Despite the cold, rainy beginning of this week, our little seedlings are still nice and warm under the grow light. Though we have things that will eventually be sewn right in the garden, for now, everything that can be started in a pot is coming right along. Well, almost everything.
We have finally got a white sage sprout.
Out of 8 seeds planted, only one has sprouted; he seems to be coming along well, though. Got my fingers crossed that the others are just late bloomers.
Mr. B. has planted over 40 calendula plants for me this year, and they are all doing beautifully!
Can’t wait to have these plants all blooming away!
The tomatoes are really taking off.
Let me tell you, there is nothing – nothing! – like biting into a tomato that’s come right out of your garden. You’ll never look at those pale, tasteless things that we are forced to eat out of the grocery store in winter the same way again!
And here are a few other things I’d like to share with you this week:
A couple of people had asked how Mr. B. had built our grow light rig. He was good enough to go back and search for the original plans that he used when he first built it. You can find them here.
The second thing I’d like to share is this column by my friend, Bobbi Rightmyer. You might know her from one of her blogs (Rightmyer Rants is one of my faves), but did you know she also writes a gardening column? There are tons and tons of amazing articles here, including how to grow lettuce in an egg shell (I am so doing this!), how to grow various veggies, how to get your yard ready to be a registered wildlife habitat and way more. If you are interested in gardening, you’ll love her articles!
And if you are just starting out gardening and growing in your area, think about checking out your local county extension office! Every state/county has a system of offices that educates the public on agriculture and growing for your area (among other things). A lot of it might be geared more toward farmers, but there should be great information on plants, growing seasons, the local weather and you might be lucky enough to have a “lawn and garden” (sometimes this will be through a local college) section added in as well. Every county will also have a “Master Gardener” program as well, where you can ask trained gardeners questions about plants. These extension offices are great sources of information!
Happy Gardening!!
Nice going! I'm really needing to get off my backside & do the mass empty & repot of my potted veggie garden. Autumn is here and the plants from last year have done their dash, time for some fresh stuff. My personal favourite thing I'm growing this year? Black cherry tomatos! If you have eaten a black russian or kumato, you'll know the heaven I'm talking about! NOM!
~little sprouts bring forth such excitement…we have been busily sowing away, planting and transplanting…oh the joys of spring and the warmth to come…may your garden grow and delight you all with pleasurable treats…i do have to agree…a tomato picked fresh from the vine…there is nothing quite the same…brightest blessings~
I love watching them pop up! Mine are coming out finally also.. I can't wait to get them outside in the warm sunshine!!
Ha! I have a garden post today, too. I'm impressed with your little baby plants–and that you managed to get sage to sprout at all. I salute you, madam.
Yay for sprouting plants! Thank you for the tip about the local county extension office – this is my first time to grow a garden in our new city and I must admit, the moisture levels are different from what I'm used to – I'm dealing with a small amount of mold on my seed pods.Do you have any suggestions for combating the mold? (besides watering less, of course!)
Kel: Is the mold white? If it is, try getting the seedlings into some direct sunlight and stop watering them until the top of the dirt is really dry (you can gently turn the some of the dirt over to help it dry faster).If you have them in a tray, try watering the tray, not the top of the dirt. If they are already in pots, water the dirt around the plant instead of right on the plant.If you can't get them outside, try putting a fan in the room near the plants to circulate the air. Not blowing right on them, but near them. Hope this helps!
How sad for me i only have a very small balcony
Will you please exchange buttons? I allready put yours on my blog 
x Donna
Hi Donna! Yes, I'd be happy to add your button into my widget, as soon as I can work out the code to put it in. Thanks! :O)
Isn't it exciting??? My peppers are just peeking up. And other stuff too! I'll be starting my tomatoes soon. I have a few more weeks before the last-frost than you. ENJOY!!!
Oh, imagine when al these little beauties become "eatable"!!
) Anything from home is far better than bought at markets. This is something I miss!Kisses from us.
Thanks, Mrs. B! I will employ that tactic tomorrow!
I am starting mine today!!! Super excited and cant wait to see mine sprouting up like that.PS also loved looking at the herb 101 stuff