This Technique of Starting Seeds Will Change Your Life

Поделиться
HTML-код
  • Опубликовано: 14 июн 2024
  • Today I want to share with you a Method of starting seeds that will change your life! I have been growing my own plants from seed for 10 years now, and throughout those years I have refined my process to make it simple, fun, and effective. If you want to get the most out of your garden starting your own seeds is the best place to start, and today I will show you how to do that.
    Thanks for the kind words and support 😁🐕❤️
    NEW Official Website! TeamGrow.us
    USED THIS VIDEO! 🧰 💯
    → Seed Starting Bundle: teamgrow.us/products/standard...
    → Modular Garden Sifter: teamgrow.us/products/modular-...
    → Stackable Seedling Tray: teamgrow.us/products/vego-102...
    Amazon Store: www.amazon.com/shop/thegardeningchannelwithjamesprigioni
    MY FAVORITE GARDEN PRODUCTS 🧰 💯
    → Seed Starting Bundle: teamgrow.us/products/standard...
    → Metal Raised Garden Beds: teamgrow.us/collections/vego-...
    → Raised Bed Add Ons:teamgrow.us/collections/metal...
    →Neem Oil: teamgrow.us/collections/plant...
    → Coco Coir: teamgrow.us/collections/plant...
    →Mykos Pure Mycorrhizal Inoculant: teamgrow.us/collections/plant...
    →Amazon affiliate link: amzn.to/2z7NIRQ
    → Sulfur Dust for Fungal Diseases: amzn.to/2VETaXP
    → UV Resistant Marker: amzn.to/3oUevXb
    → 40% Shade Cloth- amzn.to/3vrAYNF
    → Garden Straw Mini: bit.ly/gardenstraw
    → Vermiculite: amzn.to/311woeH
    →Perlite: amzn.to/33uUJHQ
    →6 Mil Greenhouse plastic: amzn.to/39m1YCQ
    →Row Cover: amzn.to/2GR12h5
    →Insect Netting: amzn.to/2DbJ9I7
    →BT Spray for Brassicas: amzn.to/3erdkss
    →Pruners I use: amzn.to/2QsNCtT
    →Tomato Clips: amzn.to/2YxoaGr
    →Square Foot Gardening Book: amzn.to/3bUwCVo
    →My Boots amzn.to/2NZq5Pe
    ALSO FIND ME ON
    →Facebook: / jamesprigionigardening
    →Twitter: / jamesprigioni
    →Instagram: / jamesprigioni
    →Contact: (Business Only) thefranchisse3@gmail.com
  • ХоббиХобби

Комментарии • 3,4 тыс.

  • @nateross14
    @nateross14 2 года назад +159

    I find it much easier to just throw the seeds into a jar with a small amount of water and a loose fitted lid, laid on its side for a few days to start the germination process. Once the seeds sprout and you can see roots and the first leaves starting, just gently take them one by one and transplant into pots. This way every plant you plant is a guaranteed germination and no wasting time and watering on stuff that doesnt germinate and no thinning later.

    • @malefetsanekoalane4549
      @malefetsanekoalane4549 7 месяцев назад +11

      ... and no thinning later. Thanks. I've been planting my seeds in a row to solve the thinning problem. Your method goes much further in that you plant only guaranteed successes. Thanks from Johannesburg.

    • @dandana4647
      @dandana4647 7 месяцев назад +16

      if you add some oxygen peroxyde in the water during the first step of germination you will speed up the process and be able to transplant into pots earlier .

    • @weedismyreligion
      @weedismyreligion 7 месяцев назад

      @@dandana4647hydrogen peroxide is so good for germination !

    • @trollhunter6934
      @trollhunter6934 7 месяцев назад +6

      I did that last month and forgot about it, now I have a plant growing and I don't know what it is!

    • @weedismyreligion
      @weedismyreligion 7 месяцев назад +9

      @@trollhunter6934 that’s on you bro ALWAYS label your stuff

  • @kelzbee4981
    @kelzbee4981 3 года назад +278

    You know what I like about this man. He really does love gardening and helping others to learn not likes, shares or attention. Thank you dude.💜

  • @Tevo581
    @Tevo581 2 месяца назад +2

    what an awesome energy this guy has

  • @highpriestess7400
    @highpriestess7400 Год назад +3

    I love Tuck and his enthusiasm for fresh veggies.

  • @DoodleBugLisa
    @DoodleBugLisa 2 года назад +601

    I love Tuck, but more than that, I am so proud of you. I’ve been watching you since I started gardening. Your style flows, you speak clearly, you remember to tell us all the details. You James are so very professional, enthusiastic and entertaining, it’s been great watching you grow along with your garden!

    • @terrieanndiehl58
      @terrieanndiehl58 2 года назад +26

      My heart💚is full seeing your praise in another's personal growth & y(our) mirroring of gladness in their success in life of helping the world (growing of foods & medicines & beauty of nurturing nature) as we all need affirmation of our life's work, especially in this simple, yet most essential need of real living in interdependent communication with that which sustains most All of our human needs ... our new human connection of Social media platform can be used to communicate the lifting of the Spirit's of this Earth inhabitants ~ ~ I thank you for sharing in this lifting of Spirit Energies in a personal way ~ which effectively shares it with all who read y(our) observation ~ 💚🗝💚 ~
      We are all connected through the Heart's most powerful ability to shine Light upon the Highest Of Human achievement ~ gifting & receiving (mirroring) Love.
      Anchored in the Human Heart is the key to unlock the Spiritual compass to guide each of us upon our unique path ~ in connection with All others as One singing in harmony of Uni~Verse~
      ⚓💚🗝💚🧭🌲🐾👣🐾🌲🕊🌲

    • @JudiVentress
      @JudiVentress 2 года назад +14

      @@terrieanndiehl58 and I loved reading your praise letter to Lisa!! Beautifully written. Your heartfelt words touched my soul. Blissings. 🙏🏽❤️🙏🏽🥰

    • @nkel6111
      @nkel6111 2 года назад +1

      agreed ...he performs but that introduction of ..im from jersey sounds too much like my Detroit..like a gangster, a hoodster, and it's tiresome, so tiresome

    • @microgreensgrower3946
      @microgreensgrower3946 2 года назад +16

      @@nkel6111 If it's tiresome to you then quit listening! Why do we want others to change to suit us? Let them be free to be themselves!

    • @janmitchell641
      @janmitchell641 2 года назад +6

      @@nkel6111 what microgreens grower said.

  • @srartf
    @srartf Год назад +3

    I like starting seeds in coco peat. It keeps water quite long without being damp, totally recommend it!

  • @ANew-cs5vy
    @ANew-cs5vy 2 года назад +21

    Tuck is definitely the star of the show, pay him anything he wants.
    😁

  • @ashercohen387
    @ashercohen387 Месяц назад +3

    Tuck will forever have my heart. He looks exactly like my Mackey dog. Gone, will never be forgotten. He was with me for 15 years. Marriages, divorces , death, extreme health, everything! I so hope heaven has our babies there for us and they can talk. I would not have survived those 15 years without my Road Dog. Tuck blesses my soul. A healing balm to the emotions. I love your gardening, and use your advice but Tuck adds another level. He’s a good little man.

  • @1951mytube
    @1951mytube Год назад +21

    I truly love his enthusiasm, which is just a bonus to the knowledge he displays. I found that, for me, his fast pace explanations are much easier to 'digest' if I choose 75% playback speed instead of the 100%. I guess, for a southern slow-talker, I needed to do that. LOL

  • @Dude8718
    @Dude8718 2 года назад +4

    this guy's energy is intense. i like it

  • @suemullins5213
    @suemullins5213 2 года назад +2

    The taste of the veggies from the garden is sooooo vibrant than the store bought. OMG.

  • @Immort4llity
    @Immort4llity 2 года назад +2

    My dad insists that after planting the seeds, the potting mix needs to be pressed to have good contact. I found that seeds did better when this wasn't done. Good thing I found your video in which you explain why this is, because he is really stubborn sometimes. ;)

  • @Stormlucy111
    @Stormlucy111 Год назад +3

    Your effervescent enthusiasm is contagious!

  • @blueb4829
    @blueb4829 2 года назад +119

    I've been watching this guy for years. Finally got a house with a yard this year and planted some vegetables. Ate my first cucumber 🥒 from my garden yesterday. It was delicious and worth the effort ;). Waiting for the watermelon 🍉, cantaloupe, tomatoes, eggplants 🍆 and other vegetables to get bigger.

    • @TrickleCreekFarm
      @TrickleCreekFarm 2 года назад +10

      A little late, but Congratulations!! What a huge treat in addition to your new house!

    • @DandLwelcomehome
      @DandLwelcomehome Год назад

      GOOD JOB! I'm a newbie, and I can't wait to make your same comment!

    • @blueb4829
      @blueb4829 Год назад

      @@DandLwelcomehome Thank you. You will, and I hope soon. 🙏🏽

    • @DandLwelcomehome
      @DandLwelcomehome Год назад

      @@blueb4829 Thanks :)

  • @justinbernhauser4323
    @justinbernhauser4323 Год назад +2

    I hit the Like button after 7 seconds of the video. This guys energy is as strong as the sunlight growing these plants!!

  • @michaelmilsom9518
    @michaelmilsom9518 2 года назад +11

    Best video on the subject I have ever seen! The only thing I do differently ..is that I loosely over fill the plug trays which are in a larger tray to catch the overfill... I quickly level them off with a wide plastic trowel typically used for drywall. Then I give the tray one quick drop which gives me about 3/8th's of an inch to drop the seed which I then lightly cover with soil again and level off again. Works well and is quick.

    • @pmd7914
      @pmd7914 4 месяца назад

      Pretty much what I do also. His method is so slow!

  • @eternity7477
    @eternity7477 3 года назад +177

    Tuck has the demeanor of a doggy that is very confident in the knowing he is utterly loved. I wish all dogs in the world could feel like that.

    • @andielliott2306
      @andielliott2306 3 года назад +9

      You are so right....I am a lifelong "rescuer" and never more truth has been spoken.

    • @girlnextdoorgrooming
      @girlnextdoorgrooming 3 года назад +4

      I wish I could like this comment more than once

    • @BigMacBook1300
      @BigMacBook1300 3 года назад +5

      I wish all people could feel like that🤦🏾‍♂️

    • @khaldayaqub-stevenson2641
      @khaldayaqub-stevenson2641 2 года назад +1

      I wish ALL children and pets could feel safe and loved. STOP ALL WARS....as most children and animals don't have the choice or capability to escape, like adults can, and are killed😭😭😭

    • @chriskelly1825
      @chriskelly1825 2 года назад

      ruclips.net/video/oqJIbP3l9us/видео.html

  • @petuniafuzz9083
    @petuniafuzz9083 2 года назад +7

    Tuck is a sweet little gardener.

  • @neva-surrender
    @neva-surrender 2 года назад +4

    I absolutely luv your energy, in this crazy world, people like you keep us sane....tuck is awesome as well!!!

  • @eQui253
    @eQui253 2 года назад +23

    The most important message I have to add :
    This guy is passionate at his gardening. But you can do things simpler and not as optimized and it will still work. If u never grew a plant from seeds just do it!
    For Kids and Beginners that want to try to start from seeds i recommend sun flowers or beans. Both is a very easy and is a fast germer/grower.

  • @raynayvalles583
    @raynayvalles583 2 года назад +3

    I started my tomatoes in April, worrying that I'm late. Thanks for the great news that I'm right on time. 🙂

  • @brianbassett4379
    @brianbassett4379 2 года назад +3

    I like seeing people put practices into effect that have been being used for literally thousands of years.

  • @TrustworthyExpert
    @TrustworthyExpert Год назад +32

    Your videos make me feel happy. I love watching your little dog eat vegetables. I watch the news, get depressed. Then watch james and tuck run around the food garden to cancel out the neg vibes. I guess you were the biggest influence for me to start my fruit trees and start our vegetable garden. My business is with a lot of NFL teams but I could care less about sports. I would be much more excited to meet James and Tuck.

  • @The_Red_Pill__
    @The_Red_Pill__ Год назад +2

    I haven’t seen one of your videos in my feed for a long time! Miss you and love Tuck! Thank your for sharing your knowledge and your four-legged family/friend! ❤️ 🐾

  • @drewblack749
    @drewblack749 3 года назад +264

    James, no one has ever explained seed germination like you. I had no idea of the importance of structure and obstruction playing such a huge part. Always learn from you. Wish you were my neighbor! Thank you for this video! Your garden looks so inviting.

    • @usewisdom2
      @usewisdom2 2 года назад +13

      Totally agreed

    • @Ryan-xh7pe
      @Ryan-xh7pe Год назад +3

      So true! Total game changer

  • @Brian1.
    @Brian1. 3 года назад +162

    Tuck looked like he was having so much fun in the background. Good to see you guys James!

  • @mothermcready4417
    @mothermcready4417 Год назад +13

    Your video just popped up first here, so I watched it, and this was great! I've been growing my own, gardening for nearly 50 years. I started as a teenager, digging a new flower and veggie garden for my Mom. Once I reached 20 I got into studying, big time, about horticulture... whatever books, etc I was able to get my hands on. I really commend you on doing a fabulous job, getting as many details as possible about seed starting into a short video ! People who are just beginning to grow from scratch really need to know these details, as it saves a LOT of trial and error, money, and heartache.... having done all the prep, planting, and everything that goes into it...only to have their hopes of something beautiful happen as the result of all they put into it, as I had experienced many, many times when starting out. So, again: GREAT JOB !!

  • @vkdowdy9519
    @vkdowdy9519 Год назад +9

    You are so right about timing. I was always starting butternut squash and cucumbers inside first, only to have them struggle once planted. For those I just direct seed after last frost and they grow so fast, no hardening off, no stress.

  • @brent7781
    @brent7781 3 года назад +442

    "the brains behind the whole operation" lol attaboy Tuck!

    • @jamesprigioni
      @jamesprigioni  3 года назад +58

      Sometimes ya just gotta come clean about things

    • @randallbailey1306
      @randallbailey1306 3 года назад +10

      You i seen many raised but them r very nice with the tops that can be covered seedlings growth!!! I give you a 9 on a scale from 1-10

    • @elizabethcollazo5136
      @elizabethcollazo5136 3 года назад +9

      😂😂

    • @TheCasacumbre2
      @TheCasacumbre2 3 года назад +2

      @@jamesprigioni ĺp
      0

    • @dbiswas123
      @dbiswas123 3 года назад +2

      @@jamesprigioni he

  • @ACalmingHome
    @ACalmingHome 3 года назад +63

    This person made me fall in love with gardening.

    • @ewarischer4009
      @ewarischer4009 3 года назад +1

      Me too :)

    • @da1stamericus
      @da1stamericus 3 года назад +1

      But what about tuck?

    • @ACalmingHome
      @ACalmingHome 3 года назад +2

      @@da1stamericus tuck made me fall in love with eating fruits and veggies 😅

  • @conniewojahn6445
    @conniewojahn6445 2 года назад +2

    I ALWAYS sift any mix purchased from store. Just as you said, there's sticks in it and I've also found small rocks and bits of black plastic and chopped up container tags. Producers sift their products but stuff still gets through. Gunk like that will prevent seed germination, just like you said. I take out the debris and like you I use the sifted sticks around my plants as mulch. Sometimes I use it on the bottom of pots for drainage. You've learned a lot during your last ten years of seed starting. I'm so happy you're sharing your knowledge.

  • @judihenderson5001
    @judihenderson5001 Год назад +25

    Love to see Tuck in the garden with you. Hope Tuck’s health continues to improve. James, your enthusiasm is infectious. Love your videos.😊

  • @datmilkman8206
    @datmilkman8206 3 года назад +6

    I LOVE THIS CHANNEL

  • @waylandsmalleycomeonletsplant
    @waylandsmalleycomeonletsplant 3 года назад +6

    Your Tomato advice is right on the money.

    • @diavolorosa
      @diavolorosa 3 года назад +1

      Agree! I've learned to make myself wait until after Mothers Day for tomatoes and peppers.

  • @dianashipp3589
    @dianashipp3589 2 года назад +2

    Loved your video. Just come across you and I thought you and your Head of Security, “Brains”Tuck are delightful! Always looking for authentic, practical and generous people to watch: You fit the bill. Thanks from a new fan in Norfolk UK. 💕

  • @chanelleadams4614
    @chanelleadams4614 Год назад +26

    Of all the gardening channels I watch this one is my favorite! James' enthusiasm is so infectious and I really do feel inspired and like "I can actually do this". Thank you for spreading your knowledge and love and for remembering to share all those really important details. You are saving me so much time and effort! I don't want to grow fungus, just plants. Thank you 💚

  • @velvetpaws999
    @velvetpaws999 2 года назад +12

    Ahhh that Tuck! A dog right after my heart! I can't get enough of watching him chomp down on that raw kale. He is a smart puppy. One of my dogs is like that, too. He knows the difference between ripe and green. He inspects the cherry tomatoes all season long and only picks red ones to eat. Same with the raspberries, he is just incredible! Dogs do love fruits and veggies. Just like I do! Thanks to you, for sharing your enthusiasm and wisdom!

  • @debracurry4268
    @debracurry4268 3 года назад +97

    Hi James, I'm in Dallas Texas; Your channel was the first gardening channel I watched on you-tube regularly. And I fell in love with it. I had never before seen someone with SO MUCH passion and LOVE for gardening, Especially FRUITING TREES! It has been ABSOLUTELY a pleasure.

  • @aerowise1321
    @aerowise1321 Год назад +2

    Tuck rules! James rocks! Sharing your knowledge is so appreciated! Grow on!

  • @lauramissy7492
    @lauramissy7492 2 года назад +1

    Just watched this again. Amazing how much information is packed in less than 20 min... and, stuff I either missed the first time or was not ready for yet.

  • @kele1264
    @kele1264 3 года назад +74

    I will never stop being impressed with your raised bed covers. I've watched the videos where you show how to do it many times! Thank you very much!

  • @goddessmother
    @goddessmother 2 года назад +89

    This is one of the best seed starting videos. Thank you, James! You can't learn farming overnight. I have been a food gardener for decades, but I learn a lot from you.

    • @michaelszczys8316
      @michaelszczys8316 2 года назад +2

      Sure you can learn farming overnight, on RUclips. Of course you might not be experienced expert but then you just keep on learning.
      It's nice to watch and see how many things I'm doing wrong.

    • @Susileedean
      @Susileedean 2 года назад +2

      That’s good advice about starting seeds. What are “brassicas?”

    • @goddessmother
      @goddessmother 2 года назад +3

      @@Susileedean The broccoli and cabbage family. Broccoli, Brussel sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, mustard greens, bok choy, turnips, rutabaga, kohlrabi and Napa cabbage, aka crucifers.

  • @clairestadtmueller2772
    @clairestadtmueller2772 Год назад +1

    I grew up in NJ with a farmer father from "the old country." We planted on Mother's Day weekend. When I moved to RI, planting in the ground was closer to Memorial weekend.

  • @dopapier
    @dopapier Год назад +1

    Thanks for your enthusiasm and the good information. Thanks also for not falling into the amateur trap of playing music all the time you’re speaking. It is so refreshing just to hear an informative, well delivered talk.

  • @dutchkork
    @dutchkork 3 года назад +22

    Had a little spring snow blizzard here in MA yesterday but it's all melted now! Happy spring... Let's gooooooo!

    • @jamesprigioni
      @jamesprigioni  3 года назад +10

      Oh jeez...I will think about this next time I complain about my weather in jersey lol

    • @Lauradicus
      @Lauradicus 3 года назад +2

      We have had sun in Seattle!

    • @WilliamComiskey
      @WilliamComiskey 3 года назад +3

      Yeah, I had just planted my tiny fig tree the day before, too! Still looks like it should make it though

    • @anniehepburn213
      @anniehepburn213 3 года назад +2

      Yep we got it here in Maine too, I’m glad I waited to transplant everything!

  • @jillw5706
    @jillw5706 3 года назад +15

    I love how you love your soil with your bare hands. I've given up getting manicures.....it's senseless! I'm starting seeds for the first time this year so thanks for the tips!

    • @jamesprigioni
      @jamesprigioni  3 года назад +4

      Haha thanks Jill! Yeah my hands look terrible, but there is nothing like digging into that soil and I wouldn't change it for anything. Glad to hear your starting your own this year, I hope they grow excellent for you my friend

    • @gateauxq4604
      @gateauxq4604 3 года назад +4

      Dirt under the nails is the new mani 🌱

  • @jeanettehurley3214
    @jeanettehurley3214 Год назад +2

    I always learn something valuable and as a beginner I have so oooo much to learn!! Thanks so much!
    You’re an inspiration 🤩🙏💓
    God bless

  • @jeremyfuller3061
    @jeremyfuller3061 7 месяцев назад +2

    This guy is really good every sentence he says is full of useful information.

  • @WanieB
    @WanieB 3 года назад +9

    In my experience, the less time a plant stays in the trays, the less chance I have to kill them. This works great, thank you for the tips and great to see Tuck munching away.

  • @kele1264
    @kele1264 3 года назад +22

    I will never stop being impressed with your raised bed covers. I very much appreciate the videos you made about how to build them. Thank you!!!

    • @ewarischer4009
      @ewarischer4009 3 года назад +4

      Yes, me too
      In fact I built my ones based on James instructions :)

    • @kele1264
      @kele1264 3 года назад +1

      @@ewarischer4009 I'm going to that too!

  • @terakata2428
    @terakata2428 2 года назад +2

    Truly, I listened intentionally to all the super gold nuggets you shared on seed starting but when "Tuck" came on the scene...I was so inspired to see his aws ok me cuteness and the brilliant stalk munching. 😄

  • @neilchick8215
    @neilchick8215 Год назад +2

    James. You make things incredibly easy to raise healthy vigorous plants. Thank You sooooo much for Your help. I love Your helper Tuck too. Very Hadsome James.

  • @Rebeccas_penmanship
    @Rebeccas_penmanship 2 года назад +73

    The joy and love you show for planting and that sweet pup has brightened what was feeling like a sad day for me. Thanks for cheering me up guys! I'm potting up seeds while watching.

    • @lauraprince3854
      @lauraprince3854 2 года назад +3

      Hope you're having happier days now💕

  • @SpiceyKy
    @SpiceyKy 3 года назад +47

    You've been sooooo missed sir! You AND Tuck!!!

    • @jamesprigioni
      @jamesprigioni  3 года назад +7

      You're very kind my friend, thank you

  • @n3rfdr4gon99
    @n3rfdr4gon99 Год назад +51

    Just started watching your videos recently because the idea of home grown food is causing a sense of purpose to well up in me that I haven't felt before. I love seeing the energy that you and Tuck bring, especially in how you don't let failures get you down. Makes me feel like I can do this too, as I have long struggled with anxiety and trying new things has been something of a sore topic . I live in Michigan and don't have the ideal setup for starting indoors, but this video has given me some ideas on how I can work around it. Thank you!

    • @abbyelkins9129
      @abbyelkins9129 Год назад +3

      it's so hard to get started sometimes- but you're right, the failures in gardening are the most important part. How else would we learn? It's easy for me to get discouraged when something fails in the garden, and then I won't realize that I learned new techniques until the next spring when I know what not to do. :)

    • @IsaSab
      @IsaSab 4 месяца назад +2

      I always think « there are no fails in gardening, but I do create some costly compost! » haha. In the sense that if anything dies or doesn’t produce well, it’s composted and used to « upgrade » my soil.

    • @darlapowell2730
      @darlapowell2730 4 месяца назад

      Where in Michigan, I live just North of South Bend

  • @jleezy612
    @jleezy612 Год назад +8

    I would love to watch a video of you telling your story. I'm always fascinated to hear how gardeners got into growing food, especially, those who have an amazing food forest like yours.

  • @moniheiser4594
    @moniheiser4594 2 года назад +113

    Thank you so much for explaining everything so carefully. You have made everything so plain that I think I'll be able to do it right this year. I am a 60-year-old disabled veteran that is learning that I better learn how to garden quickly so that we can grow our own food. I feel like it's a huge responsibility and that having a garden is a lot like having a baby it requires a lot of attention and care. I live in Eastern Kentucky but I never had to grow anything before. I'm thankful for your channel and I'll be watching all your videos.

    • @catnekokotyonok5180
      @catnekokotyonok5180 2 года назад +9

      @MoniHeiser Thank you for your service! 🙏🏼
      I started gardening at about 5 yrs of age & have always found joy in the whole process.
      It's a great lesson for *all* children to witness the miracle of a seed turning into food.
      Now I'm a disabled pensioner & live in a tiny apartment. I usually start a container garden on my balcony in late spring.
      But this year I tried gardening indoors in the dead of winter with a couple of grow lights. I feel as you do about a responsibility to grow food with all that's going on.
      Well, it worked! I have more food than I can eat or store. So I'm sharing with the other pensioner neighbours!
      Cheers,
      🐱

    • @caseG80
      @caseG80 2 года назад +9

      Just remember plants know how to grow and once established really shouldn’t be that much work except for enjoying your harvest. Stay observant to catch Insect issues, water problems either to much or or not enough and those pesky little critters that can reek havoc. Yes gardening is work but should be enjoyable work sometimes we gotta remind ourselves that. Thanks for your service cheers

    • @vuedanto8576
      @vuedanto8576 2 года назад

      What is up with some people writing so long comments on a simple video?

    • @ryanschwan2507
      @ryanschwan2507 2 года назад +10

      @@vuedanto8576 You don't have to read them

    • @ladonnawoodley5279
      @ladonnawoodley5279 2 года назад +7

      Hi Moni, I am 61 and also a retired veteran and also only started really gardening this season. I learn something from this young man every time I watch him and I love his style. Always upbeat and gets to the point.

  • @claudiaortiz9697
    @claudiaortiz9697 3 года назад +11

    I found out about you only a couple of weeks ago, looking for a gardener in NJ that I can learn and be inspired by, this has been a blessing to me, thank you for all your knowledge

  • @faebalina7786
    @faebalina7786 2 года назад +1

    so cute to see your little dog running around livinh his best little life

  • @em3842
    @em3842 2 года назад +1

    Tuck is so cute. I love to see him. Just adorable. So are you as well! I really like your presentation and insightful info. keep it up. I lived in Jersey for over 30 yrs. and loved it.

  • @reeferrenegades2028
    @reeferrenegades2028 2 года назад +49

    I want to tell you, I’m using you as my gardening professor! I’ll be headed out to my land within 2 years. I’ve been watching videos and taking notes, gonna do some practice runs at my current place… I really appreciate the experience you are sharing!

  • @SowGoodGardener
    @SowGoodGardener 3 года назад +241

    It’s sooo good to have you back James! I was beginning to worry about you for awhile but I’m glad that’s over now!

    • @jamesprigioni
      @jamesprigioni  3 года назад +99

      Thank you my friend, winter is over spring is here and no turning back!

    • @karlagaskin5964
      @karlagaskin5964 3 года назад +23

      Was thinking the same Welcome Back

    • @shall9858
      @shall9858 3 года назад +23

      ok good...I wasn't the only one worried! So happy to you are back James.

    • @watcher3774
      @watcher3774 3 года назад +44

      @@jamesprigioni I was kinda wondering about ya too. If you gonna take this winter off, make a vid so we dont worry. Give Tuck a belly rub for us.❤

    • @latoyaapril2129
      @latoyaapril2129 3 года назад +21

      Right I’m like where Prigioni!!

  • @kemifm
    @kemifm 6 месяцев назад +3

    My first time seeing your content- fantastic. I will start my Tomato in early May now. Makes so much sense. Nature is never in a hurry but everything gets done 😊

  • @lisabafundo4355
    @lisabafundo4355 2 года назад +2

    My dad did that with a framed peice of porch screening when I was a kid👍 I always remember that and do it myself..saves me lots of money on seed potting mix.

  • @twominutefoodforest165
    @twominutefoodforest165 3 года назад +39

    I'm a simple man: I'm asked to hit like for tuck, so I hit like for tuck.

    • @kimmemarker974
      @kimmemarker974 2 месяца назад +1

      James should put a camera on Tucks collar and then give Tuck his own channel 😅 Id watch

  • @paddyanne2024
    @paddyanne2024 3 года назад +83

    For sifting, I also use the plastic "trays" that you get when buying small starters - when the bottom is like a screen/lattice and its lighter to use for us "oldies" ! Thank you for your enthusiasm and wonderful videos :)

    • @Zizzyyzz
      @Zizzyyzz 2 года назад +8

      Ooh. Great idea!

    • @SarahWilliams-oo6zg
      @SarahWilliams-oo6zg 2 года назад +7

      That is a great idea!

    • @MichaelMikeTheRussianBot
      @MichaelMikeTheRussianBot 2 года назад +6

      Plastic bulb crate works even better/faster than a flat, as it's deeper, can hold more, & you can sift more quickly without spilling.

    • @lindakean7392
      @lindakean7392 2 года назад +10

      @@MichaelMikeTheRussianBot what is a plastic bulb crate?

    • @LSinclair
      @LSinclair 2 года назад +6

      @@MichaelMikeTheRussianBot that is brilliant! Didn’t know what they were so looked it up, will now make a trip to my nursery!

  • @unravel523
    @unravel523 2 года назад +1

    Oh man we cannot do without the Tuck, he is the Guardian and the quality garant. He is so sweet and surprising! Love love him so much! Always in on the gardening- and the fun- he is your sidekick

  • @alidadebruyn3560
    @alidadebruyn3560 11 месяцев назад +2

    I love Tuc. He is adorable eating away at his veggie snacks 😜

  • @TheSunRiseKid
    @TheSunRiseKid 3 года назад +72

    Haha!! Tuck cruising through super quick at the beginning💗😂

    • @jamesprigioni
      @jamesprigioni  3 года назад +26

      No squirrels even touching the backyard this year, he's relentless

    • @maknyc1539
      @maknyc1539 3 года назад +2

      When? I don't see it

    • @Alleged_Machinist_Bear
      @Alleged_Machinist_Bear 3 года назад +2

      @@maknyc1539 0:40

    • @TheSunRiseKid
      @TheSunRiseKid 3 года назад +1

      @@jamesprigioni HA!! He’s so adorable!!! My cats watch all the squirrels from the windows😹

    • @TheSunRiseKid
      @TheSunRiseKid 3 года назад +2

      @@maknyc1539 at the beginning Tuck runs through on the left side if I remember correctly.😊

  • @marcomerkbruno
    @marcomerkbruno 3 года назад +27

    So nice to see you and Tuck back in the garden! :)

  • @gwenkilby
    @gwenkilby 2 года назад +7

    I've watched hundreds of seed starting videos over the years and I believe this is the best one I've ever seen. Thought I'd heard it all, but you just upped my game in multiple ways. Much appreciated friend.

  • @cheriwilliams7001
    @cheriwilliams7001 2 года назад +1

    I live in an apartment on the 23td floor, but this was so interesting. You’re a great teacher. Younger minds need to hear you. They will absorb your knowledge like a sponge.

  • @cam7076
    @cam7076 2 года назад +138

    Thanks, James. This is the first video of yours I've watched and I really learned something here. And thank you, Tuck for your tireless contributions. I've never seen a dog enjoy kale so much, it must be good stuff!

    • @usewisdom2
      @usewisdom2 2 года назад +10

      Yeah so good to know about dogs eating healthy raw,

    • @miabishop1709
      @miabishop1709 2 года назад +3

      Right? Makes me want some Russian kale now. 😄

    • @unravel523
      @unravel523 2 года назад +2

      Oh you have some treats awaiting you, James arsenal of videos will make you so happy

  • @carastill5210
    @carastill5210 3 года назад +29

    I love that soil hack! And we love to see someone preaching pre-moistening the soil!!

  • @cathyceesay9233
    @cathyceesay9233 Год назад

    Well this explains a lot of my fails ... I'm gonna start again next year and follow this video... Thanks for the much needed clear instructions!!!

  • @reginapotts2583
    @reginapotts2583 2 года назад +9

    This is absolutely brilliant! There is NOTHING new or life-changing about anything you said! I guess being 70 years old and been gardening since I was 6 or 7 years old, I see nothing new in anything you said, but I have to give it to you: Absolutely Brilliant! You got ove a Million views! Mission accomplished! 👍

    • @tarar6926
      @tarar6926 Год назад

      feeling the same.....skipping through the video wondering how this is different than any other seed starting....did I miss something? I guess at least he didn't make something up?

    • @jutka12
      @jutka12 Год назад +1

      You should start a RUclips channel and impart your wisdom. The more people we have teaching others even the basic, non ground breaking information , because some people haven’t been brought up in environments where gardening happened, it would be a brilliant service to them!

  • @misssniss
    @misssniss 2 года назад +8

    I've been starting seeds and growing my own plants in my garden for almost 10 years now and I cannot believe how much new information I'm getting from this gentleman. I live in South Central Minnesota (zone 4b) And I found all of his information about tomato starting absolutely brilliant. We must have a similar growing zones. I always start my plants too early. I am so ready for spring that I feel like an almost will warmer weather is by starting my plants indoors... And I almost always regret it because they get long and spindly And absolutely ridiculous to try to maneuver. I will definitely be trying this method with my tomatoes this year... Starting late April and transplanting mid-may. 1000 thank yous!

  • @The.Finance.Theory
    @The.Finance.Theory 3 года назад +18

    So glad more uploads are coming

    • @jamesprigioni
      @jamesprigioni  3 года назад +6

      Let's Gooo! Me and Tuck are back at it Nomaan, thanks for your kind words

  • @Hummingbird_Homestead
    @Hummingbird_Homestead Год назад +1

    Tuck at the helm! I love that! Even though I garden here in Oklahoma, and have to make a couple of minor adjustments, your video information is so clear to me! Following along, learning, and watching😊 Tuck eat his vegetables is one of the best parts of my day!

  • @ross-smithfamily6317
    @ross-smithfamily6317 Год назад +1

    Love seeing Tuck at the helm of the garden! 💖🐾🐾

  • @reneedavis72
    @reneedavis72 3 года назад +169

    This is so exciting that Tuck is back!!°°

    • @jamesprigioni
      @jamesprigioni  3 года назад +19

      That's what I'm saying!

    • @johnfryman4428
      @johnfryman4428 3 года назад +2

      Tuck took a Massive Dump at 12:47, He was off screen, and seems - He must have gotten ahold of some corn from last season. Yeah Tuck - It's your Birthday, Your a Big Dog !

    • @maknyc1539
      @maknyc1539 3 года назад +3

      @@johnfryman4428 what

    • @maknyc1539
      @maknyc1539 3 года назад +4

      @@jamesprigioni Can you make a video of your favorite varieties of plants? That would be very awesome and helpful.

    • @al4377
      @al4377 3 года назад +4

      Makes me want to get my own Tuck!

  • @jean-marclariviere7618
    @jean-marclariviere7618 3 года назад +14

    Sir, i have been following you for a long time, you are an amazing person and Tuck....what a great friend you have in him, this dude makes me crack all the time. Your energy is awesome. You are making us better and aware of Mother Nature and i thank you for that...Wish you were my neighbour...you are in a sense..Morin Heights, Québec, Canada...visited your State many many times...again thank you so much....Sir

    • @yvonnedaily252
      @yvonnedaily252 3 года назад +1

      Tuck is one of the smartest little dogs I've ever seen eating his super greens and he seems very healthy and happy what a smart little partner you have... Thank you for everything appearing real and natural may you continue to always be blessed...🐾🌹👨‍🌾🥒🍅🥔☮️🌎♥️🙏

  • @jordiiceremoved3763
    @jordiiceremoved3763 Год назад +3

    I am just at this stage of starting my seeding experiments and I am amazed at all the great value and golden info I just received from this video ! It blew my mind, cause it is so precise, clear, straight to the point, very informative and practical, thank you so much !

  • @paulald2004
    @paulald2004 Год назад +3

    I learned more in your video than I have learned from multitudes of others for the last year. thank you so much for the awesome tips!

  • @autumnmeadows4079
    @autumnmeadows4079 3 года назад +23

    Oh, this is so good to see you, James. I love seeing the beginning of your plantings.

    • @jamesprigioni
      @jamesprigioni  3 года назад +4

      Let's Gooo! Glad to hear that Autumn, I love your name

  • @myllspicks
    @myllspicks 3 года назад +9

    tuck snacking on some home grown produce is what i have been missing all these months 💕

    • @Jenura01
      @Jenura01 3 года назад

      Ditto. Same for my own dog. She misses the garden veggies- especially cucumbers.

  • @victoryak86
    @victoryak86 2 года назад +1

    Tuck eating that kale is the cutest thing I’ve seen in a long time! That was priceless.

  • @brightchange6065
    @brightchange6065 Год назад +1

    So true what you said about the "right time" for plants to be ready to grow. I always start too early and the plants just sit there UNTIL THE TIME IS RIGHT and then, and only then, do they explode.

  • @marialane1805
    @marialane1805 3 года назад +6

    This young man is truly a gift to us! So informative! Love Tuck!

  • @debbiecohen13
    @debbiecohen13 3 года назад +16

    Just started gardening this year in my tiny yard here in San Diego, discovered your channel, build two raised beds, one with a hoop house (with chicken wire and shade cloth instead of plastic) and stuff is growing like gangbusters! All because of you and your enthusiasm, James. So cool to see the evolution of your knowledge, techniques, and even video editing! You're doing great things for lots of people and the planet, I'm sure you realize.

    • @sambotros1918
      @sambotros1918 2 года назад

      ruclips.net/video/iKoBujiJyfc/видео.html

  • @pippinwhite214
    @pippinwhite214 Год назад +1

    I had to restart the video to see that entrance again ! So fun and engaging , I'm happy to know some of the best farmers are so excited to share their knowledge!

  • @caspergenaro1495
    @caspergenaro1495 9 месяцев назад +1

    I'm saving this video and watching it again and again in hopes of having better success than I've had previously. Very informative video and I'm just in love with sweet little Tuck.❤❤❤❤❤

  • @lindakean7392
    @lindakean7392 2 года назад +34

    One of the best videos on seed starting and garden success! You hit the nail on the head with every issue I’ve had getting seeds started, transplanted and put outside! Timing!! I’ve been dreading the “3 month process” for spring and this just took that burden off! Your videos are so good-to the point- and love that Tuck!!

  • @thehobbypleb3435
    @thehobbypleb3435 3 года назад +29

    Let's goooo. A new james upload. I'm excited to use these new techniques.

  • @nancythane4104
    @nancythane4104 Год назад +2

    Tuck is adorable! I hope he and the rest of your family are doing wonderfully!😊

  • @shelly7017
    @shelly7017 Год назад +2

    I've used the same system for growing tomatoes, as your old system. I'll try your recommendations of starting them later, it makes a lot of sense. I've lifed on the Westcoast for 52 years. I just moved to the Eastcoast and live in gardening Zone 5.

  • @vickiotmani
    @vickiotmani 3 года назад +32

    As always thank you for the great advice!!! It’s so great to see you and Tuck back in action!!!!

  • @heatherj3030
    @heatherj3030 2 года назад +20

    I needed to hear the last part about the timing of your tomato seedlings. That was really helpful. I've struggled with leggy tomato starts in the past and I also noticed that they don't do much in the ground when I plant them early. Your way of doing it takes out the stress of it.

  • @Swtjne1
    @Swtjne1 11 месяцев назад +1

    I will rewatch this one several times. Thank you for this information rich video. It is so helpful to gardening newbies like me!

  • @linbat1
    @linbat1 5 месяцев назад +1

    Thank you James - love to see Tuck munching on your veggies - he's so cute!