This crop includes Seeds of Change “Sputnik” arugula, High Mowing Organic Seeds “Parris Island” romaine lettuce, High Mowing Organic Seeds “Red Russian” kale and an heirloom variety “Southern Giant Curled” mustard greens that I bought from an Etsy seller. I also hope to start some spinach, and friends have told me that radishes will do well, too.

They are being grown in a new soil mix for me—Fox Farm’s Light Warrior seed starting mix, resplendent with earthworm castings. Also new for me this year: I actually took the time to clean and sterilize old-ish seed starting trays with a mixture of bleach and water (10 parts water to 1 part bleach). A little extra effort to banish anything that could impinge upon my seedlings’ health, growth and stability.

And, to keep my little sous-gardener, Willa May, engaged, I bought a spray bottle for gentle waterings. She delights in this chore yet takes it very seriously. I hope she finds the entire process intriguing. Getting her (and my husband) to eat the greens, however, will be another challenge altogether.

Sources:

High Mowing Organic Seeds

Seeds of Change Organic Seeds

Fox Farm Light Warrior Seed Starting Medium