeirloomReviews Před rokem +1

    Hello 🖐Love your videos ❤💕❤look forward for your next video! 💪💯 Thanks for sharing! 🌹☝👍

  • @PrismRisen
    @PrismRisen Před 5 měsíci +1

    As a first time indoor seed starter gardner, I found this video to be very well done. Included all the essential topics and advice based on your actual, practical experience. Very helpful, thanks.

    • @NowGardening
      @NowGardening  Před 5 měsíci

      Thank you for your kind message. I hope you have a wonderful growing season ahead.

  • @gardeningwithnanay
    @gardeningwithnanay Před rokem +1

    I have those issues with those biodegradable seed starting pots! I love recycling containers! I really believe that gardening should not cost too much to enjoy!

    • @NowGardening
      @NowGardening  Před rokem

      Agree 100% Gardening should be fun and relaxing, not a headache.

  • @mjkay8660
    @mjkay8660 Před rokem +2

    finally!!! a vid that is real. too many times i see vids that really get too intricate for a beginner like soil testing stuff that some ole bag like me wont bother to mess with, if it grows great. if it dont i can go to the pantry. but i think containers is important and i have friends saving water bottles so i should have 36 of them soon. i just want 4 plants of 5 veggies and some flowers to puts around with this summer.
    well done video.
    ps, luvd the brn pots falling, just like home, lol

    • @NowGardening
      @NowGardening  Před rokem

      Thanks so much for your kind comment. You sounds a lot like me, a keep it simple kind of gardener. To that point, the fact you’re starting with only a handful of plants and flowers is super smart and exactly what I recommend for new growers. It makes me sad that so many people bite off more than they can chew and end up hating gardening when they could have easily loved it instead.

  • @pattyriggs651
    @pattyriggs651 Před rokem +1

    Love ya information!

  • @mesutugur5302
    @mesutugur5302 Před rokem +1

    so great🖤

  • @christinageorgiou2729
    @christinageorgiou2729 Před rokem +1

    Thank you super helpful

  • @EarthsMedicine
    @EarthsMedicine Před rokem +2

    Hi Valerie. Happy New Year! Been a minute since I've been on your channel, but things have been hectic here. Anyway, super awesome seeing you. You look fantastic as usual & this is a great video...very informative. Thanks for sharing.

    • @NowGardening
      @NowGardening  Před rokem +1

      Happy new year, Monique 💛 I was off for the most part of 2 months I think, so I haven’t been in touch. I hope you’re doing well and wish you a 2023 filled with beautiful days spent outdoors and lots of inspiration and success in growing your channel when you have to be indoors!

  • @RyeAvenue
    @RyeAvenue Před rokem +1

    Great tip

  • @bryanjones8778
    @bryanjones8778 Před rokem +7

    I'm glad you mentioned the issues with biodegradable pots. I've had the same issues. I no longer buy them.

    • @NowGardening
      @NowGardening  Před rokem +1

      Hi Bryan. Thanks for sharing your experience. I can’t believe how many people have responded likewise. I hope your seedlings get off to a great start this year.

    • @bryanjones8778
      @bryanjones8778 Před rokem

      @@NowGardening Thanks. Same to you! 👍

  • @Hapenparadise
    @Hapenparadise Před rokem +1

    Subbed, love the get to the point way you share!

  • @lizmargaretdiaz
    @lizmargaretdiaz Před rokem +1

    Thank you very helpful and to the point 🙂

  • @fcey337
    @fcey337 Před 9 měsíci +2

    Great useful information. Thank you.

    • @NowGardening
      @NowGardening  Před 9 měsíci

      Thank you. Good luck with your seed starting

  • @ettevyvab9368
    @ettevyvab9368 Před rokem +4

    Cut down "clear" distilled water gallon containers work great, also :) I started HAYWARD KIWI vines from the tiny black seeds in a grocery store kiwi (indoors) and when got larger planted outside - and about 3 years later got fruit (325 kiwi fruit). Fortunately I ended up with both male and female plants this way. WHO KNEW that Kiwi vines would successfully grow and produce fruit every year in the state of Virginia !!! They lose leaves each fall and gain them back with flowers and fruit in the Spring. Thank You for this video !!!

    • @NowGardening
      @NowGardening  Před rokem

      That’s an incredible story! Thanks for sharing and for your water jug tip.

  • @Jimbo878
    @Jimbo878 Před rokem +21

    I had the same experience with biodegradable pots, now I put 4-5 long slits from top to bottom using a craft knife, half an inch down from the top all the way to the bottom, the roots form a lateral growth and provide a stable platform 🌱.
    Great instructional keep them coming 😊

    • @NowGardening
      @NowGardening  Před rokem +2

      Hi Jimbo. That’s smart. I found a leftover pack in my garden shed and will try that out 😊 Thanks for the tip

  • @zunishaclassic
    @zunishaclassic Před rokem +1

    Brilliant upload, I've learnt so much.
    Have joined your channel
    Like done 👍 Thank you for sharing 👌🏼

    • @NowGardening
      @NowGardening  Před rokem +1

      Thank you. I'm happy to hear it was helpful :)

  • @themudstarvibrantliaisons

    very good! i do the same with recycling stuff, also the same soil managment

  • @MsFava32
    @MsFava32 Před rokem +1

    Thank you for this video! Right now I have seedlings growing in the biodegradable cups but i will transfer them out of the cups when they are ready.

    • @NowGardening
      @NowGardening  Před rokem +1

      Best of luck to you. I hope you have a great harvest this year.

    • @MsFava32
      @MsFava32 Před rokem

      @@NowGardening Thank you so much!

  • @russho4099
    @russho4099 Před rokem +1

    Like your cabin

    • @NowGardening
      @NowGardening  Před rokem

      Thanks. The doors blew off in a storm a couple of year back, so we reused old French shutters to replace them :)

  • @eileencostilow7801
    @eileencostilow7801 Před rokem +1

    Thank you for this video. I would like to learn more about growing vegetables.

    • @NowGardening
      @NowGardening  Před rokem

      Hi Eileen. That’s so exciting! My advice is to start with a small number of things to grow, so you don’t get overwhelmed by it. You can add more vegetables as you get more comfortable. Let me know if I can answer any questions.

  • @stevewilliams3572
    @stevewilliams3572 Před rokem +1

    Nice to know someone else is like me!!

  • @anget.1788
    @anget.1788 Před rokem +1

    Thank you so much it was very helpful

  • @lillybits9726
    @lillybits9726 Před rokem +2

    This video WAS very helpful...so THANK YOU! The growing season where I am is such that planting cannot be done until 3rd week in May, but when you were mentioning starting tomatoes 8-10 weeks before taking outside...mmmm...that is coming up SOON!😊😊

    • @NowGardening
      @NowGardening  Před rokem

      Hi Lilly. Thanks for your comment. I’m glad it was helpful. You are exactly right-it’s coming up quickly. I plant tomatoes out on the first day of May, so I start them inside by the first of March! I hope you have lots of great harvests this year!

  • @rittika6058
    @rittika6058 Před rokem +1

    Thank you for mentioning the problem of those peat pots, I just planted some tomato and pepper seeds in them. They haven't germinated yet, hopefully they live after I transplant them later this month

    • @NowGardening
      @NowGardening  Před rokem

      Good luck. If you transplant the pots directly into something else, then try cutting the bottom of the pots off so the roots can get out. That’s the advice I’ve received from other gardeners.

  • @heartemisart700
    @heartemisart700 Před rokem +1

    The biodegradables are tricky indeed, some work some don't. Cutting the the bottom off before planting outdoors or in bigger pots worked a charm last year.

    • @NowGardening
      @NowGardening  Před rokem

      Thanks for the tip. It seems like that’s the most recommended solution. I’ll have to give it a try!

  • @valeriejoyce5407
    @valeriejoyce5407 Před rokem +1

    Thank You ✨💜✨

    • @NowGardening
      @NowGardening  Před rokem

      You are so welcome! Have a lovely week 💚

  • @oneconsc3333
    @oneconsc3333 Před rokem +2

    Wonderful and very helpful information. I too keep all the plastic trays from berries and from the 4 litre “distilled” water jugs. Just cut off the tops, add holes on the bottom and you have nice sized pots for free🙏🏼💜🇨🇦

    • @NowGardening
      @NowGardening  Před rokem +1

      That’s awesome! I’ve enjoyed learning other gardeners favorite reused materials from the comments and seeing how many other people are committed to saving money and plastic!

  • @Ed19601
    @Ed19601 Před rokem +3

    I agree with your experience on the biodegradable containers. Crap!

  • @dalankamulyan5263
    @dalankamulyan5263 Před rokem +1

    Nice video thanks for sharing

  • @IndoonaOceans
    @IndoonaOceans Před rokem +2

    Totally agree with you about using all our plastic tubs from recycling - reuse is even better than recycling. Good video and presentation - only thing I would add is that I had a lot of seedlings not germinate this year because I planted them outdoors too early - April - usually OK but in the UK was very cold thn early spring this year ( less than 6 Centigrade). Warmer now so playing catch up.

    • @NowGardening
      @NowGardening  Před rokem

      Hi, thanks for your comment. I agree with you about the weather affecting this year’s seedlings. We had delays in outdoor seeds germinating too. Also, here in France we had barely any rain since January and then it all came over the last 3 weeks (and chilly temperatures to go with it). Everything is hanging on but not looking their best. Good luck with your garden and catching up!

  • @paulineclarke5940
    @paulineclarke5940 Před rokem +1

    Many thanks 😊

    • @NowGardening
      @NowGardening  Před rokem

      You're welcome. Good luck with your seed starting!

  • @minxella12
    @minxella12 Před rokem +2

    On the instructions of some peat pots that I used was if planting in the ground, trim or carefully tear the excess material from the top of the pot and pinch the bottom out. I never had a problem with peat pots.

    • @NowGardening
      @NowGardening  Před rokem

      So interesting, I wonder if our brands here in Europe are different. They are super thick and would have to be cut for sure. I have a few extras I found and am going to try it

  • @sailor-rick
    @sailor-rick Před rokem +6

    Nice. You can use course sand instead of perlite. Equal by volume. Also, clear solo cups are great.

    • @NowGardening
      @NowGardening  Před rokem +1

      Great tips, Rick. In France those aren’t available, but you’re right that they work great. My brother uses them in the US. As for sand in place of perlite, I’ve used it before. Don’t know why I don’t use it more to be honest. It’s cheaper I’m sure

  • @crazy4beatles
    @crazy4beatles Před rokem +4

    I take a few sheets of newspaper, wrap it around a can from the pantry and hold the folds at the bottom and sides with some tape. I pop the can out and it leaves a little container. They can get a bit flimsy so I put them in a tray or those small nursery pots. The upside is that when it's time to transplant, I can just cut and peel the newspaper off which disturbs the roots less than getting them out of a plastic pot.

    • @NowGardening
      @NowGardening  Před rokem

      I love that! I don’t have extra newspapers anymore, but this is a great way to use them. Thanks for sharing your tips 😊

    • @Lynn-fl4kg
      @Lynn-fl4kg Před rokem +1

      You can find free newspaper at your local recycling center.

  • @dwarfhernandez6636
    @dwarfhernandez6636 Před rokem +1

    My Wawa coffee cups are wonderful for starting seeds. ❤

  • @antoinettedewall1191
    @antoinettedewall1191 Před 4 měsíci +1

    One of the problems I have with heat mats it dries out the soil so fast. So for me that was a waste of money. I had the same problem with the biodegradable containers. I am with you the clear containers are the best and I have used trays from frozen dinner's to put my pots in.
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    • @NowGardening
      @NowGardening  Před 4 měsíci

      Thanks for sharing your experiences. It's always good to hear what's working (and not) for other growers.

  • @ChoresWithCarly
    @ChoresWithCarly Před měsícem

    Love the video! :)

  • @flamingfrancis
    @flamingfrancis Před rokem +5

    I notice you quickly passed over egg crates without comment. I find they really good but require good moisturising. This also applies to the small carry trays from coffee shops for milti cup purchases. Really good for melon family...zucchini, cucumbers etc. Another hint for germinating. We have small bricks of coir fibre in Australian stores, which expands when watered. This medium is absolutely brilliant and encourages great root growth. Can be used neat or with a seed growing mix.

    • @NowGardening
      @NowGardening  Před rokem +1

      Hi Frank. I accidentally edited out my speech on egg cartons. I personally don’t care for them, but I do have another video specifically on egg cartons and toilet paper rolls that goes into detail. I like that you’re using the carry trays, and it’s working for you. We have bags of coir instead of bricks here, and I’ve been experimenting with it a lot this year. It seems to be great for some really hard to start seeds. Some seedlings seem to like it while others not so much. Do you see that too?

  • @HeavenlyLights
    @HeavenlyLights Před rokem

    GREAT. ThankYOU❤

  • @YogiHollowFarm
    @YogiHollowFarm Před 3 měsíci +1

    We love to use yogurt cottage cheese and sour cream containers. Keeps plants better for indoors vs constantly up potting. We start our tomatoes and peppers in February for planting out end of May in greenhouses. Better to be mature in our short season. Reusable is great for sanitizing also and drilling drain holes. Vs peat pots that are useless. They end up drying out and or molding. Great info!

    • @NowGardening
      @NowGardening  Před 3 měsíci +1

      Great idea!! Thanks for sharing your tips!