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+ | ===== Propagation ===== | ||
+ | ==== Previously... ==== | ||
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+ | In the past we started seeds for transplanting in the house. Once we transplanted these starts into pots, Maura took as many to her office as it would hold, because of the constant temperature and more sunlight through her office window. | ||
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+ | This approach to propagation had several results: | ||
+ | - Plants got off to a slow start. | ||
+ | - We had a mess in the dining room. | ||
+ | - We limited the varieties we could start. | ||
+ | - Plants weren' | ||
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+ | ==== This year (2015) ==== | ||
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+ | Events have allowed me to get an earlier start than previous years, so I've had time to plan and scheme. After attending a workshop by Kate Halstead of the Soil Sisters Plants, I decided to take propagation to the next level - propagation heat mat, grow light, lots of trays and pots. | ||
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+ | <note tip>And the greenhouse that has never been more than a storage shed takes on a new role!</ | ||
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+ | ==== Record keeping ==== | ||
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+ | This first year I had no idea how long it would take for a particular variety to be ready for transplanting. So I'm keeping track of the various milestone dates: seeding, sprouting, true leaves, potting, transplanting and harvesting. Next year I will be able to plan better. |