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Re: coldframe questions....

I have another cold frame question:  I haven't started my flower or
vegetable seeds yet -- should I start them in my cold frame or in the
house first?

Jill Zimmerman
Issaquah WA,  USDA Zone 7

EVA THORN wrote:

> Hi Dawn,
>
> For your information, I made a cold frame out of hay bales last fall
> to overwinter pots of perennial seedlings and small shrubs.
> Unfortunately, mice found the cold frame and made it their home,
> consuming most of the plants. Most annoying. Hopefully you will not
> have the same experience this time of the year.
>
> I would think a southern exposure is best. You could probably put the
> seedlings out right now, especially if you cover the frame with an
> extra blanket if frost is expected. Keep the seedlings shaded to
> begin with and increase the sun exposure over two weeks or so. Good
> ventilation on sunny days is important. Good luck!
>
> Eva Thorn
> Solon, Ohio z5 (last frost May 17)
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