locations—depending on the weather—where you can
place it while the seeds germinate and grow:
A seedling flat
Note: Greenhouses are usually double glazed for maximum protection and are
unheated or heated.
- In a greenhouse or miniature greenhouse if the weather
is cold.
Note: Cold frames are single or double glazed; are open to the outside air, at least in
part by being opened a little during the day; and are closed at night.
- In a cold frame for 2 days when the seedlings are
almost transplanting size as part of their hardening off
(acclimatization to the cooler outside) for
transplanting in cold weather. - In the open for 2 more days to complete the hardening