Transplant shock stunts the growth of young basil plants, seeing all your hard care efforts halt just as the growing season begins! Make sure this doesn’t happen by repotting basil seedlings around 3 weeks after germination, and be sure to harden them off to outdoor temperatures gradually. 2...
1. Use a hand trowel to create the first layer of soil mix at the bottom of the pot. 2. Place the succulent/ transplant the potted succulent to the desired pot. 3. Fill the pot with soil mix with a hand trowel. Spread the mixture evenly to the sides of the pot. 4. Top-dress...
It is best to plant directly in the garden where they will grow. Carrots started in small pots or trays can be difficult to transplant; root damage at transplanting time can cause carrots to be stunted. Sow carrot seeds ¼ to ½ inch deep about 1 inch (2.5cm) apart; in warm, dry...
Prepare the seedlings for transplant by exposing them to the outdoors, or "hardening them off," for at least two days and up to a week. Take them out for a bit longer each day until they're spending all day out in the wind and sunshine. This acclimates them to outdoor conditions and...
(Update April 2020) It is almost that time of the year, where it is time to transplant tomato seedlings into their final spot for the summer growing season. In this article, I will share with you tips on how to transplant tomato seedlings whether you plan to plant them in pots or the...
Plant one or two seeds per pot, thinning to one before planting outdoors. If you grow them to feed the birds, look for seedlings growing near the base of last year’s crop. They can be left to grow, or transplanted to another location. Whether you plant directly outdoors or transplant ...
Sow seeds according to the package directions, usually a quarter to half an inch deep. Keep the soil moist but not soggy. Once seedlings have a few leaves and the weather warms up, you cantransplantthem outdoors. Harden off your plants by gradually exposing them to outdoor conditions. This...
Sow Inside: Annuals: Use peat pots. Germination time: one to three weeks. Temperature 60°F (16°C). Seven or eight weeks in advance. Transplant outdoors a few weeks before the last frost. Requirements: Full sunlight or light shade. Good drainage. Soil pH 6.5 to 7. Rich soil. Organic...
Why are the bottom leaves of my sunflower seedlings turning yellow? Seed leaves are the first leaves that emerge from the seed as it germinates. These are not 'true leaves' and so die back once the true leaves have started growing and photosynthesizing. This is nothing to worry about. ...
When and How to Transplant Seedlings Transplant your seedlings once they’ve developed a few sets of true leaves and their roots start filling up the pot. Be gentle and make sure to transplant into a bigger container with fresh soil. This helps avoid root-bound plants and ensures they have ...