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When Should I Start Planting Seeds?

You Expert Guide to Seed Planting 

Planted Seeds in PittsburghWhen to Start Seeds Indoors
When Should You Transplant Your Seedlings?
Planting Your Seedlings
  • Try to transplant on an overcast day or early in the morning so the plant can settle before the sun rises. 
  • Be sure to soak the soil around the seedlings after you’ve finished transplanting. 
  • If the season is dry, you can spread mulch over the area to help retain moisture. 
  • Fertilize the area to promote strong root development using two tablespoons of 15-30-15 starter fertilizer into a gallon of water, providing one cup of the mixture to each seedling for a few days. 
  • Plan your transplant around the forecast for spring frosts and have a plan to protect your plants. 

Need Help Getting Your Landscape Ready for Spring? Call J Bird’s Landscaping! 

Author: Jay Nagy


Owner & Founded of J Bird's Landscaping. 18+ Years of experience in Pittsburgh lawn cutting, patio installation, trucking/hauling, French drain installation, and other landscape/design services.



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