Kara's Garden

I'm getting better at starting seeds. I can tell because I have like, two of every variety of plant growing in the garden. I tend to start too many seeds, then get emotionally attached and can't bring myself to thin them out! Carl is not a fan of this practice. We're going to have to build him his own little garden where he can grow a food plot!

But despite my efforts, I am having real trouble getting habaneros and cayenne pepper seeds to germinate. I have a few varieties from a few suppliers, one being Bakers so I know it's operator error.

I purchased these little Jiffy pellets because I overheard someone at gardening class raving about them. I thought I'd give them a shot with the new heirloom seeds I ordered and see how they worked! So far I haven't seen any activity.

Germination on hot peppers is supposedly more difficult than other seeds because they need a very warm, moist environment. Many articles I've read suggest germination on a warm window sill to keep the temperature up, but I live in South Florida so I've been leaving them outdoors.

Today I'm sticking them in a tupperware container with a little water, or covering them with plastic wrap. Hopefully they'll pop up! Keep your fingers crossed for me!