Propagation: Wintersowing 2009-2010 ... getting stared.... , 1 by kqcrna

kqcrna wrote:
Maybe I'm just lazy.

These things are the reason why I like WSing so much. No sterilizing. No dampoff. No sifting. The process is easy if you let it be.

You could reuse the jugs next year. I don't because I don't want all that junk sitting around all year. I start with new jugs every year. They're easy enough to come by.

Another philosophy in wintersowing: Pay it forward. When I was just starting out wintersowing, so many online friends were so helpful. I try to do the same for other WSing virgins now. It's a wonderful garden method and nice to share information. Remember, I was in your shoes a few years ago. In return, you beginners can coach the new folks next year.

Linda, that's just too OCD to sift for pretty soil in a jug that's gonna be taped shut! You won't be able to see it anyway!
I like chunky soil. I often add bark and lots of perlite. Don't wan't particles all the same size because it compresses and compacts too easily.

Here are my first sprouts of last year. Rudbeckia cherry brandy, March 10.