If I were to wait too long, I think I would go through the trouble of getting down and cutting the ones that need to go. Activating activity, but worthy of the effort. For me, probably the learning mistake that would reinforce the lesson to get it done at the right time in the future to avoid the problem all together. Edit- *aggravating* activity.
Is there a video or info somewhere that addresses next steps for fall sown cool flowers? Mine are looking really sad, kinda yellowish, droopy, anything but perky. Still getting light frosts (PNW 8b) and day temps only upper 40s. Hesitant to use liquid fertilizer, although yesterday spread around some plant tone. This is my first attempt at this, so not really sure what is normal.
Not a flower farmer, here. But I think I have heard Lisa say to wait and watch, as soil and air temps rise, they may take off, if the root systems were well established in the fall. Meaning they may be dormant. But I have heard her say there are situations where she can tell they are too damaged, a loss, not worthy of the effort to try to save, start over. I have heard her advise to take a sample to your local extension office. There are biologists, plant specialists who have a lot of experience, and love to share their knowledge. They can send the sample to be tested for disease, or lack of, or too much of a nutrient. Without seeing the plamts and the environment, there is no way for anyone to know what is happening to your plants. They could be staying too wet, if drainage is not good enough, and they are the type of plant that cannot survive& thrive with "wet feet". If so, this has been a great experiment for you to see how to create a way for your bed to drain better in the future, or plant something more hardy there next time. I wish you well, and hope your plants are simply dormant, waiting to take off in warmer weather.
Hello! I do not believe we have a video covering that topic, but Lisa frequently says that this is the time of year when fall-planted cool flowers can look pretty rough and people tend to lose faith 🙃 Of course, it is possible that the plants did not make it through the winter due to poor drainage, a cold snap, damage due to voles or other creatures, etc. Hopefully, you will start to see growth as the weather warms up. Best of luck, and thanks so much for watching! ☺
@@LayneAngeloTGW You are welcome. I am glad if I helped at all. I try to say only what I've learned, not guess. I do not have expertise, just a little experience with the Master Gardeners when I lived in Kentucky. I didn't answer the questions at the office as a MG, I frequently took plant problems to them, mainly participated in community educational activities. So I seem to be expert in nothing and know a little bit about a few things in the plant realm. I enjoy these podcasts so much, thank you, Layne.
Wonderful information. THANK YOU!!
You are so welcome, Camille! So happy you enjoyed this episode ☺ Thanks so much for watching, and have a lovely evening! 🤗
Yes, another great show!!
Thanks so much for the positive feedback, Karen! 💚 Have a wonderful evening 🤗
Very helpful . Ty
Thanks so much for watching and for the positive feedback! Have a wonderful evening 🤗
“Seedling social distancing”❤Love this phrase! Today’s contents are an invaluable advice as usual
😂 So happy you enjoyed this episode and that fun phrase! Thanks so much for the positive feedback, and have a wonderful evening! 🤗
Agreed, another great show!
Thank you so much, Frauke! So glad you enjoyed it ☺ Have a lovely evening! 🤗
Thinning still makes me feel bad, but it's a necessary job:) Thanks ladies!
Me, too, Madonna 😭😂😭 Have a lovely day! 🤗
This is invaluable information. Thank you both! Heading out to thin today!
Thanks so much for watching, and good luck with your thinning! 🌱🤗🌱
@@LayneAngeloTGW thank you!
The Japanese Hand Hoe is brilliant and works great for thinning!
Love these videos!! Thank you! Would love to see a video of you showing how to thin.
Thank you!
You are so welcome! Thanks so much for watching and for taking the time to leave a kind comment 🤗
If I were to wait too long, I think I would go through the trouble of getting down and cutting the ones that need to go. Activating activity, but worthy of the effort. For me, probably the learning mistake that would reinforce the lesson to get it done at the right time in the future to avoid the problem all together. Edit- *aggravating* activity.
Great point, Lisa! Thanks for sharing, and have a lovely evening! 🤗
Is there a video or info somewhere that addresses next steps for fall sown cool flowers? Mine are looking really sad, kinda yellowish, droopy, anything but perky. Still getting light frosts (PNW 8b) and day temps only upper 40s. Hesitant to use liquid fertilizer, although yesterday spread around some plant tone. This is my first attempt at this, so not really sure what is normal.
Not a flower farmer, here. But I think I have heard Lisa say to wait and watch, as soil and air temps rise, they may take off, if the root systems were well established in the fall. Meaning they may be dormant. But I have heard her say there are situations where she can tell they are too damaged, a loss, not worthy of the effort to try to save, start over. I have heard her advise to take a sample to your local extension office. There are biologists, plant specialists who have a lot of experience, and love to share their knowledge. They can send the sample to be tested for disease, or lack of, or too much of a nutrient. Without seeing the plamts and the environment, there is no way for anyone to know what is happening to your plants. They could be staying too wet, if drainage is not good enough, and they are the type of plant that cannot survive& thrive with "wet feet". If so, this has been a great experiment for you to see how to create a way for your bed to drain better in the future, or plant something more hardy there next time. I wish you well, and hope your plants are simply dormant, waiting to take off in warmer weather.
Hello! I do not believe we have a video covering that topic, but Lisa frequently says that this is the time of year when fall-planted cool flowers can look pretty rough and people tend to lose faith 🙃 Of course, it is possible that the plants did not make it through the winter due to poor drainage, a cold snap, damage due to voles or other creatures, etc. Hopefully, you will start to see growth as the weather warms up. Best of luck, and thanks so much for watching! ☺
@@lisafeck1537 Thanks so much for jumping in with this great response, Lisa! 🤗
@@LayneAngeloTGW You are welcome. I am glad if I helped at all. I try to say only what I've learned, not guess. I do not have expertise, just a little experience with the Master Gardeners when I lived in Kentucky. I didn't answer the questions at the office as a MG, I frequently took plant problems to them, mainly participated in community educational activities. So I seem to be expert in nothing and know a little bit about a few things in the plant realm. I enjoy these podcasts so much, thank you, Layne.
How many blooms do you get per plant? You mentioned they are single stalk.
It's hard to decide who lives and who dies. 🌱
I agree, Carol! Thinning is my least favorite task 😭 Thanks so much for watching, and have a great evening! 🤗
I fully realize how important thinning is but it honestly feels unamerican to me. LOL
This is invaluable information. Thank you both! Heading out to thin today!