General: Is anyone growing herbs indoors this winter?

Discussion in 'Herbs for the Kitchen' started by Davidgriffiths, Oct 27, 2008.

  1. The Hollyberry Lady

    The Hollyberry Lady New Member

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    Hi Rudell!

    Oh I'm so glad your seeds have germinated! That's just great! Thanks for the picture too.

    I am just a bit worried about the tiny seedlings swimming in that big pot - remember if they dwindle along, put them in something smaller (2-3" pot), and transplant them into the bigger pot later.

    I am sure everything will be fine. I'm so glad I sent you the seeds, as I see how much you're enjoying yourself! Keep in touch...

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    rudell Active Member 10 Years

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    I see your a little worried about the big container...so look what I did...
    I planted 6 red grocery peppers and 3 aurora and 3 firecracker...
     

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    Hi rudell:

    Oh yes, that's the perfect size! Now, when the roots fill the holes, you can transplant them to bigger pots! You are well on your way to success!

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    Speaking of starting seeds, I found this @ Lee Valley (the best store in the world, in my humble opinion):

    Pot Maker

    You make seed-starting pots out of newspaper. You just plant outside when it's big enough. Made in Canada, too!!

    David
     
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    Very interesting - thanks for sharing Davidgriffiths!

    Neat idea - although I think I have something already around the house that would be suitable for shaping the newspaper pots.

    Your seeds should be arriving soon!

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    lorax Rising Contributor 10 Years

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    You can use a Tom Collins glass to form pots from newsprint as well, in the same way that the Lee Valley pot-maker thingie works.
     
  7. rudell

    rudell Active Member 10 Years

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    Hi Holly...just to give you an update...the firecrackers seem to be doing well ..all seeds took..the auroras? don't know?? only 4 took what do you think??...
    oh and planted some chives also this week
     

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    Wow rudell! Things are really coming along for you now, eh? Excellent! Don't worry if every single seed didn't sprout. Plant some more if you need. Thanks for the great pictures! Everything looks healthy and great.

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    rudell Active Member 10 Years

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    oh and forgot to tell you...
    I've ordered Star Fruit Seeds...
    Goji seeds (lots)
    pomegrenate seeds and
    sweet top seeds...
     
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    can you post the site where you orderd them from?? ;)
     
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    Hi rudell:

    Oh wonderful! I didn't place an order because someone mailed me some passion fruit seeds, which is what I was after. Yours sound wonderful too. Good for you.

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    I have been growing herbs indoors for years, I have a rosemary shrub that is about 9-10 years old. I place all the herbs outdoors for the summer and bring them back in before the frost. The rosemary has become so large, Im always desperatly trying to use it or give cuttings away.
     
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    Try drying some of your rosemary too, and storing it in attractive glass jars. Nine to ten years old - wow! Great idea to put your herbs out for the summer.

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    I bought it as a 5 year old plant, and i have had it for 4-5 years, can't remember exactly. i pruned it back a bit this winter ( never prune the old wood of a rosemary it will kill it) it was about 4 feet high when i brought it back in last fall.
     
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    Is there any way we could see a picture of it?!!! It sounds like it's quite something!
     
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    James,

    Do you keep it outside in the winter? I left my rosemary outside this winter (out of forgetfulness more than anything else). It's looking quite bare.

    I also dug it up recently and moved in an effort to get rid of some old shrub-trunks that were left in the garden area by the previous owners of our house. I am sure that did it no good.

    Any specific rosemary hints would be appreciated. If this plant is toast, I plan on getting another one (and a tarragon plant).

    David

     
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    You could try making some rosemary wreaths to give as Christmas gifts. Evergreen, great smelling and free supplies!
     
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    Hi Holly...thought I'd give you an update on my I think planted January 18th peppers...are these slow growers...no much growth..? here are some pics
    the smaller one (red peppers) I planted Feb. 4th
    shoot just realized I forgot to take picture of my Aurora
     

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    oh and did I mention "all your fault" I've planted asparagus..cucumbers...tomatoes..watermelon...chive herbs...mint herbs...star fruit(think seeds were no good) goji plants ..pomegrenate..another one can't think of the name right now..oh and if you look at the second picture you'll see my Aurora in the far corner...
     

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    wow rudell - everything looks terrific! Thanks for all the great shots!

    No the pepper plants are not slow growing, but cool window sills can make the soil not so warm, hence slow growth. When it gets a bit warmer, you'll really see them take off! To me they look excellent and you have no worries.

    Great that you have planted many more things, because that's what the season is all about. I am glad I am to blame!

    Thanks again for the pics - love to see more peeks as things progress. Good luck - looks you're doing just great.

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    good to know things are ok...of course will keep ya posted...
     
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    The Hollyberry Lady,

    I thought I would send some pics of the firecracker peppers. I planted a row of 4 about 4 weeks ago in a seedling tray, and 3 came up. The leaves are quite lush looking. I'm going to transplant to a larger pot once they get some height.

    I guess these are perennial if you keep them inside in the winter?

    One of the pots has two plants in it (I must have dropped two seeds in there by accident). What do you think the chances are of separating them successfully? Any tips - not sure how hardy these are.

    Thanks,
    David



     

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  25. The Hollyberry Lady

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    Oh my goodness, they look fantastic! Thanks for the peeks.

    Yes they are perennial indoors, and will even produce over winter, if given enough sunlight.

    Those two plants can be easily separated - no big deal at all. Keep them in bright light, but now direct sun for a few days after the transplanting. They will be fine, I'm sure.

    Good luck. They look terrific.

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