Growing in Leaps and Bounds

Ok, yes, me the complete geek, I have a spreadsheet outlining all of the observations, growth measurements, expected harvest dates, etc. of every plant. Additionally - there is a chart showing the growth progress of each plant - which I will share here for my other geeky friends :)

I have researched and researched and researched the best (and most economical) types of containers, and I will be on the hunt to purchase them this weekend. It is clear that the peas, green beans, and corn need to be moved to a more permanent planting VERY soon. I'd hate to loose ground - and seedlings - by leaving them in the peat tray for too long. The roots need to be able to expand.

Am I Seeing Things?

Ok, less than 24 hours after planting, we're already seeing sprouts in the Peas (all pods) and Corn (1/2 of the pods) -- that's like 5-10 days ahead of schedule!

Container Garden - Step 1 (2009)

I purchased the Jiffy Greenhouse seed starter flat (holds 72 expanding peat pellets), and planted Peas, Green Beans, Cucumbers, Lettuce, 2 kinds of Tomatoes (Early Girl and Better Boy), Corn, Onions, Brocolli, and Carrots.