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Posted by Giveitago1990 (U14851216) on Sunday, 24th April 2011
Im new to gardening this year and my husband got me a plastice green house for my birthday this year and I have planted tomato and sweet pepper seeds about a week ago!
Do i need to put a lid over the top to help them grow if so what do i use?
Hi.
I think you mean to aid germination ?
If this is the case then I would use a clear plastic bag. This will keep the heat and moisture in and raise humidity levels. When they have germinated, I would remove the bag but ensure they have adequate water (but dont douse them), they just need to stay damp.
Hope this helps
PJ
Hi
i will give that a go then thank you.
Also do you know whether i should be leaving the door open on the greenhouse during the day?
I've found the caps with fine roses that screw on to empty plastic bottles are invaluable for keeping seedlings moist.
It might be worth investing in a thermometer(min/max for choice) as well. It is very hot in my area (south Devon) right now and I've had to put the fan on in my greenhouses despite having doors and vents fully open in the day.
Agree with Figrat. If you go in there and it feels uncomfortable then it`s too hot. I was also advise you buy a thermometer.
PJ
Whereabouts are you giveitago? At this time of year it makes a big difference. You would probably be better not putting lids over your seeds unless you are in the north or your greenhouse doesn't get much sun.
Thank you all for your advice i live in weymouth (south Dorset) and i have a very sunny garden?
What is the ideal temperature for a green house?
I don't like mine to get much over 25deg C. If you do get thermometer, remember to try and put it somewhere where it doesn't get direct sun.
Thank you all again for your advice i will give it a go x
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