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You’ve probably heard me say that starting your own seeds is one of the most cost-effective things you can do on your homestead. And while it’s not difficult, a lot of people struggle with it.
I’m thrilled to be joined by THE seed starting guru today, Shawn McLoughlin of All About the Garden. Never in my life have I met a person this passionate and driven to understand every detail related to successful seed starting. Shawn holds nothing back in this episode and I learned SO much. Listen in if you’re ready to 10x your seed starting ability this year!
Podcast Episode Highlights
- Shawn’s background and a closer look at his own garden
- Why you should start your own seeds
- Seed starting soil & seed starting medium options
- Best garden tools for seed starting
- Why watering from the bottom is so important
- Tips for best seed germination
- How often to water the seedlings
- How much light for the seedlings
- Advice for hardening them off and avoiding transplant shock
- Seed saving advice
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Podcast Episode Resources and Links Mentioned
Learn more about Shawn McLoughlin here: https://allaboutthegarden.com/
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More Seed Starting Tips:
- How to Start Your Own Seeds (podcast episode)
- Seed Shortages & Basement Seedlings… (podcast episode)
- Why & How I Use Heirloom Seeds in my Garden (podcast episode)
- Where to Buy Heirloom Seeds (blog article)
