Starting Seeds Early Without Grow Lights
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Күн бұрынWant to start your seeds early, but don't have grow lights?
This video demonstrates several techniques of starting seeds early without grow lights, so you can get a jump start on the growing season!
I share 4 methods of starting seeds without grow lights, as well as a trick for an affordable grow light set up-- in case you have your heart set on using grow lights!
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00:00 Intro
00:33 Starting Seeds Early in a Window
03:30 A Trick to Window Growing!
07:08 Starting Seeds Early using Winter Sowing
08:58 Starting Seeds Early using Cold Frames or Low Tunnels
14:08 Starting Seeds Early using a Greenhouse
16:06 BONUS: Starting Seeds Early using Grow Lights-- on the cheap!
#zone6gardening #seedstarting #ohiogardening
@GardenerScott 2 жыл бұрын
Great information, Jenna. It was wonderful that you showed how plants react differently when exposed to lower light levels. The options you show make this a very informative video.
@slhemp3556 2 жыл бұрын
Totally! 👍🏾
@GrowfullywithJenna 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much!
@southjerseyghost3500 2 жыл бұрын
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@joannanoob8159 2 жыл бұрын
@@slhemp3556 lol
@sharoncameron2251 2 жыл бұрын
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@joan-lisa-smith 2 жыл бұрын
For those starting seeds with a drafty old house like mine (15c/60f at night) I cover the seedlings at night with a cotton folded sheet (don't use plastic or you get condensation) and shove several small pop bottles I fill with hot water under there with them. This fixed my issue of seeds that need more heat to germinate like sweet peepers. I just discovered you, sub'd and hit the bell. Great info, glad I've discovered you.
@GrowfullywithJenna 2 жыл бұрын
Great tip- thank you, Jo
@joan-lisa-smith 2 жыл бұрын
@@GrowfullywithJenna Hey just grabbed some boxes today and set up your tin foil idea. The boxes have a lip around the edge so once stood on their side the seedling cups sit inside...this means I can lift each box easily to move groups of seedlings to sit on other window ledges as the sun moves. Such a great idea, thanks again.
@GrowfullywithJenna 2 жыл бұрын
@@joan-lisa-smith Nice!
@krymsonshenk6050 5 ай бұрын
Thanks for the tip
@NWOisUponUs Жыл бұрын
Finally found someone suffering from lack of sun like me, in Pennsylvania. This will be my first attempt at starting seeds. Till I found you I was going to give up, thanks to you, I'm going for it. Keep those videos coming I will need you through my venture for sure!!
@GrowfullywithJenna Жыл бұрын
Best of luck! I'd love to hear how the seed starting goes for you!
@rachelgalus 2 жыл бұрын
I’m elated to see all the # of comments on this video. People need to see your videos. You are the most knowledgeable grower I have seen on KZfaq. We all need to grow food and grow it well. Most garden you tubers are southern or Florida/Cali. We need your unique perspective here. Thank you for taking the time to teach us.
@GrowfullywithJenna 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much, Rachel- I truly appreciate this!
@brandihagerty958 3 ай бұрын
Same! I live in Zone 6 in PA. Both you and MIGardener. I love that we are on the same schedule. I get so jealous of the gardeners further south that can grown much earlier and longer. I feel so bad for those who live even further north.
@mollygonzalez8454 Жыл бұрын
Thank you Jenna for your window reflector trick! You rock! Literally the day after I watched your video, my grow light decided to burn out, leaving dozens of baby seedlings in the dark. My property is North-facing Zone 5b, but luckily I was able to utilize the one south-facing window I have and I rigged up a similar reflector panel, and the seedlings are thriving, not one has reached for the window yet!
@GrowfullywithJenna Жыл бұрын
I'm so glad to hear this, Molly!!
@jamespalmerministries6131 2 жыл бұрын
Jenna great idea with the reflector box in the window.
@GrowfullywithJenna 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks! I was pleasantly surprised with how well it worked!
@SiriusScientist 2 жыл бұрын
My first year seed starting we lived in a small apartment in Boston. I tried to use huge south facing windows my first year, but our apartment was on the 12th floor and the windows were too cold for some of what I tried to start. I then used a metal shelf in a corner of the room that fit one 1020 tray per shelf, and 2ft shop lights I got for $15. Worked great! I used a version of that set up, expanding what I started when we moved to a slightly bigger apartment (we initially planted in a friend’s yard, then got a community plot we used for two years). We now have a house with 2 acres north of the city and it will be my first year in our new garden. I did a winter garden with container micro tomatoes this winter and that turned out great (using my seedling lights).
@GrowfullywithJenna 2 жыл бұрын
Glad to hear you found a setup that worked for you AND that you've got a new garden this year-- that's so exciting!
@Godwinpounds4333 2 жыл бұрын
Hello 👋 dear, how are you doing?
@CrMizer 2 жыл бұрын
Congratulations on moving to your new home, 2 acres is a big step from a community garden. I know you will be so happy planting your garden this year. 😄 happy planting & may you have a great harvest
@oldtymeliving4198 2 жыл бұрын
Love your German Shepard just chilling out in the sun and brought back memories of ruby my Belgium Shepard She was the smartest most faithful dog I ever had. Keep showing people how to grow their own food. I really believe that growing you own food is becoming more a necessity than it is for fun anymore. Have a great day.
@GrowfullywithJenna 2 жыл бұрын
Ruby sounds like a wonderful dog! I absolutely agree and hope that more folks become interested in learning how to grow their own. Take care!
@ghostridergale 2 жыл бұрын
@@GrowfullywithJenna we’re getting into the gardening with a vengeance! LOL Our ground is all clay and the ground not exactly level either. So far I’ve bought 48 yards of 3 way garden soil at just under $2,000.00 and probably be adding another $1,000.00 in garden soil yet. My garden size will be at least 300 ft by 50ft. Garden soil starts out roughly 6” thick and at the other end is roughly 18” thick so the garden going to be pretty level. There’s another 100ft by 50 ft that has 3 raised bed 12ft by 8 ft and 18” high. Then there’s 6 4ft by 4ft by 12” deep raised garden bed tables on legs that’s 36” high off the ground for my wife to plant and harvest shorter growing plants in cause my wife has bone to bone knees and can’t bend down to even get close to doing anything at ground level. But she’s always been a huge gardener fan and just never had anyone to help her get the kind of garden she’s always wanted. Till she met me anyway! LOL we’re not wealthy people and as much easier it be to move 48 yards of 3 way garden soil around and getting it all leveled out. I’m actually doing it all by hand with just a shovel one shovel of soil at a time! Almost got the last of the 48 yards spread out in the garden area as level as you’ll ever get it! But still need at least another 24 yards to finish up the full length and width of the garden. Then I guess I’ll be putting down woven fabric over the top of the 3 way soil so hopefully I won’t need to do much if any weeding? But I’ll be pulling off the woven fabric after this growing season and adding wood chips to the 3 way soil to compost a little over the winter before putting the woven fabric back on just before next spring to get ready for more plants next year too. Adding the wood chips cause I still need the 3 way garden soil area to come up another 18” to be completely level over the full roughly 450ft by 50ft. Once I get it leveled out completely, I’m planning on building a huge greenhouse over the whole garden area myself using most the trees I have on the property for wood to make the frame. Quite the chore for a 65 year old guy, not to mention disabled from severe neuropathy the last 25 years too. Just take it one day at a time and do as much as I can. Start all over the next day! Never have to worry about getting bored. Plenty of things to do here! LOL
@oldtymeliving4198 2 жыл бұрын
@@ghostridergale my town has a recycling center. If you buy a sticker for $35 they have compost and you can take as much as you want. Your town might have something like this at the dump our recycling center. Add it to your soil and help cut your costs and add nutrients. Sometimes the local tree cutters will get free chips away. And they’re not treated with any chemicals for the great the layover you’re gone if your garden is not directly next to your house. Just some thoughts maybe help you cut costs as money doesn’t go anywhere as far as it used to. Have a great day Wayne
@723snoopy Жыл бұрын
The foil set up is genius!!
@GrowfullywithJenna Жыл бұрын
Apparently you can do the same thing with white paper as it does a great job reflecting back the light- either way, the additional light has helped my seedlings a lot!!
@Tonihaddock 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for having a nice modulated voice not loud and ear splitting, or talking. About non relevant topics. Subscribing.
@GrowfullywithJenna 2 жыл бұрын
You are welcome. Thank you for subscribing- I appreciate the support!
@ZEUStheKingGermanShepherd Жыл бұрын
Yes!!!! 💯💯💯💯
@itsporkroll3401 2 жыл бұрын
Aussie sighting! I made a few cold frames this season. The best so far was the simplest, 2 clear plastic basement window well covers taped together. Maybe a bit of overkill on the coldest parts of jan/feb, but around the inside edge I put some bricks to soak up the sun during the day and release the warmth over night. You can fit alot of seedlings inside!
@rg-mi5hh 2 жыл бұрын
Good idea!
@GrowfullywithJenna 2 жыл бұрын
😄 Good eye! And great idea on the window well covers and bricks- thank you for sharing!
@norxgirl1 2 жыл бұрын
Where did you get the window well covers? Great idea!!!
@itsporkroll3401 2 жыл бұрын
@@norxgirl1 I got them at Home Depot
@barbaravance6774 2 жыл бұрын
That's such a wonderful idea!
@Selahsmum 11 ай бұрын
You are so kind and we are so spoiled that you do such thorough videos for us! God bless you!
@GrowfullywithJenna 11 ай бұрын
So nice of you! Thank you!
@jeanscruggs812 Жыл бұрын
I'm 68, have not grown so much as a weed, but for food security purposes, want to gain gardening knowledge/skills. I do not have the space or $ for grow lights and so, it appeared my garden was doomed to fail. Thank you so much for "shedding some light" on this gloomy subject. You truly are a Godsend to this elderly newbie.
@GrowfullywithJenna Жыл бұрын
I'm so glad to hear you've decided to gain gardening knowledge & skills- that's awesome, Jean!
@donnacotter7572 2 жыл бұрын
It's my first year using lights. I couldn't afford grow lights and am using six, 6500K, 5000 lumen LED shop lights. I line my shelves with cardboard to catch any drips from removing domes, etc. for safety sake. I use a mylar blanket to reflect the light back and I also use some extra hooks to tilt the lights toward the center a bit to get better coverage. I'm already out of room and have so much more to grow!! Thanks for these alternatives.
@GrowfullywithJenna 2 жыл бұрын
Sounds like you've got a good setup going, Donna! I feel like that's a common problem for gardeners-- we're always running out of room with so much more to grow 😄
@suzanneweary9739 2 жыл бұрын
You don't know how much I needed this video. Fingers crossed! Thank you, Jenna
@GrowfullywithJenna 2 жыл бұрын
Oh good- I'm glad to hear that, Suzanne! Best of luck!
@rebeccazody1278 2 жыл бұрын
Yay! Winter sowing is great! I have 120 jugs out right now. 1/2 are flowers.
@GrowfullywithJenna 2 жыл бұрын
How fun!!
@marianmurphy5385 2 жыл бұрын
If you need heat to germinate seeds..I’ve found that using an electric drying airier works..especially if you use that trick of putting seeds on damp kitchen paper in a plastic sandwich bag..just pop on top something you’ve put on the dryer
@GrowfullywithJenna 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing
@carolynsteele5116 2 жыл бұрын
Really great episode with really good information! I do pretty much all these methods and found them all to be effective. The cold frames work well if I’m home and available to keep adjusting the lids for excessive heat and cold. Winter sowing is set and pretty much forget, and covered hoop rows are excellent. but for optimal results I use fluorescent light with T5 bulbs set very close to the plants. We get the lights free from people remodeling their kitchens and my hubby adds an electrical plug.
@GrowfullywithJenna 2 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it! And thanks for sharing your experience with all the different techniques!
@ronndapagan 2 жыл бұрын
Thankhwnk you for providing a garden channel from Ohio. I live in the southwest Ohio about an hour north of Cincinnati and in the general area of Insterstate 75 and 70 . I have two green houses. One is the portable and the other is the aluminum 8ft by 6ft. I started with container gardening last year latearound the end of May and around the middle of June. The starter grow kits did produce somewhat inside but when I took them outside they stopped. When I returned from my birthday visit with my dad and younger brother in Arizona, I bought starter plants from Lowes, Home Depot and Walmart to get a head start on my garden. My seed tray did not produce any of the seeeds that I planted. By September, I puchased the aluminum 6ft by 8ft greenhouse to try to grow food through the fall and winter but that didn't work. Also the panels of my aluminum greenhouse have to be gorilla taped to the frame. This year, I plan to make a wooden frame for both greenhouses and a platform to put my various containers on in my backyard. I like the idea of a cold frame because I tried to grow some vegetables over the winter and they are just starting to sprout. Thank you for bringing gardening to Ohio.
@GrowfullywithJenna 2 жыл бұрын
You are welcome! I'm just about 45 minutes straight north of you! Sounds like you've got a lot going on there-- I hope your wooden frames for the greenhouses go well. Happy gardening!
@barbaraperry2796 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I have been looking ALL over trying to find out how to do this without grow lights. Much appreciated!
@GrowfullywithJenna 2 жыл бұрын
Glad I could help!
@calirazpotnik6868 2 жыл бұрын
We don't have South facing windows but we get alot of morning sun in the front of the house and my Pinocchio Dwarf Tomatoes have done great in the windows, so hoping the foil and cardboard would works for some seedlings. Our little ville is small and supported glass factory workers in the early 1800s when the rails were the only method of transportation unless by horse. We have tons of Sun through the growing season. We are in the same zone as you in SW PA. I find your videos very helpful as this 2022 season is my 2nd garden. Thanks for all your help! I would be lost if it wasn't for the Gardening KZfaqrs! Many Thanks!
@GrowfullywithJenna 2 жыл бұрын
I'm glad to hear you've got a nice sunny spot, and that you finding the videos helpful. I hope this gardening season is a great one for you!
@LashusJourney 2 жыл бұрын
Great video, it was very informative and straight forward. I started my seeds in February, I put them next to the window where the sunlight at, and it worked well. Thanks for sharing.
@GrowfullywithJenna 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks! I'm glad to hear your seedlings are doing well!
@dera22351 Жыл бұрын
GREAT ADVICE!! I'm soooo excited about starting earlier this year. Last year was my first year with a garden in all of my adult life and I'M OBSESSED!!
@GrowfullywithJenna Жыл бұрын
Yes! Another obsessed gardener- it makes me so happy to hear this!
@russb8151 2 жыл бұрын
It's very common to overlook things like replacement of light bulbs.You could make a video,just based on that🤔.Along with power consumption, initial costs,heat transfer,how far away the light should be,etc,etc.UV light.. differences is light bulb design, efficiency, lumens per watt...etc,etc.
@GrowfullywithJenna 2 жыл бұрын
Great idea- thank you! Definitely a winter project for me though.
@cindyeasterling6917 2 жыл бұрын
Great ideas! I started the milk jugs cold sowing this time and they're working great! I'm going to try the aluminum foil method now and see how well it works for me. I really didn't want to invest in the grow light set-up just yet. Thanks for the advice!
@GrowfullywithJenna 2 жыл бұрын
I'm glad to hear the cold sowing is doing well for you- that gives me hope!
@kadesooknanan8933 2 жыл бұрын
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@donnajoy6951 Жыл бұрын
I am happy to have found you this morning. I am a week behind sowing my seeds and was mad because I thought there was no hope... but here you are with HOPE. Getting started today using the foil method. I am here in TEXAS Zone 8A so I do have a south facing window in an enclosed patio so I will prepare the setup today... sitting here excited already at the possibilities. 😀
@GrowfullywithJenna Жыл бұрын
So glad to hear this! Happy sowing!
@ghostridergale 2 жыл бұрын
I think it you turn your plants 180 degrees everyday while the plants are in your windows will help your plants from stretching towards the windows so much!
@GrowfullywithJenna 2 жыл бұрын
It certainly helps, but doesn't completely prevent stretching. They still want to stretch, but the plant stems will be straighter if you switch them back and forth like this.
@virginiaseedsskogen2038 Жыл бұрын
The tomatoes can be repotted, placing the stems deeper into to dirt, burying them halfway up the stem or so. The stem will grow more roots, the roots system will be good and strong by the time you plant them outside.
@GrowfullywithJenna Жыл бұрын
Absolutely!
@jcl5345 2 жыл бұрын
I have been looking a long time for someone to talk about starting seedlings indoors without grow lights. All I can find is "not recommended, you should use grow lights." I think that throughout history, gardeners have tried to get a jump on their growing season indoors - noone had grow lights. (when I was young, the only people who did were the pot growers. I'm sure some of our ancestors were clever enough to rig up workable solutions. I thought about using mirrors in front of a window, just a thought, haven't tried it. Thanks for the logical answers, I'm glad to hear solutions, not absolutes.
@GrowfullywithJenna 2 жыл бұрын
I agree with you 100%- I always try to think about how folks did things before we had all these 'advancements' in technology 😄. I also don't believe there are many absolutes in gardening!
@lupitaladechicagovlogs980 Жыл бұрын
Hello. I;m in Chicago and I really, really want to thank you for this video. You made my day with the idea of the "Reflecting" thing that I'll use in the next week with my peppers and tomatoes
@GrowfullywithJenna Жыл бұрын
Hello Lupita! Best of luck with your peppers and tomatoes!
@peterwong1231 Жыл бұрын
Loved your idea of the reflective box! Will be using this idea in the next season.
@GrowfullywithJenna Жыл бұрын
Hope it works well for you, Peter!
@Javaman92 2 жыл бұрын
I recently moved from Ashtabula County, Ohio back to my childhood home area in upstate NY. Right on the shore of Lake Ontario, also 6a. I managed to get garlic in the ground before winter set in. Now I'm getting excited to get a garden in here. Spring is almost here! :-D
@GrowfullywithJenna 2 жыл бұрын
Lovely! Enjoy that new garden!
@terryeichler351 2 жыл бұрын
Thank You for the aluminum-covered cardboard box idea. I'll try this with some daylily seeds.
@GrowfullywithJenna 2 жыл бұрын
You're welcome- best of luck!
@heathermacdonald6404 Жыл бұрын
Love that reflective box! Thanks!
@GrowfullywithJenna Жыл бұрын
You are welcome!
@franksinatra1070 2 жыл бұрын
Time to get excited about getting things started! I put some radish, lettuce and arugula seeds in Mar 1 under my poly tunnels. I never tried to put things in the ground this early. It's warm right now and they may germinate in the next couple days but I'm nervous about next weekend when it may get down to the low 20's. We'll see how they do.
@GrowfullywithJenna 2 жыл бұрын
I was debating doing the same! I hope they stay snug & warm in those poly tunnels!
@kathleenorourke6917 2 жыл бұрын
Love your show! ❤️ You get right to the information we need!
@GrowfullywithJenna 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Kathleen!
@MikeV607 2 ай бұрын
I'm using 4' 4800LM, 5000k daylight LED shop lights and they do a great job for seed starting. Oh, I also use Mylar tented over the lights to reflect light back to the plants. 😊
@GrowfullywithJenna 2 ай бұрын
Thanks for the tips!
@iyanla647 Жыл бұрын
So, so useful this video (well to be honest all of your videos speaks so much to me😍). Many of this methods I already use for years in my garden (zone 6, Romania). Thank you for all the inspiration and info I get watching your videos. Have a great gardening year!
@GrowfullywithJenna Жыл бұрын
Thank you! I hope you have a great gardening year as well!
@alancoughlin 2 жыл бұрын
Excellent excellent job! You are such a good communicator and so organized - very very useful! Thank you!
@GrowfullywithJenna 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much, Alan!
@MaryBornforHealth 2 жыл бұрын
I'm in Michigan and I too started winter sowing for the first time. Very excited to see how it turns out.
@GrowfullywithJenna 2 жыл бұрын
I hope it goes well for you, Mary!
@carolynsteele-pv1ls Жыл бұрын
Very well-done and informative! I use shop lights with T-8 bulbs for my seedlings and keep them about 2” above the plants. Get excellent results!
@laurajohnson7836 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the reflecting box, this is genius. I also live on OH and I was going to start my seeds this weekend but couldn’t get to it today. I also didn’t want to start them to early so they didn’t get leggy. LOVE this, I am doing it today.
@GrowfullywithJenna 2 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful, Laura! Happy planting!
@teresaabney1532 3 ай бұрын
Hi Jenna! This is Glenn from Layton Utah. I live in zone 5 and start a lot of my vegetables from seed indoors, tomatoes, peppers, and onions. This year I tried your reflective grow boxes They worked wonderful. They are in south-west windows. I am also trying your frost cloth covering with my onions and carrots for the first time .I so enjoy your videos and the information that you give. Thanks!
@GrowfullywithJenna 3 ай бұрын
I’m so glad to hear this worked well for you!!
@CBsGreenhouseandGarden 2 жыл бұрын
Great info Mrs. Jenna. Stay safe and have a wonderful weekend.
@GrowfullywithJenna 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! You too!
@asohnuh Жыл бұрын
I have done this trick with the foil wrap in the past. It works great.
@GrowfullywithJenna Жыл бұрын
Good to know!
@stevemindham520 Жыл бұрын
We have used the reflective box to great effect for many years. We elevate the box in the window to get even more light and warmth.
@GrowfullywithJenna Жыл бұрын
Great idea!
@coloradoprofessionalinspec720 2 жыл бұрын
I got my whole light setup from Walmart. Each 4ft LED shop light fixture was $19 and the Shelf was $90. All in the hardware section of Walmart. It's working really well. Also I bought a cheap timer there for six bucks and I am running lights for 20 hours a day.
@GrowfullywithJenna 2 жыл бұрын
Good deal!
@kiravanderzanden Жыл бұрын
As a Zone 9B gardener, I should be able to direct sow everything for summer, but this year, we're still in the 60s during the day despite June starting tomorrow, and my summer crops are mad at me. And, the snails are vicious and loving this cool weather, so the seedlings that DO pop up outside are quickly mowed down by these hordes of slimey garden demons. So... my kitchen cart is situated under my kitchen window and are now full of seedling pots where I'm trying to get cucumbers and squashes large enough to transplant and have a chance of surviving. These tips are so helpful!! Especially since I'm really unused to starting seedlings indoors....
@PeleLua1 2 жыл бұрын
Great information and tips! You are very easy to understand and follow. Thank you! So happy I stumbled upon your channel 😊
@GrowfullywithJenna 2 жыл бұрын
I'm glad to hear this- thank you!
@ericaharris6897 Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! I was discouraged at even starting my plants inside due to the many people saying you can't! I appreciate this so much and can't wait ti get started! I can't do grow lights right (money) and this is the first year I have even tried to grow plants! Thank you so much for showing me because I am honestly not sure what I'm doing! This will be a trial and error deal!
@noraalvarado8178 2 жыл бұрын
What a great video!! So much good infomation with so many different options for all of us.
@GrowfullywithJenna 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Nora!
@dianegreiner4054 2 жыл бұрын
Great information and delivery! New subscriber. Greetings from Michigan! 😊
@Godwinpounds4333 2 жыл бұрын
Hi 👋 Diane, how are you doing?
@GrowfullywithJenna 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much, Diane! I appreciate the support!
@squange20 2 жыл бұрын
Super informative video Jenna. We live in NZ in the North Island where we don’t get snow, and while our winters are quite mild, our temperatures do dip into the low 3 to 5C with some frosts. So the first plantings of veg did not yield half as much as we would’ve liked, so we are adopting a different approach this time, and will also start with seed sowing. Since it’s not overly cold here in the winter, we’ll use a small cold frame without heat or lights, and hopefully see some results. I’ll report back to you on how that works out. Thank you for the very helpful videos.
@GrowfullywithJenna 2 жыл бұрын
That sounds like a good plan! I hope it works well for you!
@richardzanormuss3196 2 жыл бұрын
I used to put my pot seeds in a damp paper towel, sandwich bag, then put in my sock drawer. Two-three days had a nice root and there you go.
@GrowfullywithJenna 2 жыл бұрын
Curious why the sock drawer?
@richardzanormuss3196 2 жыл бұрын
@@GrowfullywithJenna Second. Boxers and tees up top. Shorts and socks in the second. Pants in the third and jammies on the bottom. Socks were just easier to move out the way. :)
@richardzanormuss3196 2 жыл бұрын
@@GrowfullywithJenna Easier to move I guess. I can get to it and take a peek. Just a lazy pot head ;)
@johnjude2685 2 жыл бұрын
That box joints can hold in ten minutes with wood glue and never come lose. I'd just glue and sat something heavy for 10 minutes. Love your aluminum foil idea ,Hopefully my neighbors see this for they use windows and sure your reflection box is improving the window system. Thanks for your teaching Lady
@GrowfullywithJenna 2 жыл бұрын
Great idea!
@2WOLFS 2 жыл бұрын
Here if you allow the plants to touch the window glass it will freeze or frost bite the part touching the windows. So 2 inches from the windows glass is required to prevent damage
@GrowfullywithJenna 2 жыл бұрын
Yikes!! You must garden in an incredibly cold climate?
@ejgreer5743 2 жыл бұрын
I’ve got the same metal shelf as you, they are so easy to hang lights from! I have one shelf that has great value grow lights, one that has 2-5000 lumens shop lights (Walmart), and one that has 2-7000 lumens shop lights (Lowes), both sets of shop lights are in the color daylight (about 4-5,000 kelvin/color temp) and I will definitely be going with the higher output shop lights from now on for seedlings. I find my highest rated lights don’t have to be as close to my seedlings I have them mounted all the way up and they haven’t stretched at all and look great, they do get a little bit warm but don’t seem to affect the plants so far. But the lower rated lights have to stay that standard 2-3 in above the plants range so I’m constantly having to move them up with the plants.
@GrowfullywithJenna 2 жыл бұрын
Yes- good point about the lower rated lights! It can be a bit tedious to have to move them all the time to keep them just above your seedlings. Thanks for sharing what you are using!
@smileformenowplease 2 жыл бұрын
EJ, could you tell me how far your shelfs are apart?, Thanks
@sherryparry6651 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Jenna. Some really good tips which I will put to use. I'm in zone 7 as well.
@GrowfullywithJenna 2 жыл бұрын
You are welcome!
@carolschedler3832 Жыл бұрын
This is perfect! I forgot about the foil reflective backdrop! When you had that box cut up, it would be tempting to cover with foil, then tape box together. With winter-sowing I did use that method(northeast Ohio) one year. That was a few years back and the only “successful” celery I’ve grown. Those winter sown seedlings were small, but super hardy and are very well. So I could never compare them to greenhouse starts. Those tomatoes did really well too.
@BrisLS1 3 ай бұрын
Thanks, Jenna! Very great ideas. I am running around the house putting cups, trays, and pots in the windows. I did just open a plastic baggie that t had sealed some tomatoes in tiny peet pots inside of ), and that seemed to really soften up the cardboard with moisture, kept the soil moist, while getting those seeds to crack. Thanks.
@cheese12519 Жыл бұрын
I low-key can see kids coming in the comments and saying stuff like only in ohio etc- but ty for the help! :) I am working on growing sunflowers for fun and this help
@patrickharmon9459 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your information. It's been years since I've been able to have a garden. I'm inspired by your teaching, Thank you and God bless you and your family
@GrowfullywithJenna 2 жыл бұрын
You are welcome- I hope you are able to have a garden again some time!
@patrickharmon9459 2 жыл бұрын
@@GrowfullywithJenna planning on it this year. Thanks
@user-db9iy2tp3i 5 ай бұрын
Jenna, you're a smart cookie! I can tell that this is your passion.
@GrowfullywithJenna 5 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@johnnygavita 2 жыл бұрын
Hey y'all. Flat white interior house paint offers the best light reflection. Grounding is important, get some dirt under those nails. Have a blessed day y'all!
@GrowfullywithJenna 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing. Agreed- dirt under the nails is good for everyone!
@keithhilton8869 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Jenna, another great video. Love the idea with the aluminum foil. The weather here at the moment is awful. We have had 4 weeks of solid rain. My whole garden has been flooded. Cant do anything outside, so it's a lazy sunday watching your videos. Cheers
@GrowfullywithJenna 2 жыл бұрын
Oh no! I'm so sorry to hear that Keith. I hope it dries up soon!
@joannbaumann4028 Жыл бұрын
I also set up lights under an Amish worship bench and a vintage pastry table. Use eyehooks. You can use table underneath too.
@GrowfullywithJenna Жыл бұрын
That sounds lovely!
@lonismith3002 Жыл бұрын
Helpful tip. Dollar stores have foil based car windshield coverings that work excellent for the reflective foil you need. Cheap and easy.
@GrowfullywithJenna Жыл бұрын
Great tip!
@tammycomeau9993 2 жыл бұрын
You're going to love winter sowing! Great video.
@GrowfullywithJenna 2 жыл бұрын
I hope so! I can't wait to see the results!
@SDaulton 3 ай бұрын
I love all your experiments! Thank you!
@GrowfullywithJenna 3 ай бұрын
Glad you like them!
@fabricdragon Жыл бұрын
ive had success with a "bakers shelf" (wire shelf from Trinity brand i get at Costco) and LED shop lights. NO you cant grow a lot of sun loving plants under it, but you can absolutely start seed, and you can keep some houseplants going quite well (because i rooted houseplant cuttings under them in a dark/windowless room)
@GrowfullywithJenna Жыл бұрын
Great idea!!
@carmgenuardi1738 2 жыл бұрын
New gardener and subscriber here. Thank you. I appreciate the details you provide.
@GrowfullywithJenna 2 жыл бұрын
Hello & welcome- thank you for the support!
@freedom_born 2 жыл бұрын
Good blessed morning from Down Under to Ohio. Just gone 8am here Sat morning. Sunrise at 5.30 (ish). Just entered autumn (Fall) so sunset at around 6ish. Start of @12/12 light cycle. Ohwel, time to get out into the garden for the day. Sorry, ranting again. Loving the content
@GrowfullywithJenna 2 жыл бұрын
Good morning and thank you! I hope you enjoyed your day in the garden... I'm still impatiently waiting for things to warm up here... but spring is on its way!
@freedom_born 2 жыл бұрын
Ahhh beloved Spring. Wishing you the best weekend.
@geometriccharmer 2 жыл бұрын
I keep aquariums so I had so extra led aquarium plant lights laying around, I've been using them for starting seeds and everything looks so healthy. Not one of my tomatoes is leggy! If you want to try aquariums lights be sure to get plant ones, I like the Nicrew brand since they're super bright and fairly priced.
@GrowfullywithJenna 2 жыл бұрын
What a smart trick! Thanks for sharing!
@HoosierBenzo 2 жыл бұрын
Really interesting experiments with the window sowings! Thanks for sharing. I use a 4’ x 2’ four-bulb fluorescent grow light with T5 high output, 6500K color temp bulbs. Got it from a local hydroponics store for around $110. It works very well in terms of light output for starting seeds indoors, but it does generate a good amount of heat. I would have no problem using a big LED shop light. I was just at Menard’s with my dad and he picked one up for about $70 that puts out 10,000 lumens at 5000K color temp. You can go even cheaper than, but that one has a good light spread due to larger ballast.
@GrowfullywithJenna 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing the lights you use!
@luckette1397 2 жыл бұрын
I use my bay window and have tons of plants growing. I have 30 baby plants all growing!!! You want to cut back the second set of leaves so there roots grow big and vast and the plant itself will grow back even thicker. You can cut them laggy stems to an inch and it will grow back, plus them roots will be even more stronger!! People are so scared to cut them all off lol. It's worth it tho!! Trust me they will grow back!!!!!! Even if there's no leaves and to cut above say second set you don't need any leaves
@GrowfullywithJenna 2 жыл бұрын
A bay window sounds like a great place to start seeds
@luckette1397 2 жыл бұрын
Im gonna cut them thanks
@luckette1397 2 жыл бұрын
My account is brittany sowle idk why google put me on this old account. Lol
@luckette1397 2 жыл бұрын
So when you see brittany sue or brittanysuesowle its me!! It wont be Luckette
@kadripress1 2 жыл бұрын
I use an LED shop light, it doesn’t heat up. It’s propped up with scrap lumber, not hung (so no shelf needed). I have 8 flats in the greenhouse, and I don’t heat the whole greenhouse but I use heat matts. That bottom heat is plenty if you trap it with light plastic, humidity domes or frost blankets. No need to heat up the whole greenhouse. Another way to grow in the greenhouse is using one of those red heat lamps that are used for chicks. Instead of heating the air you’re radiating that heat at the plants that need it. Loved that video! I still believe in growing without any special equipment.
@GrowfullywithJenna 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for sharing! We've got those 'chick lights', so I'll have to give that a try!
@arikle22 Жыл бұрын
Such user-friendly, excellent information. Thank you!
@GrowfullywithJenna Жыл бұрын
You're welcome!
@carolschedler3832 Жыл бұрын
❤️ Love your videos! ❤️. Thank you!
@GrowfullywithJenna Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@susiew9836 Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much! Answered so many of my questions!
@GrowfullywithJenna Жыл бұрын
You're welcome!
@Angie-ci1lp 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing. Hi just set up my grow station like yours, the shop lights were a challenge to find finally found 5000k shop lights😆 I’m zone 6a Michigan so excited to start (late) my herbs. Now I can get started!🌶🌶🌶🌶🥒🥬
@GrowfullywithJenna 2 жыл бұрын
I'm glad to hear you've got your grow station all set up-- happy planting!
@Godwinpounds4333 2 жыл бұрын
Hi 👋 Angie, how are you doing?
@patrickdempsey9886 Жыл бұрын
Nearly one year later I put hay bales around key poly tunnel the inside was not warm but cossie the seed sprung up in no time even going to fare like the broccoli started to produce small heads but did not develop but every thing else done very well but you learn as you go brilliant idea I also buried some of the bales half way down they went very well even the ground was warm frost did not get a peep in My neighbor done the same as me but had mice problem I didn't I have cats they get to lye on the heated bales a deals with them kill as you go policy which is great you know you have to work with nature 🤣😺don't us posions or traps bring in the predators what wonderful ideas you have to share with us thank you so much you might try out some of these ideas 💡 very Gardner should get a cat they are pure psychopaths the kill stuff leave it at you door as if to say now sell that on eBay Keep up the good work God bless Patrick
@GrowfullywithJenna Жыл бұрын
I desperately need a cat (or 2) who's a good mouser (and that can get along with my dogs)!
@TDAEON Жыл бұрын
Thank you this is very helpful for beginners. I am in a CA zone 9A with a very long grow season. No snow and frost potentially maybe 2 to 3 months usually . I would like to try seeding in trays outside but afraid of them drying out. Or worse damping off. Have lots of seed packets but slightly intimidated. 🤔
@GrowfullywithJenna Жыл бұрын
You’re welcome!
@tomcahill6981 Жыл бұрын
Jenna, I am reporting from Gettysburg, PA. I use Winter Sowing. It works, but one thing one must do, in my opinion, is to keep the soil lightly misted. The top of the soil can dry out quickly in the Winter. Pertaining to your idea of the reflective panel, what a great idea! I have my jugs outside right now, but I will try this technique for my next batch of seedlings. Again, thanks for a no brainer. Tom Cahill
@GrowfullywithJenna Жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing, Tom. I've not had that experience with my winter sowing- but I'm sure in areas that are experiencing drier winters this will help!
@johnjude2685 2 жыл бұрын
Createrontherise congratulations my favorite Gardener Teacher and for the past 8 months. Don't know why you wouldn't be recognized. I myself have mentioned your "Growfully with Jenna " on my Facebook, Several websites and by voice face to face around Columbus OH. Hopefully you fill I'm your favorite fan. Thanks for your teaching Lady
@GrowfullywithJenna 2 жыл бұрын
I truly appreciate your support, John. Thank you!
@UndoKarma Жыл бұрын
What a marvelous idea. This is a game changer for me. Thank you !!!
@GrowfullywithJenna Жыл бұрын
You are so welcome!
@lindag4484 2 жыл бұрын
Lovely Amaryllis! I feel like a horse, in the gate, at the Kentucky Derby just dancin' around waiting for the bell to ring and the gate to open! My small set-up, with grow light, is ready. I am ready ...but must wait a little longer before I can start my seeds indoors, for planting outdoors in zone 5. I think I may try starting a few more things, using foil, and my sunporch window. Thanks for the great idea!
@GrowfullywithJenna 2 жыл бұрын
That's such a great analogy, Linda! It'll be here soon! And I've gotten such a kick out of that amaryllis-- it was sent to me before Christmas, put on its initial blooms and I figured it was done. I forgot to throw it out and then one day it just started sprouting out again!
@cindydunn3036 2 жыл бұрын
Excellent reflective light tip. Thanks for the idea 👍
@GrowfullywithJenna 2 жыл бұрын
You're welcome!
@JJolaine Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the great video. I’m in Cbus, OH.
@leanordials8008 2 жыл бұрын
Love the reflection box idea! Thank you.
@GrowfullywithJenna 2 жыл бұрын
You are welcome
@SilkiesPb 2 жыл бұрын
I live east of atlanta and are last frost date is March 31 but with days like this week (in the 70’s) I’ve been letting my seeds sit outside in the sun. I also have one tray inside next to a window to see the difference in growth and hardiness.
@GrowfullywithJenna 2 жыл бұрын
Oh nice- I'm sure your plants are loving it!
@SilkiesPb 2 жыл бұрын
@@GrowfullywithJenna both have been doing great so we’ll see how these next few weeks go.
@jodibraun6383 3 ай бұрын
The last 2 years I've been starting some cold hardy seeds, like flowers & herbs in their own seedling pots inside large clwar totes. I can start them early, a la winter sowing, and I can keep an eye on the moisture levels myself. Once the weather gets nicer, I clip some tulle over the whole box, so that they're getting fresh air whenever it's warm out. At night the lid goes back on to keep them protected. It worked well last year, so I'm doing it the same this year. I just don't have enough room indoors to start everything. Nor do I want to have to harden off a zillion seedlings. So everything I can start outside, I do.
@AudreyEWrobel 5 ай бұрын
Useful tips, thanks!
@OldTimerGarden 2 жыл бұрын
LED Shop lights work just fine for me. Set up on a 6 shelf unit bought online cheaply.
@GrowfullywithJenna 2 жыл бұрын
Good to know- thanks!
@williamaber2791 2 жыл бұрын
Great tips, Jenna. I'll be trying the sun box idea
@GrowfullywithJenna 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks, William!
@sadieandpayton5372 2 жыл бұрын
I have the pre-made cold frame that you showed outside on the ground at 12:04. Our spinach did awesome all winter! It’s a great little box but wish I had another for my 8’x4’ raised garden.
@GrowfullywithJenna 2 жыл бұрын
Glad to hear your spinach is doing awesome!
@tonyascreativespace3067 Жыл бұрын
i love this idea!
@atransformedlife Жыл бұрын
Fantastic video! Saved me a lot of money and now I have a use for those old hay bales
@GrowfullywithJenna Жыл бұрын
Glad I could help!
@rachelbee7921 Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for these tips! ❤️
@GrowfullywithJenna Жыл бұрын
I’m happy to share!
@terryeichler351 2 жыл бұрын
Thank You for the aluminum cardboard box idea. I will try this with a few of my seeds.
@GrowfullywithJenna 2 жыл бұрын
You are welcome!
@joanies6778 Жыл бұрын
You can buy 4 ft LED shop lights at Walmart for around $20 each: Hyper Tough 5000 lumen /daylight (need range of 4100-6500 kelvin). I've been using them for 3 years and they work great.
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