What is the proper seed medium? There are no specific instructions in the box. Using the bag of potting mix from my hardware store results in fragile

Search for Eliot Coleman's seed block soil recipe. He is the clever farmer who came up with the seed blocking idea. There are lots of variations on his basic soil recipe. I use about half peat moss, half compost, with some perlite, and a sprinkling of lime, phosphorous, and greensand and slowly add water and mix it all together until it jiggles a little. You can ball it up in your hand and drop it - if it largely stays together its good. Seed block mix needs to have a lot more water in it than a conventional potting mix

How big is this basket?

Product Dimensions: 14 x 15.25 x 5.38 inches (35.6 x 38.7 x 13.7 cm) Item Weight: 2.5 pounds (1.13 kg)

Would blocks left outdoors be destroyed by rain or are these just for indoor use?

I had trouble getting the blocks to come out in one piece. I found this product to be of no use. I’d give you mine if I could

How do you sharpen the tip?

I believe it would sharpen the way you would a normal knife except the curve is in reverse. But I’ve never sharpened one of these particular knives.

Harvesting Knife with Serrated Edge, Gardening Hand Tool with Flat Tip Blade and Sheath, Perfect for Thick Stalks and Stems

Product ID: 386925038

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Age Range (Description)
Adult
Blade Material
Stainless
Brand
Fiskars
Color
Black/Orange
Handle Material
Plastic
Included Components
Sheath

🔪Precision-ground stainless steel blade

🪓Serrated edge for fibrous stems

🛡️Durable extended tang & ergonomic handle

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Details

Age Range (Description)
Adult
Blade Material
Stainless
Brand
Fiskars

Description

🌿 Harvest smarter, not harder — your garden’s new MVP!

BUILT TO LAST - Extended tang construction ensures unmatched durability for heavy use
CUT LIKE A PRO - Flat tip blade enables quick, clean push cuts through thick stalks
CARRY WITH CONFIDENCE - Includes hard plastic sheath with belt loop for safe, on-the-go storage
COMFORT MEETS CONTROL - Ergonomic handle design reduces hand fatigue during long gardening sessions
SAW THROUGH TOUGHNESS - Serrated edge effortlessly slices fibrous plants with minimal effort

The Fiskars Harvesting Knife features a precision-ground stainless steel blade with a flat tip for fast push cuts and a serrated edge for slicing fibrous stems. Its extended tang and ergonomic handle provide durability and comfort, while the included hard plastic sheath with belt loop ensures safe storage and portability. Perfect for professional gardeners and enthusiasts tackling thick stalks and tough stems.

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