Difficult decisions in the gardening planning
It seems to be a juggle now, preparing for transferring some pods into the hydrophobic setup while still growing some of the winter greens to maturity. Light (and heat) are the main deciding factors, as the largest greens no longer need as much of either (nor nutrients, so tap water will be just fine) so they sit on a window ledge waiting to be eaten. Those you see in a clear plastic box on the green stool at the base of the garden setup.
I really need to harvest the big Bok Choy plants in the bottom, but they're not doing any harm where they are, so will use them as needed. And they're so pretty.
The growing broccolini seedlings are in their nursery sitting on top of the tray of the garden, to take advantage of the light, before they're ready to move. Should they go into the hydroponics garden as an intermediate step, (the tomatoes and peppers will definitely)? Or directly into pots to plant out? Decision deferred on that one for the moment.
The tomatoes are germinating and growing so they needed the light turned on for them (second photo) , while still requiring the heat mat. The peppers also on the heat mat don't need the light but do need the warmth. They are slower to germinate, no signs yet. I hope that light is enough to prevent leggy growth. Also the light will only be on for 13 or so hours a day, as it's not on a timer as is the garden.
So here we are. Spring is starting in Eastern Canada. And my garlic outside is about 6-8 inches high!
