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Does anyone know of a germination table that is conplete and comprehensive? I know that this would take a lot of work. Loads of work really but I sure would like to find one.
I've been hunting and searching all over the place. What I would really like to find is one that states: when to plant, type of soil, soil temp, water requirement, sun requirements, wether to plant indoors or direct sow, sowing depth, and special requirements if any. Is that really to much to ask? I hate loosing seeds because I don't know stuff about their germination requirements. Like beans can't be watered after they are planted until they sprout. Can't tell you how many I lost before someone clued me in on that little trick.
Ok, that's my soap box.
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Save yourself a lot of work and searching... Look on the net for a used copy of "Park's Success with Seeds" by Ann Reilly. It was published by Park Seed company in 1978 and covers hundreds of plants, their uses, growing habit, cultivation and seed germination requirements! I guarantee you'll like it!
quote:Like beans can't be watered after they are planted until they sprout.
What is the reason for that? I guess I bypass that problem, because I always soak large seed like beans and corn before I plant, to promote sprouting.
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peppereater I haven't a clue. But when I water them before they sprout they don't but if I soak the soil well before planting and then don't water again until after they sprout they do really well. Although I did figure out that each silly seed likes it's own pot. Otherwise one will grow well and the others will be runts.
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I sympathize with you, peppereater... I've been all over the Web looking for that too, & have decided that you have to pick through & keep Googling to get that sort of info. GRRR!
As for beans, peas & corn, I don't bother with planting those straight in the ground & wondering how many will sprout... I put them on a wet paper towel in a baggie, & after they sprout (just a few days) I plant them in their rows. It's just too hard to remember to water "dirt", when I don't see anything breaking ground! (Besides, it's pretty breezy up here on the hill I live on, & the surface of the ground gets dried out pretty fast, so it'd be hard to keep an area "damp but not wet".)
A table I'd like to see but have yet to find, is one that is, as you say, "complete and comprehensive" & would include info about pre-treatment requirements such as stratification, scarification, light exposure requirements etc. Someone has gone through the trouble to make a pretty nice list (with pictures) of seeds, seedpods & their germination time, at The Seed Site but the list is only for flowers, & doesn't mention seed pre-treatment requirements.
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I never knew that beans shouldn't be watered until they sprout when you plant the seeds in the garden. Well it hasn't affected mine from sprouting, so either I was holding my mouth right or nature took care of it for me???????
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Have you looked through other gardening sites? Tell you the truth,I didn't even know such a thing existed till you asked for it.
That's the first of Deepak Chopra's Seven Spiritual Laws of Success, BTW . . . Potentiality - you think of it, cast your stone of intention on it and eventually it turns up - even if it didn't exist in the first place, someone will be inventing it as you cast your desire for it.
(Somethin' like that, anyway)
Enough from the Swami today, eh?
I'm going to have a look for this thing. All my Christmas shopping is done, I've been gorging on chocolates and am in one of those moods.
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Well, I'm just showing off my search skills, like the egotistic son-of-a-gun I am . . . it's nothing you can't do yourself - just go to www.google.com and put the words 'germination table' in the window.
I hope this helps.
(I have just practiced the Law of Dharma. Yes, I know - I'm a nut.)
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Don't feel bad about yourself - I'm the same way. Like I say, a lot of 50 cents words being bandied about there - I like words like 'daisy', 'petunia', 'geranium' and the like.
I realize it's good to know the botanical names though, it's just that I've already got too much information crammed in the 'hard drive', meaning 'my brain'.
I've got to clear some space - I might live for another 40 years.
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comfrey I was starting mine inside. That might have had something to do with it.
This is what i've got so far, it doesn't match up evenly but hopefully it's understandable. If you can add anything to it that would be great.
GERMINATION TABLE
1. Watering requirements are moist until the plant sprouts unless otherwise noted in the special needs section.
2. Interplanting is less stressful to plants than planting all the same type in a flower beds.
Plant Names,Planting Time, Days to Germination, Soil Temp, Light Exposure, Special Needs
Allium 'Sparklers';direct sow in fall, unk, unk dark Mulch with 3 inches of light mulch after sowing, these are bulbs companion plant for rose bushes repels aphids and enhances the fragrance of the rose blooms.
Alpine Sea Holly direct sow in fall 83 days light Doesn't like fertilizer
Wood's Aster, inside 6 weeks 5 to 10 days 70 light or dark before last frost
Babies Breath Direct sow spring 10 to 20 days 70 dark Has to have alkaline soil, plant at 1/16 inch deep, does not like to be transplanted
Basil, Sweet Direct sow after 5 to 10 days 70 all danger of frost has passed enhances the flavor of tomatoes and lettuce, and repels flies and mosquitoes
Bell Peppers inside 8 weeks 6 to 8 days 80 to 85F dark before last frost Use a light soil, need good air circulation, peat pots may be to wet for good germination. Wait until the soil temp is
between 70 and 85 degrees before setting out the bell peppers.
Bells of Ireland direct sow fall light Self seeds,
Blanket Flower direct sow early 15 to 45 days 70 to 75F dark spring thru summer 6 to 10 days life after cutting, drought tolerant, self seeding. Let heads dry completely before harvesting seeds.
blooms from summer through to first frost.
Cardinal Climber Vine direct sow after danger of last frost has passed invasive
Carnations direct sow spring & dark summer or inside 6 to 8 weeks before last frost likes slightly alkaline soils, do not mulch, use a light seed starter medium,
Celosia, 'scarlet' direct sow 5 to 10 70 light or dark these can be started indoors 8 weeks before last frost if you have biodegradeable pots. But if their roots are
disturbed in anyway they will stop growing. For direct sow wait until the beginning of summer as they are very picky
about temperature.
Chinese Lantern needs a light soil. alkaline ph
Chinese Money Plant
Chives enhance the flavor of tomatoes, carrots, apples, berries and grapes and repel aphids and japanese beetles.
Chrysanthamums
Cleome Spider Flower
Coleus inside 8 weeks 5 to 10 days 65 light before last frost
Columbine winter direct sow light
Coriander Attracts beneficial insects
Cosmos inside 4 weeks 5 to 10 days 70 light or dark before last frost
Crepe Myrtle, Dwarf
Crocus
Daffodils
Daisies
Dianthus
Dill Attracts beneficial insects
Dusty Miller
Feverfew
Flamebush
Four O'clocks
Gaillardia 'Goblin'
Garlic, Wild garlic tend to repel certain insects
Gay Feathers
Green onions
Helenium Mahogany
Helleborus x nigers ?Christmas Rose?
Heuchera americana (Coral Bells or Alum-Root)
Hibiscus
Hollyhocks
Hyacinia Bean Vine
Impatiens inside10 weeks 15 to 20 days 70 light before last frost,
Ipomposis
Jewels of Opar
Kale, Curled
Larkspur inside 12 weeks 5 to 10 days 55 dark before last frost
Lettuce inside 8 weeks 5 to 10 days 70 light before last frost
Liatris
Lily, Blackberry
Lobelia 'Cardinal Flower'
Lobelia 'Crystal Palace'
Love Lies Bleeding
Lunaria (money plant) Needs alkaline soil
Lupine, Arroyo
Malva Zebrina
Marigolds inside 6 weeks 5 to 10 days 70 light or dark before last frost
Mexican Hat
Mexican Mint mint tend to repel certain insects, Attracts beneficial insects
Mexican Tea
Morning Glories
Oregano
Par-cel
Parsley, Curled parsley tend to repel certain insects
Petunia inside 10 weeks 5 to 10 days 70 light before last frost
Poppies
Portulaca inside10 weeks 5 to 10 days 70 dark before last frost
Pumpkin inside 4 weeks 5 to 10 days 85 light or dark before last frost
Queen Anne's Lace
Rain lilies
Rose, Miniature Red
Royal Poinciana
Rudberkia - Black Eyed Susan
Salvia 'Blue Queen' sage tend to repel certain insects, Attracts beneficial insects
Snapdragons inside 10 weeks 5 to 10 days 65 light before last frost
Spirea, Gold Flame
indoors 4 weeks Squash, Acorn before last frost, 5 to 10 days 85 light or dark
Squash, Butterbush inside 4 weeks 5 to 10 days 85 light or dark before last frost
Statice 'Art Form'
Statice ' Sermon'
Straw Flowers
Sweet William
Tall Primroses
Thyme Attracts beneficial insects Tomatoes inside 6 weeks 5 to 10 days 80 either before last frost
Yucca
Zinnia inside 6 weeks 5 to 10 days 70 either before last frost
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Cleome Spider Flower Dusty Millers Four o'clocks Hyacinia Bean Vine Poppies Sweet William
And as soon as I manage to incorporate that and find the rest I'll post the completed thing here somewhere so we can all use it if we want to. How does that sound. Sorry the information doesn't stay in columns. I use notepad so it pretty simple.
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Ok here is the updated table. Sorry it is sort of messy. I don't do well with detailed work anymore.
GERMINATION TABLE
1. Watering requirements are moist until the plant sprouts unless otherwise noted in the special needs section. 2. Interplanting is less stressful to plants than planting all the same type in a flower beds.
Plant Names Planting Time Days to Germination Soil Temp Light Exposure Special Needs
Allium 'cernuum' Sowing Instructions: Sow in trays, pots, etc of good seed compost in a propagator or warm place to maintain an
optimum temperature of 65-70F (18-20C). Sow in well drained compost, just covering the seed with compost.
Sowing Time: February to July. Germination can be slow. After sowing, seal container in a polythene bag and leave
at 60-65F (15-18C) for 2 weeks, then place in a refrigerator (not freezer) for 3-6 weeks. After this return to the
recommended germination temperature. If germination does not occur in 6-10 weeks return to the fridge for a further
3-6 weeks. Examine regularly whilst in the fridge and remove immediately the seeds show signs of germinating. Growing Instructions: Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle into 7.5cm (3in) pots. Grow on in a cold
frame and plant out the following spring 30cm (12in) apart, in full sun. Aftercare Instructions: Prefers a moist, well drained soil.
Allium 'Sparklers' direct sow in fall dark Mulch with 3 inches of light mulch after sowing, these are bulbs companion plant for rose bushes repels aphids and enhances the fragrance of the rose blooms.
Alpine Sea Holly direct sow in fall 83 days light Doesn't like fertilizer, needs prechill,
Wood's Aster, inside 6 weeks 5 to 10 days 70 light or dark before last frost
Babies Breath Direct sow spring 10 to 20 days 70 dark Has to have alkaline soil, plant at 1/16 inch deep, does not like to be transplanted
Basil, Sweet Direct sow after 5 to 10 days 70 dark all danger of frost has passed enhances the flavor of tomatoes and lettuce, and repels flies and mosquitoes
Bell Peppers inside 8 weeks 6 to 8 days 80 to 85F dark before last frost Use a light soil, need good air circulation, peat pots may be to wet for good germination. Wait until the soil temp is
between 70 and 85 degrees before setting out the bell peppers.
Bells of Ireland direct sow fall light Start seeds indoors 8 to 10 weeks before your region's last frost date. They need light to germinate, so place seeds
on top of soil. They may do better if you prechill the seeds for 30 days. Keep very cool (55 to 60 degrees F) until
plants germinate, then give direct sun supplemented by a grow light if possible. Plant seedlings outdoors in spring after all danger of frost has passed. Choose a site in full sun with average,
well-drained soil and moderate moisture. Set plants 8 to 12 inches apart. Self seeds
Blanket Flower direct sow early 15 to 45 days 70 to 75F dark Gaillardia 'Goblin' spring thru summer 6 to 10 days life after cutting, drought tolerant, self seeding. Let heads dry completely before harvesting seeds.
blooms from summer through to first frost.
Cardinal Climber Vine direct sow after danger of last frost has passed invasive
Carnations direct sow spring & dark summer or inside 6 to 8 weeks before last frost likes slightly alkaline soils, do not mulch, use a light seed starter medium,
Carolina Jasmine Vine Spring indoors 70 dark
Carrots, Nantes coreless direct sow 60 to 70 dark as early in spring as possible Attracts beneficial insects, needs alot of moisture throughout it's growing season until near the end.
Celosia, 'scarlet' direct sow 5 to 10 days 70 light or dark these can be started indoors 8 weeks before last frost if you have biodegradeable pots. But if their roots are
disturbed in anyway they will stop growing. For direct sow wait until the beginning of summer as they are very picky
about temperature.
Chinese Lantern, inside in spring 21 to 30 days 70F Light 'Physalis alkekengi' needs a light soil. alkaline ph, sealing in a ziploc baggy after sowing is helpful to keep it moist. When seedlings are
large enough to handle, transplant and grow on in cooler conditions. Plant out in a reserve spot and move to their
final positions in fall, lanting 24: apart in well drained soil and sun. To dry, cut the stems when the lanterns start to
show color and hang upside down in a light airy shed.
Chives direct sow 5 to 10 days 70F Dark mid to late spring enhance the flavor of tomatoes, carrots, apples, berries and grapes and repel aphids and japanese beetles. Plant in
clumps and then separate the clumps by 1 to 1 1/2 feet
Chrysanthamums Winter direct sow
Cleome Direct sow spring 10 to 14 days dark Spider Flower inside 4 to 6 weeks before last frost Flower Type: Annual; Height: 3' - 5'; Exposure: Full Sun; Seed Depth: 1/4 " to 1/2"; Seed Spacing: 3"; Thinning:
When 1" tall thin to 1.5 feet apart; Great cut flower, self seeds, attracts butterflies, blooms late summer early fall
Coleus inside 8 weeks 5 to 10 days 65 light before last frost
Columbine winter direct sow light Seeds need to chill
Coriander Direct sow spring 5 to 10 days 65F dark Attracts beneficial insects, plant every two weeks to stagger the harvest
Cosmos inside 4 weeks 5 to 10 days 70 light or dark before last frost
Crepe Myrtle, Dwarf
Crocus outside in fall
Daffodils outside in fall
Daisies
Dianthus
Dill Attracts beneficial insects
Dusty Miller
This southern European native can be grown as a perennial in Zones 9-10, and as an annual in Zones 3-8. Height is
between 8 and 15 inches as annuals, but in Zones 9-10 some varieties grow 2 to 2 1/2 feet tall, spreading the
blunt-tipped lobes of their 6- to 8-inch leaves equally wide and sending up 2 1/2- to 3-inch flat-topped clusters of tiny
yellow flowers the second year.
Dusty miller can be sown directly in the garden or rooted from cuttings of the firm central growth. Plants will grow
well in most any soil, but if the soil is poorly drained the roots will rot. Water regularly until the plants are established,
then restrict to a good soaking once every week to ten days. Side dressing isn't usually necessary, but some bone
meal or pelleted poultry manure can be applied when plants are 4 to 6 inches high.
The foliage looks good in cut arrangements. Cut and soak the base of the stem before arranging.
Good news for rural gardeners: Dusty Miller is Deer Resistant!
Type: annual (or biennial); Propagation: seeds, cuttings; Light: full sun; Flower Color: pink, rose, lavender, white, blue Bloom Time: summer; Height: 12-18 inches; Width: 12-18 inches; Soil Requirements: well drained; grows as well in
poor soil as rich; Zones: all; Uses: bed, border, cutflowers
Feverfew direct sow spring 5 to 10 days 65F light
Flamebush just plant it in a flower pot about a 1/4 deep in a good garden soil keep it moist till it starts to grow then
just water it as it needs it ok.
Four O'clocks outside in spring 5 to 10 days dark after danger of frost has passed.
Named for its habit of blooming after 4:00 PM, Four O'Clocks grow and flower almost anywhere in the U.S., and
thrive in conditions where some flowers would languish, including hot, windy areas. Grown close together, they
make an excellent annual hedge. Although grown as an annual in most areas, they can be grown as a perennial in
areas where the ground never freezes. They produce tubers that can be dug in the fall and planted again the
following spring after the last chance of frost. Four O'Clocks look wonderful in large containers such as tubs and
barrels, and have an outstanding fragrance when open.
Life Cycle: Tender Perennial (Usually grown as an annual); Height: 12" to 24" inches; Bloom Season: Summer/Fall; Color: Red-Pink-Yellow-White; Exposure: Full Sun
Garlic, Wild outside in fall garlic tend to repel certain insects
Gay Feathers outside in fall 14 to 21 days after temps warm dark Liatris Need a 2 month pre-chill
Green onions direct sow 5 to 10 days 70F Dark mid to late spring
Helleborus x nigers ‘Christmas Rose’
Heuchera americana inside 6 to 8 8 to 10 days 70 to 72F Dark Coral Bells weeks before last frost
Hibiscus summer 7 to 30 days 75 to 80F Dark
Hollyhocks direct sow winter
Hyacinia Bean Vine outside early summer 7 to 14 days hot dark Dolichos lablab inside 2 to 3 weeks before summer in bio-degradeable pots
Neither hyacinth nor a true bean. It is a warm weather loving, fast growing, ornamental climber. Its fragrant 1 1/2 inch
purple blossoms are borne above its dark veined, green leaves. The flowers gradually give way to dark, 3 to 4 inch
long beans.
Special Directions for Short Season Climates SOWING: Sow seeds indoors in individual peat pots two to three weeks before planting outside. Seeds can be sown
directly outdoors well after last frost and weather has warmed considerably. Cover seeds with 3/4 inch fine soil
firmed down.
SPACING and TRANSPLANTING: Carefully thin young seedlings or transplant individual peat pots to about a foot
apart, after hardening off. Individual seedlings do not transplant well.
Ed's Special Advice Select a sunny location with fairly rich well drained soil. Provide sturdy trellis support, plant can climb 10 feet or
more. Water occasionally at base of plant. Ideal for growing on arbors or fences. Hyacinth bean combines well with
other annual climbers such as thunbergia, morning glory and canary bird vine. Do not plant too early, hyacinth bean
is a tropical plant and will not tolerate cold weather.
Impatiens inside10 weeks 15 to 20 days 70 light before last frost,
Ipomposis inside 4 to 6 weeks 7 to 14 days Drought Tolerant before last frost
Jewels of Opar inside 2 to 4 weeks 6 to 10 days 70 dark before last frost
Kale, Curled inside 10 weeks 10 to 14 days dark before last frost can also be planted in the fall for a spring plant, or in the early fall for a late fall plant
Larkspur inside 12 weeks 5 to 10 days 55 dark before last frost
Lettuce inside 8 weeks 5 to 10 days 70 light before last frost
Lily, Blackberry Direct sow fall 120 days? light it likes a period of warmth followed by one on cold to germinate. Self seeds
Lobelia indoors in winter 'Cardinal Flower' use fine soil for seeds, plant in trays using the rake method for best results.
Lobelia indoors in winter 'Crystal Palace' use fine soil for seeds, plant in trays using the rake method for best results.
Love Lies Bleeding
Lupine, Arroyo fall or early sping 15 to 75 days 55 - 70 dark Likes clay
Malva Zebrina inside 12 weeks 15 to 21 days 70 dark before last frost Pant 1/16" deep in a good seed compost. Seal in a ziplock bag or cover with clear plastic wrap until after
germination. Transplant when large enough to handle into 3" pots. Grow cool and later plant out 18" apart into an
ordinary but not rich soil in sun and some shelter.
Marigolds inside 6 weeks 5 to 10 days 70 light or dark before last frost
Mexican Hat 20 to 40 days 68 to 75 dark Ratibida columnaris
Mexican Mint mint tend to repel certain insects, Attracts beneficial insects
Mexican Tea
Money Plant outdoors late spring dark Lunaria Biennis to early summer In autumn transplant to their flowering site 12" apart. Cut the stems bearing seed pods the following early autumn
and hang in bunches upside down in a cool airy room to dry. Gently remove the outer seed casing before using
Oregano indoors 6 to 8 5 to 10 days 70 light weeks before last frost
Par-cel inside in spring 10 to 21 days 70 dark to mid-summer Transplant the seedlings when large enough to handle into 3" pots. Grow on in cooler conditions, gradually
acclimatize to outdoor conditions for 10 to 15 days before planting out 12" apart in ordinary garden soil in sun or light
shade. Water regularly in dry weather. Pick the outside leaves off all the plants regularly to encourage fresh growth.
As a pot plant final size of pot needed will be 6". Grow in a cool, airy, well lit spot.
Parsley, Curled parsley tend to repel certain insects
Petunia inside 10 weeks 5 to 10 days 70 light before last frost
Poppies outside in fall 10 to 15 days dark Seeds need to be chilled
Portulaca inside10 weeks 5 to 10 days 70 dark before last frost
Pumpkin inside 4 weeks 5 to 10 days 85 light or dark before last frost
Queen Anne's Lace Wild flower
Rain lilies
Rose, Miniature Red
Royal Poinciana indoors before last frost scarify seeds
Rudberkia indoors 6 to 8 weeks light Black Eyed Susan before last frost
Salvia 'Blue Queen' sage tend to repel certain insects, Attracts beneficial insects
Snapdragons inside 10 weeks 5 to 10 days 65 light before last frost
indoors 4 weeks Squash, Acorn before last frost, 5 to 10 days 85 light or dark
Squash, Butterbush inside 4 weeks 5 to 10 days 85 light or dark before last frost
Statice 'Art Form' inside early spring 3 to 5 days 75F dark
Statice ' Sermon' inside early spring 3 to 5 days 75F dark
Straw Flowers inside 6 to 8 weeks 60F dark before last frost
Sweet William 14 to 30 days 60 to 70F dark Dianthus barbatus (Caryophyllaceae) A perennial variety which usually performs as an annual. Native to Europe, it has escaped cultivation and adapted to
all regions of the United States. The brilliant little flowers have fringed petals of red, pink, purple or violet. An ideal
spring flower often blooming 60 to 90 days after planting under ideal environmental conditions. Prefers moist,
well-drained soil in full sun. In areas having extremely hot summers, plant in partial shade for best results.
Height: 12-18 inches; Sowing depth: 1/16"; Blooms April thru September; Suggested use: Borders, mass plantings,
meadows; Very sweetly scented. Makes a nice cut flower with a vase life of 7 to 10 days.
Thyme
Thyme is a perennial native to the Mediterranean. It is hardy to zone five, but is prone to disease and insect
infestation in the Deep South. Southern gardeners may want to grow thyme indoors in containers so that conditions
may be carefully controlled. Most varieties grow to only six to twelve inches in height, and they make an attractive
edging for the perennial border. Leaves are dark gray-green in color, and pale pink flowers bloom at the tips of the
stems in summer. You can start thyme from seeds to get a wider selection of varieties. Most nurseries carry transplants in spring and
summer. It prefers a sandy, dry soil and plenty of sun. If your soil is acidic, add some lime. If you live in a very cold
climate, protect the plants in winter by mulching heavily. Once established, the only care will be regular pruning of
the plants and removal of dead flowers and pruning to remove old wood. Harvesting Leaves can be harvested for fresh use throughout the summer, but the flavor is best just before flowering. To dry,
cut the stems just as the flowers start to open and hang in small bunches. Harvest sparingly the first year. Thyme Problems The only thing that I can find that will kill Thyme is wet roots. A fast draining soil is your best insurance. The worst
place to put Thyme is at the bottom of a hill or wall where all the rain water stands. Growing Thyme Indoors You can grow Thyme inside as long as it gets a strong southern exposure. Since it is so hardy though, a wonderful
pot with Thyme is great outside all year by the kitchen door. Attracts beneficial insects
Tomatoes inside 6 weeks 5 to 10 days 80 either before last frost
Yucca inside in May 2 to 3 weeks 70 dark loose soil mix, needs to be kept indoors until about 3 years old?
Zinnia inside 6 weeks 5 to 10 days 70 either before last frost
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Tammy, If you were to have a data base for this, would these labels be the ones you need? Any more, any less.
Common Name Botaincal Name Hardy in Zone Height Spacing Sun Exposure Watering Needs Soil requirements Propogation Planting Depth Germination Seed Collecting Days to Maturity
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Here are some of the catagories that seem like a good idea. But maybe this is too complicated.
when to plant indoors, when to plant outdoors, type of soil, soil temp, soil pH, water requirement, sun requirements, sowing depth, stratification, scarification, Soaking before planting, Seeds that need to be fresh like bird of paradise seeds, days to germination. And special requirements i.e. green beans the soil needs to be soaked before planting but then no additional watering until after the plants sprout when started indoors.
Bill has over 1200 plant profiles right here and I didn't want to duplicate what was right here except to put the germination information all in one at-a-glance location.
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I have similar labels for a lot of those ones, but you are right that it could get quite complicated if you are wanting all of the really detailed notes. Will have to think about that some more. The file I have without your additions is already such a long one that it would take a while just to go from one side to the other to get the info. I am going to have to look at some online and see what I can come up with.
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I know what you mean. Each plant still demands two three rows for me to fit it in my notepad program. Which of course is a freebie program in my scaled down model of windows.
What really refuses to fit anywhere are the inside growing instructions for miniature roses grown from seed. It's 4 pages long lol.
I guess that's why I don't have the growing instructions in the germination table. Growing and maintaining the plants I do as a plant profile in an outline style. It's much easier.
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