{"id":8000,"date":"2023-10-02T20:29:24","date_gmt":"2023-10-02T20:29:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/karlapatin.com\/?p=8000"},"modified":"2023-10-10T02:42:18","modified_gmt":"2023-10-10T02:42:18","slug":"what-is-direct-sowing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/karlapatin.com\/index.php\/2023\/10\/02\/what-is-direct-sowing\/","title":{"rendered":"What Is Direct Sowing?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Direct sowing is just planting your seeds directly in the garden rather than starting seeds indoors and planting seedlings. There are several reasons you may choose to direct sow. Here are a few of my reasons:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">1. <strong>Small seeds.<\/strong> If the seed is small, like lettuce seeds, I might direct sow them just to get them started and I\u2019ll thin them out later.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">2. <strong>Root Crops.<\/strong> Root crops such as carrots do not transplant well, so it\u2019s best to directly sow them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">3.<strong> Bare soil.<\/strong> If I have a space in the garden, I will direct sow a few seeds to fill in the area and protect the soil. It is also a great way to get an exact harvest of a loved crop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Consider how long the plant will take to grow based on where you are sowing it so that it will not be in the way of future garden plans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Benefits of Direct Sowing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Transplants are wonderful and after a long winter, we are all excited about getting the seeds started. However, direct sowing your seeds saves you time by reducing the hassle of transplanting. And money because you don\u2019t need seed trays or potting soil.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/karlapatin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/IMG_20220919_110322_368-1024x1024.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8002\" width=\"410\" height=\"410\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Drawbacks of Direct Sowing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Young plants are less likely to survive being attacked by insects or an unexpected frost.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li> You will also need to thin out plants to get the desired spacing, which takes some extra time and effort.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li> Lastly, direct seeding may result in slower germination rates if your soil temperature is not ideal.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tips for Direct Sowing Seeds<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/karlapatin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Direct-sowing2.jpg\" alt=\"Direct Sowing\" class=\"wp-image-8004\" width=\"321\" height=\"214\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Direct Sowing<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Water before and after sowing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Don\u2019t over-seed to prevent seed waste, and time thinly plants later.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Plant when the temperatures are right for germination.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Push any mulch to the side until seedlings appear.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep track of your planting date, so if the seed does not germinate you have time to replant.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Vegetables to Direct Sow from Seed<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Below are common plants that you should always direct sow from seed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Carrots<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Garlic<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Parsnips<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Potatoes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Turnips<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many other plants can also be planted directly from seed, but the ones listed here grow best with no root disturbance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Have a Great Fall Season<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s now time for Fall Gardening, but planting and growing your food is a journey and each season comes with it\u2019s gifts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Just remember to plant on time, track your germination, and give your plants lots of care and you\u2019ll have a great season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re looking for a great place to get seeds from, stop by <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/karlapatin.com\/index.php\/shop\/\" title=\"\">our shop<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Then once you receive your seeds, plan out your planting dates based on your weather and your gardening zone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Follow Me on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/karlas_garden\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Instagram<\/a> for Pics and Tips from the garden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Happy Growing!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Direct sowing is just planting your seeds directly in the garden rather than starting seeds indoors and planting seedlings. 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