Re: tomatoes and stuff.
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- Subject: Re: tomatoes and stuff.
- From: J* a* K* K* <k*@tstonramp.com>
- Date: Mon, 21 Dec 1998 16:58:53 -0800
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Thanks for the hints. You have all been helpful in keeping from me from
giving up on them. (I am a gardner with some ADD problems...or type A
personality....i's just gotta sprout within a week or else!!!)
>In a message dated 12/20/98 6:16:38 PM EST, kerch@tstonramp.com writes:
>
><< I would appreciate any foolproof ways with carrot growing! >>
>
>Foolproof? Sorry, I can't claim that for any advice I give. I have been
>growing carrots for 5 or 6 years, and have pretty consistent results though.
>
>I scratch or 'dig' a row about 1/4" deep. Sow the seed about 3 or 4 to the
>inch. I cover/fill the row with potting soil. The potting soil holds
>moisture real well, but can wash away easily.
>
>Others have mentioned covering the bed with plastic or a board after sowing
>the seeds. The idea is to keep the soil moist until all the seeds sprout.
>IMHO, keeping the soil damp is by far the most important step. I've also
>heard that covering the bed with burlap works well. The burlap keeps the
seed
>from washing away and should be kept moist by frequent watering. (I've never
>actually tried burlap).
>
>You must be patient. I've had spring-time seeds take 3 weeks to sprout.
>Finally, thin them out. I guess it depends on the variety, but 2" apart is
>the very minimum for me.
>
>HTH
>Tom
>
