About this episode
Struggling with seed starting failures even when you follow the rules? It might not be your lights, watering, or timing. In this episode, we break down seed starting mix and why the wrong soil can sabotage seedlings before they ever get going. I'm joined by Joe Lamp'l, and we're digging into peat-based mixes, coconut coir problems, wetting agents, and the simple moisture mistakes most gardeners make indoors. Free Download: Seed Starting Guide Confident seed starting without the guesswork—what to start, when to start, and how to do it successfully. https://journeywithjill.net/seed-starting-guide Key Takeaways Most seed starting failures trace back to the growing medium, not the gardener Peat-based mixes work well, but moisture management matters Coconut coir can fail if it's not properly washed and buffered Overwatering causes more problems than underwatering Seed trays should feel light before watering again Resource Links Seed Starting Guide (free): https://journeywithjill.net/seed-starting-guide Seed Starting Troubleshooting Guide: http://journeywithjill.net/seed-starting-troubleshooting-guide Friday Emails: https://journeywithjill.net/gardensignup
