In the Atlanta area our last frost date is around April 15 so we have to count back to figure out when to sow seeds indoors to get a jump-start on the growing season. Here is a seed sowing calendar to help you get plants ready for when the weather warms up. 12 Weeks before last frost January 22 begonia, browallia, geranium, larkspur, viola, pansy, vinca 11 Weeks before last frost January 29 Dianthus, petunia, portulaka, verbena, onions, celery, celeriac 10 Weeks before last frost February 5 heliotrope, candytuft, primula, leek, early greens (to be planted out in the coldframe or greenhouse beds), snapdragon, stock 9 Weeks before last frost February 12 delphinium, chamomile, parsley, Greek oregano, impatiens, rudbeckia, early lettuce, kale, escarole, thyme 8 Weeks before last frost February 19 pepper (78*F), shallot, eggplant, basil, cherry tomato, cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli, columbine, dahlia, phlox 7 Weeks before…
Author: Jane Burke
Seed Exchange
This is the time of year to collect seeds to share with your fellow Master Gardeners in our yearly Seed Exchange. What to do: Collect seed Dry seed Store dried seed in paper envelopes, labeled e-mail Jane Burke with a list of what seeds you have to share (see Kathy’s weekly e-mails for the address) Once I know what everyone has to share I will e-mail you the list and you can pick what you want. You will receive a list of the seeds people want from you and how many packets of each to make up. You have to offer seed to be able to request seed. Frequently Asked Questions: How many seeds per packet? A: As many as you would like to provide. If you only have a few and several people want what you have, you could provide as few as 10 seeds per packet. If you…
Master Gardener Apron
Our first new logo item is this wonderful high quality three pocketed bib apron with adjustable neck. Bright red fabric made by Fame is known for its durability and ease of washing. The logo is embroidered in black. You can customize your apron more by adding your name. You will be easy to identify as a Gwinnett Master Gardener at any Master Gardener event – it could be an Ask the Master Gardener clinic or helping out at one of our fundraisers, such as the Plant Sale or Garden Tour. Of course, you can also wear your apron in the garden where it will hold some tools, pens/pencils, tags and plastic ties. The aprons will sell for $19 with the embroidered logo. Extra large size available for $4 more. Your name is an additional $6. Perhaps one for events and one to work in! Think about ordering some for friends…