Recently I've become aware that seed starting should not be limited to the spring. A prime seed starting time is in the summer, when you can plant so that your garden continues into the fall and even the winter. I went through my seed packs and selected some fall/winter appropriate seeds. Choosing the right "winter-hardy" varieties is important.
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| The packs on the right have now been planted |
I've already got some seeds started - these are primarily for the late summer and the fall.
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| Red Leaf Amaranth |
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| Kale and a few lettuce varieties |
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| More lettuce |
Here are the seeds I planted today.
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| Notice the stickies - great for labeling |
I used the Planters Pride window seedling trays available from Canadian Tire - great value at about $3. They come with inserts and a clear lid.
I decided to use a different type of insert - the one shown below gives a little more flexibility. When the seedlings are ready to plant into the garden I will "prick them out" using an old pen as a dibbler.
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| Insert used |
I like the "Dutch Treat" seed starting mix. You should be sure to pre-moisten the mix before adding it to the inserts.
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| Dutch Treat seed starting mix |
