Plant Yours
"There are no gardening mistakes, only experiments."
— Janet Kilburn Phillips
Directions for planting:
Distribute soil across the 3 starter pots.
Soil and pots included with Organic Seedling Kits, For recipe kits, get some nutrient-rich organic starter soil and starter pots or use small containers / egg cartons. (anything with drainage will do!)
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Wet the soil to make it moist then make a hole, plant your seeds and press down to ensure they have firm contact with the moist soil.
Important: Place in a warm location away from direct sunlight and cover with plastic wrap or some sort of lid to keep moisture in. Ideal to keep the temperature between 65° to 75°F.
Don't be discouraged if some seedlings don't take!
Caring for your seedlings:
Seeds need moisture and warmth so check daily and if the soil starts to dry, place the pots in a shallow container with warm water to wick moisture from the bottom. If just the soil on top is dry, lift the plastic covering and spritz with warm water from a spray bottle.
When you see the first sign of green, remove the plastic wrap and move the pots to a place with direct sunlight by a window. As the seedlings grow keep the soil moist, not soggy and rotate regularly.
Transitioning outside:
When the outdoor temperature is warm (late spring/summer) start the gradual process to move the seedlings outdoors. For about 1 week, place them outside for a few hours during the day in a protected spot and bring them in at night. Increase the time each day then plant them outdoors according to the seed instructions.
Specific Instructions:
Each vegetable and herb may have unique requirements so check your specific seed instructions using the links on the right. Also see links for possible options to plant your vegetables and herbs indoors to use year-round!
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My Backyard Market workbook and journal
Download the workbook and gardening journal to learn about plants and track your seedlings progress!
