Thanks a lot Donald. This helped a lot. You seem friendly and seem like you actually care about Horticulture, which is always a plus. Look forward to watching more.
Thank you for the great video. Your the kind of person I wish we lived closer to, and I met twenty years ago. I will use the information you shared next year. PERFECTO. Thanks, Kevin
Hey Lisa ... starting your own seedlings is not only fun but can save you a ton of money. Knowing how much water to give the plants is about the hardest part.......... Donald
I LOVE these videos! Keep up the good work. It's rainy here in metro Atlanta this weekend and these videos have been lots of help and very entertaining! LOL @ the high speed sifter!! Great idea!
We got a late start this year with the weather but are getting back on track. Been doing a good bit of planting the last couple of weeks. Some things are just too late to plant so I won’t even mess with em. Got the granddaughter out there with me and really enjoying that…..Donald
HA! Sneak is right! I'm guessing your mother had things missing in her kitchen, too - eh? That was funny. The lighting looked fine, in fact, good. Thanks for sharing your gardening hints. It really inspires me to get out there!
You are very informative and VERY entertaining. I get scared when I see you clip three young plants down to one so soon though. I usually wait until they are 1/4 of an inch thick...just to be sure they make it. I don't need a tape measure for that either. Great videos. Jeff
Donald, I had to laugh when you said you had messed with the buttons on the camera. I have been there and done that to my wife's dismay. I personally hate reading the 3 inch manuals that come with them. Anyway, another great video. Thanks so much for it. I am starting my seeds now in hopes of a good year of tomatoes that I can can like you showed in a previous video. As always, please keep up the good informative work. It is inspiring to me!
i hear ya! for me soil just is not consistent enough. last year idk what was going on but most of my soil garden didn't do so good but my hydroponics did awesome. no matter if it's a super hot summer with no rain my hydroponics gives me lots of yummy greens
Thanks Donald, I really enjoy watching and seeing how you and others handle your garden. A person can never get too much info and can always benefit from new short-cuts in garden work.
Donald these tips are so useful thanks for sharing your experiences. I just got some of those plastic trays and 3 " Jiffy pots for next year. Figured before the prices go up like everything else. Happy gardening my friend . Jim
My wife and I have recently started watching your videos. We really enjoy them. Thankyou for posting. On May 3rd we planted a bunch of seeds. Bell peppers, Tomato and broccoli ect. We put 3 seeds in each pot. well the broccoli has grown very fast. There already about 3 inches tall. well at the end of this video I notice that you cut two of your tomato plants down to one per pot. Is this what we are suppose to do with all our plants that come up? just pick the one that looks best? Tanks again!
Yes you do have to thin them out to one per pot. If you leave all of em they will compete for moisture and nutrients, they will be overcrowded and if transplanted that way you'll probably end up with a bunch of small tomatoes on huge sickly vines. Bugs will really love those...... Donald
Another great helpful vid. Ilove your teaching style. What tool do you use that you talked about where you plant and don't have to bend over. I think I saw you use it when planting onions. Is it the same one? Where do you get it?
Good Stuff W.C.! I hear that Bone Meal is also good for growin' wreckerd breakin' tomatoes. Take Care, John P.S. I just planted some potatoes and corn over here. Hope it does well. Also, thanks for the sifter hijacking tip! I will keep you posted.....
I have a really good green thumb, my problem is when my seeds get big enough I can't bring myself to thin them out. btw: i liked the mini green house went out and made me one, thanks for the idea.
Actually what I did was adjust the white balance and exposure on the camera. It did come out pretty good with the exception of one scene that was a little dark. I will continue playing around with those settings till I get it just right before moving on to some more buttons. One day I may even read the instructions. LOL ...... Donald
That depends on the drying conditions and the ability of the potting soil to hold water. I’ve sometimes had to water every day and other times could go 3 days without watering. Keep the soil moist not wet and you’ll be ok……Donald
@kevingorrellsr ...Hey Kevin, You can start your seedlings with MG starter mix if you don't make your own compost. It's all about not planting too deep and keeping the soil moist. Glad you enjoyed the video........Donald
I hate to cut them too but the good ones need the space and nutrients. I always plant more pots than I need to make sure I have enough. Can always replant the jiffy pots with something else so it's no waste...... Donald
@medicjimr ... Hey Jim, you are going to like those Jiffy pots. Use a good commerical starter mix or make your own from compost and you'll do just fine. Don't water those seedlings too much, just keep the soil moist......Donald
@ROCKGY1 Hi Donald the pine tree seeds did not sprout up i'll try in the spring again but anyway thanks for a great dvd on seed starting and the free beet seeds cant wait till spring. Thanks again. Greg
Shifting the compost is not 100% necessary it just makes it a little easier for those having problems with planting depth. It is much quicker to use regular starter mix or potting soil. It's just some of the cheaper brands don't have enough nutrients or are so course it's almost impossible to get seeds started, especially for someone who's just starting out. Once they get the hang of it, it's not a problem...... Donald
Reading the packages for the small seeds they usually recommend 1/8 inch planting depth. Some will say as much as 1/4 inch. I say experiment some and see which works best....... Donald
@arocha129 ...It depends on the soil temp but usually it's up in 5-7 days. You can root a sucker and also a large branch. Got to keep em well watered every day.......Donald
ROFLMAO! Very entertaining and informative video! The "speed sifter" procurement method really got me to laughing! Have you ever planted seed from hybrid tomatoes? I am trying that this year. They are growing good so far. Grown about 2 inches... I hope they produce!
@Jeffrich308 ... I find bottom watering works pretty well. Don't put any more water than what they can soak up in about 30 minutes to an hour. You don't want water staying in the tray........Donald
Yes, thin them out to 1 per pot once you're sure you have a healthy one. Planting more than one seed increases the chance you'll get at least one to come up....... Donald
@sundogforlove … Nothing surprises me anymore when it comes to the quality of education our young people are getting today. I was in school when it started happening so I know the exact reason why. It’s something no one wants to admit in this country so it’s just going to get worst……..Donald
Thank you for sharing your knowledge. I'm growing toms for the first time ever this year and all of your videos I have seen so far have been informative. Your presentations have a genuine warmth and are very professionally done.
I have a Canon GL2 and it's got plenty buttons and settings to play with. The video actually didn't come out too bad. Not sure exactly what I did. LOL Start those tomatoes, peppers, eggplant about 6-8 weeks before your last frost date and you'll be fine. Thanks...... Donald
Excellent Video Don,Best I have seen on U-tube . A lady told me to use Fish fertilizer after the plants are in the ground. Ever heard of this ? thanks again .
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Thanks a lot Donald. This helped a lot. You seem friendly and seem like you actually care about Horticulture, which is always a plus. Look forward to watching more.
Thank you for the great video.
Your the kind of person I wish we lived closer to, and I met twenty years ago.
I will use the information you shared next year.
PERFECTO.
Thanks,
Kevin
I miss you buddy!
Chuck
I find myself coming back to watch your videos You have help me out so much. Thanks
Glad to hear you'll be out there this spring, playing in the dirt. I'll keep playing with the buttons till I get it just right. Thanks ...... Donald
Hey Lisa ... starting your own seedlings is not only fun but can save you a ton of money. Knowing how much water to give the plants is about the hardest part.......... Donald
It's that time of the year for most folks. Spring is coming soon...... Donald
Your videos are always helpful and I like the video quality. Nice and clear. Fell like I am there. Thanks.
Very good video, very informative. I think best video on youtube i've seen about starting new tomato plants! Thank you very much
I LOVE these videos! Keep up the good work. It's rainy here in metro Atlanta this weekend and these videos have been lots of help and very entertaining! LOL @ the high speed sifter!! Great idea!
Just trying to keep it as simple as it really is. Thanks...... Donald
Thanks! I am making my first seedlings EVER! as soon as the snow clears. Your video gave me the confidence to try.
Hey Mercedes, glad you enjoy the videos….Donald
I found your information very helpful thank you for sharing. Mercedes in Las Vegas Nevada
We got a late start this year with the weather but are getting back on track. Been doing a good bit of planting the last couple of weeks. Some things are just too late to plant so I won’t even mess with em. Got the granddaughter out there with me and really enjoying that…..Donald
HA! Sneak is right! I'm guessing your mother had things missing in her kitchen, too - eh? That was funny. The lighting looked fine, in fact, good. Thanks for sharing your gardening hints. It really inspires me to get out there!
Time saver...... Donald
Great tips...especially the one about doubling the peat pot trays. :) Thanks for another great video! I'll have to check out your forums.
You are very informative and VERY entertaining. I get scared when I see you clip three young plants down to one so soon though. I usually wait until they are 1/4 of an inch thick...just to be sure they make it. I don't need a tape measure for that either. Great videos.
Jeff
Glad you enjoyed.....Donald
Donald,
I had to laugh when you said you had messed with the buttons on the camera. I have been there and done that to my wife's dismay. I personally hate reading the 3 inch manuals that come with them.
Anyway, another great video. Thanks so much for it. I am starting my seeds now in hopes of a good year of tomatoes that I can can like you showed in a previous video.
As always, please keep up the good informative work. It is inspiring to me!
I like this guy.
I enjoyed your video Don and the video seemed to be lit up just fine. Now it's time for starting some tomatoes. Keep the videos coming.
great videos
i hear ya! for me soil just is not consistent enough. last year idk what was going on but most of my soil garden didn't do so good but my hydroponics did awesome. no matter if it's a super hot summer with no rain my hydroponics gives me lots of yummy greens
Great videos, I definitely enjoy your stuff, keep it up and thanks again!
Donald I think that's the coolest thing. : )
Love you videos!
Thank you...... Donald
Thanks Donald, I really enjoy watching and seeing how you and others handle your garden. A person can never get too much info and can always benefit from new short-cuts in garden work.
Glad it was helpful...... Donald
Thanks for your help and advice i just started a 4x4 raised bed garden.I sure hope it turns out some good veggies.the vid was fine by the way,LOL..
Thank for the help! Your videos are great!
Donald these tips are so useful thanks for sharing your experiences. I just got some of those plastic trays and 3 " Jiffy pots for next year. Figured before the prices go up like everything else. Happy gardening my friend . Jim
thanks for the demonstration!
Thank you! Very helpful!
Thanks...... Donald
very helpfull indeed
great video webcajun!
My wife and I have recently started watching your videos. We really enjoy them. Thankyou for posting.
On May 3rd we planted a bunch of seeds. Bell peppers, Tomato and broccoli ect. We put 3 seeds in each pot. well the broccoli has grown very fast. There already about 3 inches tall. well at the end of this video I notice that you cut two of your tomato plants down to one per pot. Is this what we are suppose to do with all our plants that come up? just pick the one that looks best? Tanks again!
@aqsaman ... glad you enjoyed....... Donald
Yes you do have to thin them out to one per pot. If you leave all of em they will compete for moisture and nutrients, they will be overcrowded and if transplanted that way you'll probably end up with a bunch of small tomatoes on huge sickly vines. Bugs will really love those...... Donald
@scopulus93 ... you're welcom, glad you enjoyed......Donald
Another great helpful vid. Ilove your teaching style. What tool do you use that you talked about where you plant and don't have to bend over. I think I saw you use it when planting onions. Is it the same one? Where do you get it?
Good Stuff W.C.! I hear that Bone Meal is also good for growin' wreckerd breakin' tomatoes.
Take Care,
John
P.S. I just planted some potatoes and corn over here. Hope it does well. Also, thanks for the sifter hijacking tip! I will keep you posted.....
Thank you very much, very helpful, I will do as you said but in spring, it's starting to get cold :)
To stay true to the variety OP seeds are the ones to save....... Donald
Thanks for the info!
@EZCyclone ...Glad you enjoy the videos and you're welcome.......Donald
I have a really good green thumb, my problem is when my seeds get big enough I can't bring myself to thin them out.
btw: i liked the mini green house went out and made me one, thanks for the idea.
You're very welcome.....Donald
Actually what I did was adjust the white balance and exposure on the camera. It did come out pretty good with the exception of one scene that was a little dark. I will continue playing around with those settings till I get it just right before moving on to some more buttons. One day I may even read the instructions. LOL ...... Donald
We're also having a rainy weekend here so I guess I'll be watching them too. LOL ...... Donald
That depends on the drying conditions and the ability of the potting soil to hold water. I’ve sometimes had to water every day and other times could go 3 days without watering. Keep the soil moist not wet and you’ll be ok……Donald
Time to start em now.....Donald
@traptfan777 ... wish you the best of luck with the garden........ Donald
I could smell the tomatoes when I was thinning them out in the video. I can't wait either...... Donald
@kevingorrellsr ...Hey Kevin, You can start your seedlings with MG starter mix if you don't make your own compost. It's all about not planting too deep and keeping the soil moist. Glad you enjoyed the video........Donald
Hey Noreen... start him out on the microwave okra I did in the video. Quick, easy and real good...... Donald
I hate to cut them too but the good ones need the space and nutrients. I always plant more pots than I need to make sure I have enough. Can always replant the jiffy pots with something else so it's no waste...... Donald
@TheHammer266 ... Thanks, glad you enjoy and hope they are helpful........Donald
Let us know how your're coming along with your garden. Thanks ...... Donald
@medicjimr ... Hey Jim, you are going to like those Jiffy pots. Use a good commerical starter mix or make your own from compost and you'll do just fine. Don't water those seedlings too much, just keep the soil moist......Donald
Red Green would be proud of the Power Sifter.
:-) ......Donald
@ROCKGY1
Hi Donald the pine tree seeds did not sprout up i'll try in the spring again but anyway thanks for a great dvd on seed starting and the free beet seeds cant wait till spring. Thanks again.
Greg
I am going to try it!
Start your seedlings about 8 weeks before transplanting in the garden. Let us know how they come out……Donald
Shifting the compost is not 100% necessary it just makes it a little easier for those having problems with planting depth. It is much quicker to use regular starter mix or potting soil. It's just some of the cheaper brands don't have enough nutrients or are so course it's almost impossible to get seeds started, especially for someone who's just starting out. Once they get the hang of it, it's not a problem...... Donald
I make my own compost and mix in Miracle Grow potting soil about half and half. My next batch will have 1/3 worm castings mixed in...... Donald
Reading the packages for the small seeds they usually recommend 1/8 inch planting depth. Some will say as much as 1/4 inch. I say experiment some and see which works best....... Donald
I enjoy every video I have seen that you so graciously provided. Thank you for giving so much for so little in return. Allen
Hey Allen, glad you enjoy the vids and hope they help…..Donald
@MegaM7777 ... there are heat tolerant tomato varieties that do pretty well. "Heat Wave" is one of them.......... Donald
@arocha129 ...It depends on the soil temp but usually it's up in 5-7 days. You can root a sucker and also a large branch. Got to keep em well watered every day.......Donald
ROFLMAO! Very entertaining and informative video! The "speed sifter" procurement method really got me to laughing! Have you ever planted seed from hybrid tomatoes? I am trying that this year. They are growing good so far. Grown about 2 inches... I hope they produce!
nice!!!
@Jeffrich308 ... I find bottom watering works pretty well. Don't put any more water than what they can soak up in about 30 minutes to an hour. You don't want water staying in the tray........Donald
@lotzoso ... Hey Jeff, sounds like a good practice to follow. I usually start extras just in case........ Donald
Yes, thin them out to 1 per pot once you're sure you have a healthy one. Planting more than one seed increases the chance you'll get at least one to come up....... Donald
I’ll check out some of your videos and maybe get some tips…..Donald
Thank you :)
@ReddNeckerson ...Glad they help......Donald
Thank you
So you're like the Justin Wilson of gardening right? That's pretty awesome. I really enjoy your videos!
:-) Thank you....Donald
@sundogforlove … Nothing surprises me anymore when it comes to the quality of education our young people are getting today. I was in school when it started happening so I know the exact reason why. It’s something no one wants to admit in this country so it’s just going to get worst……..Donald
Thank you for sharing your knowledge. I'm growing toms for the first time ever this year and all of your videos I have seen so far have been informative. Your presentations have a genuine warmth and are very professionally done.
Thank you, glad you enjoy the videos and find them helpful…..Donald
You're welcome.....Donald
In my area a south facing window is the best. If your getting pleny sunshine and the plants aren't gettin leggy then you're ok.....Donald
Indoor crawdad instructions pleeze, ooooowweeeee1 from Canada.
@ 2:50 AAAAAAAARRRRRRRRR power sifter...LOL.
thank you sir, well done. thanks for sharing very helpful
Starting to plant my fall garden now. Got lots of seedlings started in a compost and worm castings mix. They really seem to like it......... Donald
@charmingchiangmai ... you can start them in plastic cups as well.....Donald
Yes they do...... Donald
I have a Canon GL2 and it's got plenty buttons and settings to play with. The video actually didn't come out too bad. Not sure exactly what I did. LOL Start those tomatoes, peppers, eggplant about 6-8 weeks before your last frost date and you'll be fine. Thanks...... Donald
LOL!!! "Let me introduce you to the ruler" I love they way you made it so simple for us beginners. And what happened to your "lashpa"?
you should try using a hydroponic seed starter...in 2 weeks you can have a huge plant!
Excellent Video Don,Best I have seen on U-tube . A lady told me to use Fish fertilizer after the plants are in the ground. Ever heard of this ? thanks again .
I use plain old 13-13-13 most of the time. I figure fertilizer is fertilizer. :-) …..Donald
Best damn sifter I ever seen...
Make sure to add a little perlite to the soil to keep it loose……Donald
Great tips, thank you!
+The Peeping Egg You're welcome......Donald
Hi Donald! When do you start your tomatoes for Spring 2013? I in the same zone as you (I think). Take care!
@ROCKGY1 ... we don't have pine trees in this part of Louisiana so I never tried that. Let me know if it works........Donald
@CookingGeek ... you're welcome...........Donald
Thank you Sir and God bless you. Amen.