Are there really Americans that cannot measure? I work in construction and I started seeing the hispanic kids get into the workforce and not be able to measure. What is the future to bring?
@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
this was actually really helpful. i just got into gardening and i actually got a school project on tomato growing so this really made things a lot easier for me. thanks
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
@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
@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
@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 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
the only thing i dont understand is thinning out the pots
it seems like the seeds are more valuable then the dirt, why not just do one seed per pot and if a pot doesnt grow you are only out one pot, rather then 2-3 seeds per pot
doesnt seem economical
great video, just had to ask the question about thinning thats been bugging me forever
@dramey03 ... The first reason I plant more than one seed per pot is the germination rate is not 100%. Not all seeds will come up. The second reason is if I need 12 tomato plants to transplant by a certain date I want to be certain I’ll have at least 12 pots with healthy plants. The average home gardener is not doing all this in the best of conditions and will have losses. Most times if I need 12 I’ll start 16-18 pots just in case......Donald
yes it does, i have a little more seeds to plant then i will start on my family seeds, my bother says i should be living on a farm but living in the city is ok as long as i have an allotment to finish growing my vegetable, happy growing to yea :D :D :D
@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
@ROCKGY1 ... When using chlorinated water let it sit for at least an hour so the chlorine will have time to evaporate. Non chlorinated water such as well water can be used right away. I wouldn’t spend money on bottled water...... Donald
@webcajun... Thanks Donald for the quick info, Donald have you ever try to start pine cone seeds from start, I just planted a bunch of seeds with my son under the light bulbs cfl I hear its very hard to do this it will be my first time im trying to clone from my grandmothers tree she past away 15 years ago that tree was planted when i was born 48 years ago and I would like to grow another one from that tree. thanks.
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.
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.
@MegaM7777 ... if you're doing "everything a tomato plant should have" then they shouldn't be dying on you. You'll have to give me a little more infomation. What are they planted in, are you watering and how often, are you giving them sunlight, etc........ Donald
@webcajun well, I think it's pollinating,I'm also leaving it in one of those cup in a container of water, giving it sunlight from a window, grown inside my house, I use Gardeners Choice(Potting Mix), I keep inside with the rest of the plants(the rest grow fine, just those two tomato plants), the soil is most of the time cold (I warm it up every once in a while), and that's about it, I guess.
lol i love the tape measure part and also wait too the wife is out hahahha you know youve been married along time ha maybe thats why we all like too spend alot of time out in the garden too get some space from the loving wives lol
Started my first fall garden. I was thinking of starting seeds in my window sill, for the upcoming spring. Last year I started the summer crop seedlings in Late December / early January. Which part of the year do you recommend?
I start my seedlings 6-8 weeks before I plan on putting them in the garden. Starting them too early can be a problem, trust me on that one....... Donald
I cant wait to get something growing lol. Im not sure just what that is though, our growing season here is about at an end =/ BUT Im excited about next season! =] Love your videos they are teaching me alot.
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that is foolish to distroy the seed instead of changing it to another container and let it live. Sad there can only be one on each container? there more seeds the more tomatos will sprout.
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!
I started my seeds and they jumped right up, but the got tall and spindly. I still tried to harden off and plant but the died in my bed any advice would be appreiciated.
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, 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
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!
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 started vegetables from seed for the first time this year. I started six tomatoes, (they were about the same size as yours) but only two made it though. I guess it was still a little cool and blustery to take them outside. Oh well, I still have 20 store bought plants that seem to be doing ok! Keep up the good work Donald.
you're funny, that's great..."how do you know what a quarter inch is?" Do people really ask you that? A tape measure.....definetley fool proof, LMAO! I love your videos, very informative and a yankee can never get over that accent...reminds me of a Texan friend of mine......keep up the good work! My seedlings are doing great so far.
You are an inspiration! I have to say, a source to go to if I'm getting trouble with my vegies/plants. I really terribly wanted to grow a cherry tomato. Failed first time, but trying again. It's always summer this part of the world, but heavy rainy season just passed by. How do you know it's time to transplant a tomato plant? In fact, I transplanted 2 into a medium size (1 gallon) polybag already. growing well, almost 1 ft tall, but a bit spindly tall, but the leaves are lacking. Help?
question, do we have to get rid of the two other plants as you did with the tomatos and only have one? what happens if you leave all of them growing? thanks for the vids, rudy [-_-]
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
Thanks. Trying to turn my 40 square foot backyard lawn in NJ into a vegetable garden. I've been watching your vids for info. Garden stuff is real informative but you should put up more cooking vids up too. Your pork videos were amazing for northerners like me.
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
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!
Thank you so much for these videos, I'm starting a garden this spring and will use your advice!! You have just become one of my favorite garden guys, 2nd only to Cisco Morris up here in Seattle, WA Thanks Again!!!
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
the part about sneaking in the kitchen is funny hehe! thanks for the video i need to start my maters and ect. my spring garden took a hit i lost all my potatoes... did not make the row high enough and the garden flooded for a couple days...rotted. but my other stuff has come up just fine.
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?
I have a question about watering. When you use this method, do you always water them from the bottom and not on the tops? And if so, how often do you water the starters?
I almost always bottom water the seedlings, especially once that come up. How often depends on the drying conditions that day. If it is a cloudy day I may not have to water. If the drying conditions are real good I water just about every day. Too much watering is probably the biggest mistake someone can make...... Donald
I always get excited around this time of year. I am so looking forward to tomato season! Being a tomato snob, i only eat tomatoes in season. :) YAY! Spring!
A woman would have never thought about adding an electric drill to her flour sifter in the kitchen. Think how many biscuits could be baked then. LOL Probably will get some hate mail from women on that one....... Donald
No hate mail here, in fact, I'm going to give my husband the sifter and go buy myself a new one! : p You have ideas like my husband, together we have started quite the garden in our NC back yard. I will be uploading some vids soon. Thank you so much for your postings, you inspire me quite a bit, now if I could just get my husband to like okra! Take care. Noreen
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 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
Great video, I know I have to thin out the seedlings, but it kills me to have to do it....LOL. I always leave 2 in the pot, just in case.....and boy do I have a lot of "just in cases"......LOL
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
I knew he was going to hold up a ruler. LOL
MBJB07 3 days ago
Are there really Americans that cannot measure? I work in construction and I started seeing the hispanic kids get into the workforce and not be able to measure. What is the future to bring?
sundogforlove 1 week ago
@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
webcajun 1 week ago
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i really like this. very helpful. nice job.
dayspeace 2 months ago
i like this guy!
zHodgsonnnnn 4 months ago
this was actually really helpful. i just got into gardening and i actually got a school project on tomato growing so this really made things a lot easier for me. thanks
KoalasWhatNot 5 months ago
@KoalasWhatNot ... Glad it helped.......Donald
webcajun 5 months ago
good times :D
gardenguidebook 5 months ago
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
medicjimr 6 months ago
@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
webcajun 6 months ago
how long does it take for tomato seeds to sprout? and is it true that you could root a sucker and and make it grow?
arocha129 7 months ago
@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
webcajun 7 months ago
this town just aint big enough for the two of uss
14paste14 7 months ago
Thank you for all your great tips!
ReddNeckerson 8 months ago
@ReddNeckerson ...Glad they help......Donald
webcajun 8 months ago
I like this guy.
allute 8 months ago
lol your accent is epic :D
regergekowns 8 months ago
@regergekowns ...I have an accent? LOL.......Donald
webcajun 8 months ago
@webcajun yea not a lot but have it a little lol
regergekowns 8 months ago
Great vidio
satellitetune 8 months ago
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
kevingorrellsr 8 months ago
@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
webcajun 8 months ago
Indoor crawdad instructions pleeze, ooooowweeeee1 from Canada.
441rider 8 months ago
what a nice guy, great video thanks. very helpful & god bless
georgesorosisgay1 9 months ago
@georgesorosisgay1 ...Thanks and you're welcome......Donald
webcajun 9 months ago
Dear Donald, the video lighting was very tomato friendly!!
leendog7 9 months ago
@leendog7 ...LOL......Donald
webcajun 9 months ago
Great videos, I definitely enjoy your stuff, keep it up and thanks again!
EZCyclone 10 months ago
@EZCyclone ...Glad you enjoy the videos and you're welcome.......Donald
webcajun 10 months ago
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
EEAquasource 10 months ago
you should try using a hydroponic seed starter...in 2 weeks you can have a huge plant!
EEAquasource 10 months ago
@EEAquasource ...just old fashion I guess. lol.....Donald
webcajun 10 months ago
Thank you :)
onedim23 11 months ago
@onedim23 ...you're welcome......Donald
webcajun 11 months ago
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.
carrottop8311987 11 months ago
@carrottop8311987 ... That mini greenhouse works pretty well for the price. I can't afford a big one, really don't need one......Donald
webcajun 11 months ago
the only thing i dont understand is thinning out the pots
it seems like the seeds are more valuable then the dirt, why not just do one seed per pot and if a pot doesnt grow you are only out one pot, rather then 2-3 seeds per pot
doesnt seem economical
great video, just had to ask the question about thinning thats been bugging me forever
dramey03 1 year ago
@dramey03 ... The first reason I plant more than one seed per pot is the germination rate is not 100%. Not all seeds will come up. The second reason is if I need 12 tomato plants to transplant by a certain date I want to be certain I’ll have at least 12 pots with healthy plants. The average home gardener is not doing all this in the best of conditions and will have losses. Most times if I need 12 I’ll start 16-18 pots just in case......Donald
webcajun 1 year ago
i use worm casting to start my seeds and tissue rolls
swsebrownsugar1888 1 year ago
@swsebrownsugar1888 ... worm castings are good for starting seeds. A 20-30% mix works out well.....Donald
webcajun 1 year ago
@webcajun
yes it does, i have a little more seeds to plant then i will start on my family seeds, my bother says i should be living on a farm but living in the city is ok as long as i have an allotment to finish growing my vegetable, happy growing to yea :D :D :D
swsebrownsugar1888 1 year ago
i use worm casting to start my seeds
swsebrownsugar1888 1 year ago
Mr. Donald. When is the best time in the season to do start this process?
thanks.
goodoleboy17 1 year ago
@goodoleboy17 ... 6-8 weeks before you plan on transplanting the seedlings into the garden........Donald
webcajun 1 year ago
Great job ! thanks !
scopulus93 1 year ago
@scopulus93 ... you're welcom, glad you enjoyed......Donald
webcajun 1 year ago
Do you water the pots on top at all? or just let them in water from the tray?? Thanks!
Jeffrich308 1 year ago
@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
webcajun 1 year ago
Hi Donald, been watching your helpful videos for a few weeks and decided to check out your web page.
It is fantastic, I now have it listed under my FAVORITES right near the top. Keep up the great work!
TheHammer266 1 year ago
@TheHammer266 ... Thanks, glad you enjoy and hope they are helpful........Donald
webcajun 1 year ago
thanks man god bless you
BigRoach1962 1 year ago
@BigRoach1962 ... you're welcome........Donald
webcajun 1 year ago
Hi Donald would it be better to add spring water or faucet water is that fine. Thanks
ROCKGY1 1 year ago
@ROCKGY1 ... When using chlorinated water let it sit for at least an hour so the chlorine will have time to evaporate. Non chlorinated water such as well water can be used right away. I wouldn’t spend money on bottled water...... Donald
webcajun 1 year ago
@webcajun... Thanks Donald for the quick info, Donald have you ever try to start pine cone seeds from start, I just planted a bunch of seeds with my son under the light bulbs cfl I hear its very hard to do this it will be my first time im trying to clone from my grandmothers tree she past away 15 years ago that tree was planted when i was born 48 years ago and I would like to grow another one from that tree. thanks.
ROCKGY1 1 year ago
@ROCKGY1 ... we don't have pine trees in this part of Louisiana so I never tried that. Let me know if it works........Donald
webcajun 1 year ago
@webcajun ....I sure will Donald.
ROCKGY1 1 year ago
@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
ROCKGY1 1 year ago
faty
Silvernight7759 1 year ago
I wish i could have this amazing cups in Thailand.
Thank you for all your vids,I love all of them.
charmingchiangmai 1 year ago
@charmingchiangmai ... you can start them in plastic cups as well.....Donald
webcajun 1 year ago
thanks for the demonstration!
DanceDishTV 1 year ago
@DanceDishTV ... you're welcome.......Donald
webcajun 1 year ago
after watching your video now i think I may have totally screwed up, lol. pretty good video.
SantinoFuentes 1 year ago
@SantinoFuentes ... keep it simple and stick to the basics...... Donald
webcajun 1 year ago
great videos
ingesumadre 1 year ago
@ingesumadre ... thanks..... Donald
webcajun 1 year ago
thank you danold for this nice presentation of Starting Tomato Seeds EZ - Home Vegetable Garden ,helped me alot.
aqsaman 1 year ago
@aqsaman ... glad you enjoyed....... Donald
webcajun 1 year ago
Thanks for the info!
chicagovigilante 1 year ago
@chicagovigilante ... there are probably more ways of doing this than varieties of tomatoes...... Donald
webcajun 1 year ago
Very helpful! Thanks abunch Donald! :)
ColeAnthonyLA 1 year ago
@ColeAnthonyLA ... you're welcome buddy....... Donald
webcajun 1 year ago
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
lotzoso 1 year ago
@lotzoso ... Hey Jeff, sounds like a good practice to follow. I usually start extras just in case........ Donald
webcajun 1 year ago
I followed everything(Everything a tomato plant should have), and I keeps dying.....should i get some mulch, compost, something?
MegaM7777 1 year ago
@MegaM7777 ... if you're doing "everything a tomato plant should have" then they shouldn't be dying on you. You'll have to give me a little more infomation. What are they planted in, are you watering and how often, are you giving them sunlight, etc........ Donald
webcajun 1 year ago
@webcajun well, I think it's pollinating,I'm also leaving it in one of those cup in a container of water, giving it sunlight from a window, grown inside my house, I use Gardeners Choice(Potting Mix), I keep inside with the rest of the plants(the rest grow fine, just those two tomato plants), the soil is most of the time cold (I warm it up every once in a while), and that's about it, I guess.
MegaM7777 1 year ago
@MegaM7777 ... don't let the pot sit in water. That's probably the reason they die on you........ Donald
webcajun 1 year ago
@webcajun (I'm not trying to have along conversation)But, I barely put them in three days ago and they've been dying for a week.........
MegaM7777 1 year ago
what do you do with the ones you snipped out?
TurboGrassHopper 1 year ago
@TurboGrassHopper ... throw them away......... Donald
webcajun 1 year ago
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..
traptfan777 1 year ago
@traptfan777 ... wish you the best of luck with the garden........ Donald
webcajun 1 year ago
Thank for the help! Your videos are great!
CookingGeek 1 year ago
@CookingGeek ... you're welcome...........Donald
webcajun 1 year ago
what if I planted them a bit too early from their season? It's really hot where I live, is that okay?
MegaM7777 1 year ago
@MegaM7777 ... there are heat tolerant tomato varieties that do pretty well. "Heat Wave" is one of them.......... Donald
webcajun 1 year ago
lol i love the tape measure part and also wait too the wife is out hahahha you know youve been married along time ha maybe thats why we all like too spend alot of time out in the garden too get some space from the loving wives lol
wgseagal 1 year ago
@wgseagal ... that is correct....... Donald
webcajun 1 year ago
The tomato seedlings for me always grow all wiry like spaghetti and fizzle out. How do I prevent this?
t445577o 1 year ago
They need more sunlight......... Donald
webcajun 1 year ago
thanks for the help!
tacomonday1 1 year ago
Glad it was helpful...... Donald
webcajun 1 year ago
Started my first fall garden. I was thinking of starting seeds in my window sill, for the upcoming spring. Last year I started the summer crop seedlings in Late December / early January. Which part of the year do you recommend?
ELHIEGER1 2 years ago
I start my seedlings 6-8 weeks before I plan on putting them in the garden. Starting them too early can be a problem, trust me on that one....... Donald
webcajun 2 years ago
I cant wait to get something growing lol. Im not sure just what that is though, our growing season here is about at an end =/ BUT Im excited about next season! =] Love your videos they are teaching me alot.
justmom66 2 years ago
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
webcajun 2 years ago
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that is foolish to distroy the seed instead of changing it to another container and let it live. Sad there can only be one on each container? there more seeds the more tomatos will sprout.
chemtraildanger 2 years ago
They come up so close together that it would be almost impossible to transplant without hurting the one you want to keep......... Donald
webcajun 2 years ago
its called survival of the fittest, if you're one of the hardcore christians that does not believe in abortion then preach that at church, not here
meestere89 2 years ago
Cool! We will use this information for next year! At least we will have the time to get it all together to get the garden in on time.
Thank you:)
Lisa
TheDouglasFarm 2 years ago
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
webcajun 2 years ago
Awesome vids! Thanks for sharing
barrettdp 2 years ago
You're welcome...... Donald
webcajun 2 years ago
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!
ever4ward 2 years ago
We're also having a rainy weekend here so I guess I'll be watching them too. LOL ...... Donald
webcajun 2 years ago
I started my seeds and they jumped right up, but the got tall and spindly. I still tried to harden off and plant but the died in my bed any advice would be appreiciated.
BLuser01 2 years ago
Tall and spindly is a sign of not enough light. If it's warm enough in your area, start them outdoors....... Donald
webcajun 2 years ago
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!
hitmhard 2 years ago
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
webcajun 2 years ago
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!
tennwhitetrash 2 years ago
To stay true to the variety OP seeds are the ones to save....... Donald
webcajun 2 years ago
I heard that a good rule thumb is 2 - 3 times the diameter of the seed is a good planting depth.
billpro 2 years ago
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
webcajun 2 years ago
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lol, you're hilarious.
washad77 2 years ago
I started vegetables from seed for the first time this year. I started six tomatoes, (they were about the same size as yours) but only two made it though. I guess it was still a little cool and blustery to take them outside. Oh well, I still have 20 store bought plants that seem to be doing ok! Keep up the good work Donald.
ELHIEGER1 2 years ago
It's not too late to start some more...... Donald
webcajun 2 years ago
Thank you! Very helpful!
mamaland 2 years ago
You're welcome...... Donald
webcajun 2 years ago
you're funny, that's great..."how do you know what a quarter inch is?" Do people really ask you that? A tape measure.....definetley fool proof, LMAO! I love your videos, very informative and a yankee can never get over that accent...reminds me of a Texan friend of mine......keep up the good work! My seedlings are doing great so far.
thegoodsellfamily 2 years ago
Yes they do...... Donald
webcajun 2 years ago
smiles loved it :)
TnWormsCastings 2 years ago
Thanks...... Donald
webcajun 2 years ago
You are an inspiration! I have to say, a source to go to if I'm getting trouble with my vegies/plants. I really terribly wanted to grow a cherry tomato. Failed first time, but trying again. It's always summer this part of the world, but heavy rainy season just passed by. How do you know it's time to transplant a tomato plant? In fact, I transplanted 2 into a medium size (1 gallon) polybag already. growing well, almost 1 ft tall, but a bit spindly tall, but the leaves are lacking. Help?
rudanici 2 years ago
Can you email a picture to me?...... Donald
webcajun 2 years ago
question, do we have to get rid of the two other plants as you did with the tomatos and only have one? what happens if you leave all of them growing? thanks for the vids, rudy [-_-]
hiphopsocnroc 2 years ago
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
webcajun 2 years ago
Another helpful vid, thanks Donald! =D
yoursubzzzhere 2 years ago
You're welcome...... Donald
webcajun 2 years ago
Great job there Donald. Hope you recieve a great supply of yields and many more to go. Keep up the great work.
Yashu008 2 years ago
Thanks...... Donald
webcajun 2 years ago
HA! Very clever power sifter there!
sohc287 2 years ago
Time saver...... Donald
webcajun 2 years ago
Where do you get your potting soil from? Do you just purchase it in bulk or do you create your own compost???
melonbarmonster 2 years ago
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
webcajun 2 years ago
Thanks. Trying to turn my 40 square foot backyard lawn in NJ into a vegetable garden. I've been watching your vids for info. Garden stuff is real informative but you should put up more cooking vids up too. Your pork videos were amazing for northerners like me.
melonbarmonster 2 years ago
Will try to do a few more cooking vids this year. Have to be careful not to have too many honorary Cajuns running around up north...... Donald
webcajun 2 years ago
nice!!!
theproducegarden 2 years ago
Thanks...... Donald
webcajun 2 years ago
You better sneak the flour sifter outa the house! lol
alagumbo 2 years ago
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
webcajun 2 years ago
thanks for posting this. Gotta get started!
alagumbo 2 years ago
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
webcajun 2 years ago
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!
ShushLorraine 2 years ago
Thank you so much for these videos, I'm starting a garden this spring and will use your advice!! You have just become one of my favorite garden guys, 2nd only to Cisco Morris up here in Seattle, WA Thanks Again!!!
kammiandcodysmom 2 years ago
Let us know how your're coming along with your garden. Thanks ...... Donald
webcajun 2 years ago
Your videos are always helpful and I like the video quality. Nice and clear. Fell like I am there. Thanks.
taviyo 2 years ago
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
webcajun 2 years ago
I hope it stops raining over here cause you just reminded me, I forgot to open some drainage for my corn...... Donald
webcajun 2 years ago
the part about sneaking in the kitchen is funny hehe! thanks for the video i need to start my maters and ect. my spring garden took a hit i lost all my potatoes... did not make the row high enough and the garden flooded for a couple days...rotted. but my other stuff has come up just fine.
ohhyeahzulu 2 years ago
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?
62sarina 2 years ago
Same one I used for the onions. Google the Hatfield Transplanter and check out the 2.5 inch model...... Donald
webcajun 2 years ago
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.....
jstrunck 2 years ago
Just don't get caught...... Donald
webcajun 2 years ago
great video webcajun!
Pimporly 2 years ago
Thank you...... Donald
webcajun 2 years ago
Great video!!
I LOVE the power sifter. what a great idea.
I have a question about watering. When you use this method, do you always water them from the bottom and not on the tops? And if so, how often do you water the starters?
Thanks!
scutter4christ 2 years ago
I almost always bottom water the seedlings, especially once that come up. How often depends on the drying conditions that day. If it is a cloudy day I may not have to water. If the drying conditions are real good I water just about every day. Too much watering is probably the biggest mistake someone can make...... Donald
webcajun 2 years ago
I always get excited around this time of year. I am so looking forward to tomato season! Being a tomato snob, i only eat tomatoes in season. :) YAY! Spring!
Octahoney 2 years ago
I could smell the tomatoes when I was thinning them out in the video. I can't wait either...... Donald
webcajun 2 years ago
Thank you so much for all your wisdom....
God Bless...
freedomintheus 2 years ago
Just trying to keep it as simple as it really is. Thanks...... Donald
webcajun 2 years ago
Great tips...especially the one about doubling the peat pot trays. :) Thanks for another great video! I'll have to check out your forums.
greentxmama 2 years ago
Check it out and join us, will be glad to have you....... Donald
webcajun 2 years ago
Really great vid! Thanks:)
morningmayan 2 years ago
You're welcome...... Donald
webcajun 2 years ago
Glad to see a tomato video, keep 'em coming!
ELHIEGER1 2 years ago
It's that time of the year for most folks. Spring is coming soon...... Donald
webcajun 2 years ago
@ 2:50 AAAAAAAARRRRRRRRR power sifter...LOL.
thank you sir, well done. thanks for sharing very helpful
evcrawfish 2 years ago
A woman would have never thought about adding an electric drill to her flour sifter in the kitchen. Think how many biscuits could be baked then. LOL Probably will get some hate mail from women on that one....... Donald
webcajun 2 years ago
Donald I think that's the coolest thing. : )
Love you videos!
shellmoon123 2 years ago
Thank you...... Donald
webcajun 2 years ago
No hate mail here, in fact, I'm going to give my husband the sifter and go buy myself a new one! : p You have ideas like my husband, together we have started quite the garden in our NC back yard. I will be uploading some vids soon. Thank you so much for your postings, you inspire me quite a bit, now if I could just get my husband to like okra! Take care. Noreen
atticus9799 2 years ago
Hey Noreen... start him out on the microwave okra I did in the video. Quick, easy and real good...... Donald
webcajun 2 years ago
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!
scarcherpilot 2 years ago
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
webcajun 2 years ago
very helpfull indeed
catjr5465 2 years ago
Thanks...... Donald
webcajun 2 years ago
Great video, I know I have to thin out the seedlings, but it kills me to have to do it....LOL. I always leave 2 in the pot, just in case.....and boy do I have a lot of "just in cases"......LOL
BLBMZ 2 years ago
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
webcajun 2 years ago