[CH] Seed Starters

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My preference is Peters Sterile Seed starting medium  It can been purchased
in as little as 4 qts. (IIRC)

Several reasons
1. Only 1 bag to mess with.
2. Sterile  also means no bugs and no diseases.
3. Neutral pH,  I can adjust the way I want.

In use,  the 1st time only I was wetting  with a 10% 5-10-5 or 4-12-4.
(trying cow tea this year)


A few thoughts against  garden soil.
1. around here it is usually frozen when I start seeds anyways.
2.  In the garden,  IR and UV radiation from the sun helps keep many
bacteria and fungi in check, Also air movement When you bring it in the
house those "Helpers" are no longer there.
3.  Seed starting mediums and potting soils allow for better drainage than
most soils.

Just a few other thoughts
Lord Byron

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