How should we apply Preen when seeding vegetables?
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I love using Preen. It has helped keep the weeds from growing. I have only used it in my regular garden, not where I grow vegetables. I like the answers submitted by other fellow users. It is better to be safe!
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You can't. Wait till they have foliage then apply. I would recommend their veritable variety though.
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I'm not certain about this question because I haven't planted veggies. I have successfully used Preen with ornamentals. Sorry I can't be much help on this one.
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You can safely put your preen down first before seeding and then after seeding three months later sprinkle preen around seedlings will not hurt vegetables but keep your garden weed free hope this answer your question
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I put seed in a can - pour some on and stir it in. It costs it but it isn't wet. Then, I fill the feeders.
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The Preen pre-emergence can be used on weeds 2-3 weeks old; you may be a little late for existing weeds; however I put this down every 3 months to control weeds throughout the summer season. This will really help in July / August when crabgrass and misc. weeds go nuts in the heat.
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It never says you can overdo preen it must be your dirt get more good dirt and peet moss and fertilizer for dirt then plant your seed or plants everything should be fine then after planting if you have monster weeds like I do ( may have been why you overdoPreen) wait 3 months then sprinkle Preen then lightly water will not wash preen away
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I have planted this seed in peat pots and also in ground the last 2 years with good results and had great cucumbers. Be sure not to over water, go with the misting method and provide plenty of sunlight and warmth.
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I ph my water and soak it in it till it fattens all the way up. Then i squeeze it gently and let it absorb it again. I do that a few times before u put the seedling in two seeds dept.
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with small seed such as mustard and turnip greens we mix them with sand and just broadcast it. best answer I can give you.
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Hi Kathryn:I just rinse the seeds off before the initial soaking. I believe they are organic, so they should be fine.But contact The Sprout House if you are worried.Best,Sarah
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Hmmm. The directions, I thought, were pretty clear. It's been a while since I used mine for broccoli sprouts.... but your seeds will stay in the inner container (after the rinsing and shaking process) for proper aeration, humidity and moisture. And that's where they'll begin sprouting.
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I used it to spread powdered lime - I set it on the lightest setting and made several rounds to ensure even coverage. principle should be the same for small seeds. Hopefully other more experienced gardeners/farmers can give a more precise answer.
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You place the disks one in each section of the tray, wet the soil, (leave the fabric intact). When soil is moist use a spoon and "dig a small hole for the seeds. Drop the seeds in the hole and cover with the dirt you removed or moved. Place in a warm sunny location. Keep the soil moist but not dripping wet and wait for the seeds to sprout. It takes about a week for the seeds to grow. Some will come up sooner than 7 days.
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Not to my knowledge and I've used it for years. Preen is specifically designed to prevent seeds from sprouting by preventing their roots from growing. I have a number of bird feeders in my yard and I can really see the difference if I don't use it. It doesn't even bother my dahlias or other established perennials. Just don't use it if you've recently planted anything that's small seeds, I wouldn't use it until they've popped up well through the soil. Anything a couple of inches down should be okay. Dont forget to reapply Preen after another 8 or 9 weeks to keep any new weed seeds from sprouting and you should be weed-free for the season. Not to my knowledge and I've used it for years. Preen is specifically designed to prevent seeds from sprouting by preventing their roots from growing. I have a number of bird feeders in my yard and I can really see the difference if I don't use it. It doesn't even bother my dahlias or other established perennials. Just don't use it if you've recently planted anything that's small seeds, I wouldn't use it until they've popped up well through the soil. Anything a couple of inches down should be okay. Dont forget to reapply Preen after another 8 or 9 weeks to keep any new weed seeds from... » Read More Not to my knowledge and I've used it for years. Preen is specifically designed to prevent seeds from sprouting by preventing their roots from growing. I have a number of bird feeders in my yard and I can really see the difference if I don't use it. It doesn't even bother my dahlias or other established perennials. Just don't use it if you've recently planted anything that's small seeds, I wouldn't use it until they've popped up well through the soil. Anything a couple of inches down should be okay. Dont forget to reapply Preen after another 8 or 9 weeks to keep any new weed seeds from sprouting and you should be weed-free for the season. « Show Less
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Preen will only prevent seeds from germinating. Good weed cover paper will in most cases smother the existing weeds. To make sure you can use a herbaside such as roundup to rid the area of germinated weed seeds. that weeds that have germinated.
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If you are planting in the ground and want a lot of plants, space the single seeds out 2 - 3 inches although it depends on which plant you are seeding. You may want to put a few more seeds in each hole for parsley, chives and cilantro. I have a small kitchen garden box so I put up to six seeds in each hole and will thin them as necessary. Germination is good but be patient.
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I have the same sprouting system although I only use three trays as its only me eating them. What I recommend is placing one Tbsp of seeds in a small bowl. So three Tbs in three separate bowls. Add water and soak overnight. Then in the morning rinse and place each bowl of seeds in a tray and stack. Then water twice a day. In about a week you will have a crop of sprouts to harvest. Sprout house has the best seeds. Good luck. All of my seeds always sprout and they are delicious
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Hi there, this is Lisa, I am the owner of Zziggysgal. A method that I like best, is to poke several holes, spaced at least 1-2 inches apart, and place 1-3 seeds in each.
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First you have to soak the seeds in water (at least 4 hours to 8 hours depending on the size of the seed) for 1-2 tbsp. of seeds. Then you rinse and place them into a tray. Put the solid tray on bottom and add 1/8 to 1/4 cup of water 3-4 times a day. Don't let them dry out. They don't have to be placed in the sun but it helps, or under flor. light. Darin water out of bottom once a day. When sprouts are ready(4-5 days) they need rinsed and the hulls need to be discarded (they are bitter). Dry as much as much as possible and store in container or veggie bag in frig. enjoy