Claudia said:What does everyone use to start their seeds? I may do it different this since last year was such a disappointment.
Claudia -- do you mean "what growing medium" ? I just use Miracle Grow potting soil in 6-packs for most things, plant my seeds, moisten very thoroughly, cover with plastic wrap or a "dome" cover, and place in a warm area until the seeds sprout. There are some exceptions; I've had really good luck with starting more "difficult" seeds by planting in moist vermiculite, and, of course, there are some seeds that need "cold stratification." I initially grow the seedlings under fluorescent lights indoors, and then around April 15th (about 6 weeks before they can be planted outdoors here) I move them to my greenhouse - which is mostly unheated, unless the temp is going down near freezing at night, then I use a propane heater.
If you were new to seed starting last year, just look on it as a learning experience; might take a while to really get the hang of it, but starting seeds is now actually my favorite part of gardening! Just a couple more weeks and I'll be starting onion seeds!
