I ran into a friend at the hardware store yesterday and we helped each other pick out some seeds. We both learned a thing or two - he inspired me to plant Blue Flax this year, and I inspired him to start sunflowers and snap peas soon, yes - outside! Trust me, they're tough. And our growing season is short.
Sunflowers are usually the first thing I start. Every year, I have experimented to see how early I can push the window. When I planted later, the sunflowers were just starting to open when we got our first snow. Last year, I planted around May 1st and the results were amazing!
October 6th - first snow - but at least they all got a chance to open! You have to be quick around here!!!
I planned to show you my seed planting today, but my body has other plans and is confined to bed. I did purchase seed-starting mix yesterday, and I have peet pots ready in the garage. As soon as I'm better, it's on!
Here are the seeds I purchased yesterday. Just buying them is enough to make my gardener's heart feel all warm and fuzzy.
Tomorrow: Birthday goodness!
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