growing seeds

Just as I did last Spring I am growing an organic vegetable garden on my patio and just as last year I am getting a later start on it that I would have liked. Early March I started growing seeds in a contraption I made using egg cartons and empty toilet paper rolls cut into thirds.

I am attempting to grow a slightly larger garden than last year (to be able to share with Steph, my friend and neighbor, and possibly have some to freeze or dry to last throught winter and share with others). So far my planted seeds include: basil, oregano, cilantro, thyme, chives, 2 types of lettuce, carrots, and green onions. I filled each reservoir with potting soil, planted the seeds according to each ones individual instructions and then watered as needed (about every other day).

They sat absorbing light through my sliding glass doors for a few weeks.

They all sprouted at their own pace but once grown enough, I transplanted the seedlings into pots outside. I also started a second set of seeds for the lettuce, carrots and green onions so I will have product ready in cycles so it's not all ready for consumption at the exact same time. I plan to continue doing this with more seeds until I run out of room.

Also planted outside (because these seeds are not meant to be transplanted) are Blue Lake Green Beans and sugar snap peas (both an addition from last year). Also planted are a bell pepper plant, tomato plant, and strawberries which all started from small plants rather than seeds. I am hoping for lots of sun and a garden full of large yield this Spring and Summer!

Coming soon: Pictures of my patio garden all planted and growing fast!