Winter Sowing Vault - 20 Non-GMO Heirloom Seed Varieties
Seed Armory's Winter Sowing Vault is perfect for those who seek an environmentally conscious way to garden while enjoying a range of robust, healthy vegetables. Get your garden off to a strong start with our Winter Sowing Vault.
- 20 Seed Varieties
- Garden varieties that are suitable to plant and grow during winter months
- Heat-sealed and moisture-proof Mylar packaging
- FREE Growing and Seed Saving E-book
- FREE SHIPPING (USA 48)
SEED VARIETIES INCLUDED:
- Asparagus - Mary Washington
- Beet - Detroit Dark Red
- Broccoli - Calabrese
- Brussel Sprouts - Long Island
- Cabbage - Golden Acre
- Cabbage - Red Acre
- Carrot - Scarlet Nantes
- Cauliflower - Snowball Y Improved
- Collard Greens - Vates
- Kale - Vates Scotch Blue Curled
- Kale - White Russian
- Lettuce - Butter Crunch
- Lettuce - Crisphead Iceberg
- Lettuce - Parris Island Romaine
- Lettuce - Ruby Red Leaf
- Lettuce - Salad Bowl
- Onion - Red Burgundy
- Onion - Yellow Sweet Spanish
- Radish - Cherry Belle
- Spinach - Bloomsdale
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Introducing the Winter Sowing Vault from Seed Armory, your perfect solution for an early start to your garden. This collection is specially designed for winter sowing, featuring a selection of vegetables that thrive in cooler temperatures. Our vault includes plants that are not only cold-resistant but also flourish during the winter season.
The Winter Sowing method is both eco-friendly and cost-effective, and it lets you get a great jump on an extended growing season! It involves using recycled containers as mini-greenhouses, a great way to reduce waste and save on gardening expenses. This approach is ideal for gardeners looking to start their planting season early, using a sustainable and efficient technique. Keep reading for more information about Winter Sowing.
Winter Sowing Vault - 20 Non-GMO Heirloom Seed Varieties
Vegetables that are easy to Grow
Asparagus - Mary Washington
Beet - Detroit Dark Red
Brussel Sprouts - Long Island
Carrot - Scarlet Nantes
Kale - White Russian
Radish - Cherry Belle
WHAT IS THE
WINTER SOWING METHOD?
Winter sowing is a technique for starting seeds outdoors during the winter in mini greenhouses made from recycled containers. For hardy plants and those that need a period of cold stratification, this method works especially well.
Here are the general steps for winter sowing varieties suitable for this method.
Collect Containers
Use clear or translucent containers with lids, such as milk jugs, water bottles, or salad containers. Ensure they are clean and can be sealed or closed.
Prepare Containers
Drill drainage holes at the bottom and a few ventilation holes on the top or sides of each container. For milk jugs or similar, cut horizontally almost all the way through, leaving a small section as a hinge.
PREPARE THE SOIL
Use a good-quality potting mix or seed-starting mix. Moisten the soil before filling your containers to just below the cut or the top.
SOW THE SEEDS
Plant the seeds at the depth recommended on the seed packet. Some seeds need light to germinate and should be sown on the surface, while others need to be covered.
LABEL CONTAINERS
Label each container with the name of the plant and the sowing date using a waterproof marker. This is crucial for keeping track of what you've planted.
WATER SEEDS
Gently water the seeds into the dirt. The soil should be moist but not waterlogged.
SEAL CONTAINER
Close the lids or cover the containers. If you've cut the containers, use duct tape to seal the edges, but leave the top hinge open for ventilation.
PLACE OUTSIDE
Place the containers outside in a spot where they'll be exposed to rain and snow but not to high winds or heavy foot traffic. Ensure they receive sufficient sunlight as the days lengthen.
Monitor and Care
Check the containers periodically. They may need additional watering if the soil starts to dry out, especially as temperatures rise in the spring.
Transplanting
Once the seedlings have grown and the weather has warmed up, you can transplant them into your garden. Harden off the seedlings by gradually exposing them to outside conditions for longer periods each day over a week or so.
- Room Temperature: 3-7 Years
- Refrigerated: 5-10 Years
- Frozen (Recommended): 15-25 Years
Remember... Treat all seeds as if they're a living organism. They will naturally lose viability over time and it's your job to make sure that they've got the best environment to survive (We've already provided the safest packaging).
The viability of seeds will vary for each type, but our heat sealed and moisture proof resealable packaging will help to keep them healthy for years to come.
At room temperature, you can expect your seeds to survive from 3-7 years. Stored in a cooler climate, you could easily expect a lifespan of 7 to 25 years. (especially when frozen)
INDOOR: This kit includes individual seed packets that can be used used anywhere indoors.
OUTDOOR: The USDA website provides a map that can help you determine your specific growing zone.
The Survival Seeds Super Vault is suitable for USDA Zones 4-9, but may be suitable for other regions if started earlier indoors or using a greenhouse growing method.
