Transplants and Transformations

Master Gardener Mark Rice inspires every time, with his deep knowledge and enthusiasm for gardening. We had another lovely class yesterday. We learned how to transplant a small seedling into larger plastic 6-pack cells.  What was cool is everyone from little kids to first time adults got to do this hands-on.  I loved seeing the miniature seed starting trays with each cell growing one seed. There were tomatoes, sweet and hot peppers. Even kale.  We learned how to lift out individual seedlings, separating the delicate roots a little bit to let them breathe as they entered a new environment. We each took a tray home.  The real work comes when they get big enough to transplant into the ground, given the quality of soil and environment you have in your home garden.

One tomato seedling has potential to produce 30 pounds of fruit.   Wow!!