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Missouri

Started seeds 5 days ago they all rotted in a greenhouse!! What did I do wrong? I took dirt from the garden it was I'm sure not the warmest! The house never got below 70 degrees!!

5/4/2014 8:44:36 PM

Upa Creek, MO

Don't use garden soil to start your seeds. You need to use a sterile seed starter mix. Garden soil will carry disease and harbor pests like corn seed maggots. I buy the $4 bags at Lowes and do fine. Soil being too moist often causes rot as well. If in doubt, keep it drier and don't let temps go over 90.

5/4/2014 8:52:59 PM

Eugene,OR

I guess that Missouri state record is going to be safe for another year!

5/5/2014 9:29:49 PM

Zurich, Ontario Canada

I would not attempt to start seeds in soil at all. Wrap in damp paper towel, put in zip lock bag and put somewhere warm. check after 3 days, and if sprouted put in soil. 3 or 4 days will usually do it!!!!!

5/6/2014 11:37:22 AM

Torrance, Ca.

Luke may surprise us.

5/6/2014 6:04:38 PM

Omaha, Ne.

Drowned, number one first year mistake.

http://www.bigpumpkins.com/Diary/DiaryViewOne.asp?eid=194256

5/6/2014 7:27:47 PM