Vegetable Garden - Planting in Containers

[RaRaRyan1997]

Dang! You're fast.

[webcajun]

@RaRaRyan1997 ...  : ) .....Donald

[TheWholefoodfarmacy]

Very nice vidio awesome

[webcajun]

@TheWholefoodfarmacy ...Thanks, glad you enjoyed.......Donald

[MBS1995]

HI I THINK YOUR TUTORIALS ARE EXTREMELY HELPFUL, BUT COULD SOMEONE JUST ANSWER A SIMPLE QUESTION, WHAT DO THE LITTLE HAIRS MEAN WHEN YOU START GROWING VEGETABLES? IS THAT NATURAL?ISTARTED SOME COLLARD GREENS, IM JUST CURIOUS AS TO WHAT THE LITTLE HAIRS ARE THAT FORM FIRST?

[MrandMissConverted]

Is there a way of ensuring that you get more branches as opposed to having a single long stem? If I need to clip something, exactly where should I clip?

[webcajun]

@MrandMissConverted ...Once transplanted it'll grow plenty branches......Donald

[ransom47]

Another great video. Thanks for sharring.

Ransom (Houston)

[webcajun]

@ransom47 ...you're welcome.......Donald

[fanismary]

nice videos keep them coming!

[webcajun]

@fanismary ...glad you enjoy....Donald

[GwenKellerman]

I'm so glad I discovered your videos! I want to start container gardening and have been trying to decide between using peat pots or peat pellets to start the seeds. I'll probably use peat pots after watching this video. However, it is a curiosity that a lot of plants from retail stores are in plastic containers. At least when you pop out a purchased plant, all the roots are exposed. Do you ever recommend using plastic containers to start seeds? Thanks.

[webcajun]

@GwenKellerman ...I've tried plastic several times and I always end up watering too much. If that happens with the peat pots they dry out pretty fast so it's not a problem......Donald

[Tritonmac251]

good video and nice owl at 0:32

[webcajun]

@Tritonmac251 ...Thanks and I'll tell the owl. lol.....Donald

[Cashis4life]

Hi Donald. Another informative video! I have a question, approximately how big is your garden in terms of acres?

Thanks!

[webcajun]

@Cashis4life ... it varies with the season but I'd say anywhere from 1/4 to 1 1/2 acres. Mid summer is when most of it is planted........Donald

[browneyegirl0508]

how long can the tomatos stay in the Container. we live in the desert and i want to have a veg garden but i cant grow any thing in this hard clay sand we got here. so i thought Container or pots would work but i dont know what would grow best and be fruitful in a pot/Container. any ideas or tips on what i can grow? i wanted to grow onions,garlic,tomaots,herbs,be­ll peppers and lettuces. would any of those grow in a pot/Container?

[webcajun]

@browneyegirl0508 ... those who grow in "containers only" have told me to use at least 5 gal. pots. You can grow all the vegetables you mentioned just keep an eye on the moisture. Pots will dry out a lot quicker than when planted in the soil....... Donald

[FrogsRFriendsNotFood]

when do you think is a good time to start vegetable planting in pots? thanks :)

[webcajun]

If starting seeds in peat pots then 6-8 weeks before you plan on planting in the garden. If you asking about planting / growing in containers then wait till all danger of frost has passed........... Donald

[tejava]

LOL, "it's early in the year and I'm gettin anxious and gotta do somethin even if it is wrong"... Wow, sounds like me, except I have never been honest enough to admit it. Love it!!! I learned a lot on this one, about myself, and about pinching off the bottom of the pot. Thanks Donald. -Tom

[webcajun]

Some vegetables don't seem to have a problem with their roots coming through the peat pots but I think some do. In fact you'll see that when pulling some plants up at the end of the season. Their roots never make it very far out the pots. I could be totally wrong but that's my experience........ Donald

[AnnieNM06]

how big is the container that you plant them in?

[webcajun]

These look to be about 2 gals...... Donald

[webcajun]

IMHO one of the best kept secrets of gardening is "keeping it simple" ....... Donald

[webcajun]

It's the way to go...... Donald

[JohnnySilver78]

how often do you fertilize them-and with what?

[webcajun]

I use miracle grow and follow the directions on the container and the recommendations for each type of vegetable...... Donald

[homemademom1]

wow i am very happy for your quick response ..wow i will watch all your videos ..its a pleasure to be able to get an answer that fast. Cant wait to start!! yehhhaaaa!!! lol:)last year my tomatoes grew but far few and btween.this year i hope to do better..smiling..

[homemademom1]

hi webcajun.. I live in nj and was wondering is it too late to start my tomatoe plants inside now 4/01/09 ? also was wondering about how to use the seeds from the peppers i by from the store how can i use them to start a pepper garden ?

and thank you in advance for all the info ..I am very happy about how much i have learned already..homemademom1

[webcajun]

You need to start your seeds 6-8 weeks before planting them in the garden. Don't use seeds from store bought vegetables, buy your seeds at the garden center or order online...... Donald

[mukwah1111]

Love your videos webcajun ! Thanks !!

[webcajun]

You're welcome...... Donald

[Seedcovers]

Great video, i hope that I can grow some produce this winter.

[nectarineblue]

I didn't know that about the little hairs on the side of the tomater. very informative, thanks.

[webcajun]

I never understood why it was recommended that tomatoes be planted so deep until a couple of years ago.

[catrugmagiccarpet]

that was great! really useful and relaxing!! thanks!! :D

[webcajun]

I've already eaten tomatoes off that plant in the video. First of the season and they tasted so good, just ask my grandkids.

[ChadHebert]

great videos webcajun! great info for us beginners! i just planted my first ever tomatoes today..cant wait to watch em grow :)

[webcajun]

How's those tomatoes doing?

[greentxmama]

Great video!  :)

[webcajun]

Thanks, I will check that out.

[scarcherpilot]

Thanks for video. I am happy to see you have added two more recently. I too am getting antsy about getting started, but here in Atlanta it is still very cold (we had snow this morning). I have my seed potatoes ready to go and will be planting tomatos as well.

Keep the videos coming.

[lostorfound19]

your the coolest! Sir i beg you to read up on or watch youtube movies about permaculture. keep the movies coming!