A class showed us how to start seeds in the snow! Simply punch holes for air and drainage in an empty gallon container, slice it partially open, but not completely. Leave a small section as a 'hinge' (See photo.) Fill with seedling soil and seeds, tape lid closed, write the date and the seeds you planted in the jug and place OUTSIDE, by a wall for a little extra protection and close enough to check on them.
When the weather warms up enough (check moisture through cap hole and gently sprinkle if it needs moisture.) The seeds will start sprouting themselves when their weather conditions are right! Plus they will be hardened for transplanting too!
Think spring!
Source: Penn State Extension Service
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I never knew you could do this!!! Terrific step by step picture directions to go with the wording!
wish it was explaned better
i also wish it was explained better
I wish I could read the labels in the picture. Sounds like a fun idea.
You can do a Google search as well "winter sowing milk jugs" and see step by step and tips on what seeds to grow.
I know snow is an excellent thermal insulator because it contains a large amount of air and that white bears dig shelters deep in the snow to protect themselves. This method could work in a region where snow falls and stays for the whole winter but in a region like mine we can get snow at the beginning of winter when temperature is around 0° C (32°F) and then temperature can go up and down from -10 °C (14°F) to 10°C (50°F) the whole winter and even spring.
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