Can I get it right this time?
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Comments (79)I have never propagated a fig, and I couldn't find any Step 1, 2, 3 instructions to the baggie method (evidently they have been removed, and it's frustrating to read verbal wars)!! I googled the subject and found an interesting thread (which I lost after I copied the thing), but it was from an old timer who doesn't like to waste his time with much science. He just explained he lays his cuttings down in a 1.5" trench in a protected place and crumbles light dirt over them. He claims one 6" cutting will produce 2 or 3 plants, and he doesn't need to do one thing. After they go dormant, he digs them up, separates them, and moves them to where he wants them. Since I have UC Davis cuttings coming out my ears, I'm going to cut them into 6" pieces, and try his method. I'm not greedy! I don't want 300% success! They sent 3 cuttings per variety, and I wouldn't know what to do with all those figs!! The other cuttings will probably get split between my best understanding of the baggie method, and some propagating containers with perlite and peat moss. I'm going to try it 3 ways, but my gut is going with the old timer!!...See MoreI just can't get this gardening stuff right... What's wrong?
Comments (12)Start with a good reliable soil test for soil pH and major nutrients and dig in with these simple soil tests, 1) Soil test for organic matter. From that soil sample put enough of the rest to make a 4 inch level in a clear 1 quart jar, with a tight fitting lid. Fill that jar with water and replace the lid, tightly. Shake the jar vigorously and then let it stand for 24 hours. Your soil will settle out according to soil particle size and weight. For example, a good loam will have about 1-3/4 inch (about 45%) of sand on the bottom. about 1 inch (about 25%) of silt next, about 1 inch (25%) of clay above that, and about 1/4 inch (about 5%) of organic matter on the top. 2) Drainage. Dig a hole 1 foot square and 1 foot deep and fill that with water. After that water drains away refill the hole with more water and time how long it takes that to drain away. Anything less than 2 hours and your soil drainsâ too quickly and needs more organic matter to slow that drainage down. Anything over 6 hours and the soil drains too slowly and needs lots of organic matter to speed it up. 3) Tilth. Take a handful of your slightly damp soil and squeeze it tightly. When the pressure is released the soil should hold together in that clump, but when poked with a finger that clump should fall apart. 4) Smell. What does your soil smell like? A pleasant, rich earthy odor? Putrid, offensive, repugnant odor? The more organic matter in your soil the more active the soil bacteria will be and the nicer your soil will smell. 5) Life. How many earthworms per shovel full were there? 5 or more indicates a pretty healthy soil. Fewer than 5, according to the Natural Resources Conservation Service, indicates a soil that is not healthy. to see what else might need be done to start making that soil into something that will grow plants that will produce edible fruit. The people at your local office of the University of Minnesota Cooperative Extension Service will be able to help as well. Here is a link that might be useful: UMN CES...See MoreI think I finally have it right this time! (pics)
Comments (11)Thanks Magi! The "horsey" soaps are going to a consignment shop that sells only equestrian wear and other odds and ends that are horse related. We just purchased my daughter's 1st saddleseat suit from this lady and while we were there I noticed some very poorly made soaps there, (I'm sorry to who ever did them but they were awful :() I guess it was some lady from the west coast. Anyway, in our conversation she said she'd love me to bring some in sooooooooo... this will be my first try at public selling! The rest were made just because for now but I do want to start making Mother's Day baskets. One of my other daughters (there are 4 in all) came down today and wiped me out! LOL I love it though, makes me happy that I can still make things for them that they love. I'm so glad I inspired you! Thanks!...See MoreGetting tired of “10 yrs and I still can’t get my living room right”
Comments (12)I can confess that I really don't understand what the problem is. I know I have a thread with probably over 50 posts (help me and my new to me house decor) on it- and yes as Molly said, there are changes and advice. I thought it was preferable to continue with the one thread so all the info and pix are there and people can see the progression. I find it very helpful. I know there are a few I have seen that are huge, and I just scroll by. I don't know if you are talking about other threads that I somehow have missed, but if it's mine I had no idea that it would be perceived as selfish....See MoreVaporvac Z6-OhioRiverValley
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