Re:
George-
You've got me going, I am a die hard transplanted. I believe that I can
transplant so carefully before the roots reach the sides of the pots that
there is no damage to the root system. This allows me an earlier start
because I can not afford to heat all sites in my patch to the degree necessary
for healthy plants. I also feel I have better control with starting the
plants in one location were I can observe them every couple hours without
making a patch tour. Another advantage to starting pots is that I can start
before the ground is thawed enough to work with our tractors (a gamble that it
will be in time to transplant, but I am a risk taker). I recommend 5 to 50
gallon pots for least shock at transplant. 50 gallon is best, but might be
difficult to maneuver. Any other comments from the direct supporters, or the
indirect. I will concede that if you can direct seed and create the proper
environment in your hill for the seed and seedling this is best, but it is
impractical for some of us (no electric in the patch).
Nic Welty
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