I just got my hands on some seeds for indoor gardening. Some herbs and leafy greens can be cultivated in the right environment, I think, so this could work. Through researching I've found some good guides that cover thinning, trimming, and the germination process. Now I just need to figure out the best potting soil or fertilizer to buy, or if there's any way to get by with what I have in compost. Does anyone have any other tips or suggestions for making sure these grow into healthy plants? Thank you!
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picture of seeds sorted for indoor use, deep root and challenging, and outdoor prefered, along with my makeshift seed starting tray
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Compost
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proposed pots for mature plants
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proposed herb windowsill containters
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One issue might be ensuring that they get enough light. Even on a windowsill the light is reduced by the glass and will be one sided. If you can put something reflective behind them to reflect the daylight back onto them that might help them grow less leggy. Of course in a South facing window they could get quite hot as well, which can dry them out.
One tip from my Mum is to put a wooden stick into the soil. Then you can pull the stick out and feel for dampness. When in a pot the compost may be damper underneath than it looks on the top. Overwatering is supposed to kill more houseplants than underwatering.
Good luck with your indoor plotting!
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