Podcast Q&A Episode Seed Starting, Adding Compost To Garden, Self Employed Health Insurance and More

Source: http://smalltownhomestead.com/54 On today’s podcast episode I will be giving my thoughts on some questions from you, the listeners. I will be answering questions today on seed starting, how and when to add finished compost to a garden, I'll give my thoughts on health insurance for the self employed, tanning rabbit hides, software I use to do my "techy stuff" and what life looks like a little further along in the homesteading journey. If you want to ask a questions for a future Q & A episode send your question to [email protected] or call it in and leave a voicemail message to 765-203-1949. Today's Questions: Helen asks - I'd love to hear your seed starting tips. I'll be starting to sow seed for this season in mid February so it's coming up fast! My soil is heavy clay and our season is relatively short so I prefer to start seeds in trays, pots even guttering. What are your favourite methods or does it depend on the crop? Resources: Seedling Starter Trays, 144 Cells: (24 Trays; 6-cells Per Tray) Espoma 16-Quart Organic Seed Starter Premium Potting Mix Plant Greenhouse on Wheels with Clear Cover - 4 Tiers Rack Stands http://smalltownhomestead.com/indoor-garden-lighting/ Find Your Average Last Frost Date . Danny asks - I have some finished compost ready to be added to the garden. I've read lots of articles on making compost. I've read lots of articles on finishing compost. I've never had anyone write an article on when to add compost. So when and how do you add compost to a raised bed garden?