First Sprouts of the Season!

It's February 5, 2020, and today I spotted the first sprout of the season from the indoor seeds. The Dragon's Egg Cucumber is the first to put forth a real sprout, but it looks like the DAR Cucumber will not be far behind. I'm really looking forward to tasting these new cucumber varieties, but right now I'm delighted to see the tiny seedlings emerging from the soil.

My indoor seeds are sitting in an upstairs room in front of a sunny window, so they're very warm and well lit and protected from curious cats. I've started them in Jiffy pots in seed starter mix. Last year I had a plastic starter tray, but this year I wanted to reduce my plastics use and have a very easy transition for the plants into their eventual garden homes. It was sometimes tricky to get the seedlings out of the plastic trays last year, and I have fewer extras this year to risk losing.

I'll post new pictures and updates as the seeds continue to sprout. What are you starting from seed this year, and what are you planting directly into the garden? Let me know in the comments!


* Dragon's Egg Cucumber and DAR Cucumber seeds from Baker Creek Seeds.