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Once the physical setup is complete, attention turns to seed preparation. The gardener reviews their seed inventory stored in the freezer, noting a split-open bag but trusting that the seeds are still viable since they are stored in sealed packages.
They begin planting with tomatoes, opting for a larger pot to accommodate the roots and prevent overcrowding. They choose a variety of tomato seeds, including large red cherry tomatoes and beefsteak tomatoes, planting multiple seeds in each container with a scatter of about 6-8 seeds per pot. The approach is somewhat spontaneous: the gardener doesn't label the individual tomato varieties, preferring to surprise themselves by discovering what each plant turns into over time.