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What seedlings like – secrets of proper watering
24.02.2023 05:50
Updated: 14.04.2023 06:50
To ensure a rich harvest, it is necessary to grow strong seedlings.
Tender seedlings may die if not properly cared for.
Peculiarities
Sensitive leaves and stems can be destroyed by any mistake or careless handling.
One of the main requirements for growing a healthy plant is watering. The peculiarity is that for young shoots that have not yet grown strong, both abundant and insufficient watering are equally destructive.
Correctly selected watering will provide the soil with the appropriate degree of moisture and get strong seedlings. Seedlings are demanding not only to the quantity, but also to the quality of water.
Experts also recommend taking into account the individual needs of seedlings of different plant species.
Rules for rational watering
To determine the optimal amount of water and provide seedlings with ideal conditions for growth, it is necessary to take into account several rules.
Seedlings do not like excessive soil moisture, as this can cause root rot. In addition, over-moistening leads to soil acidification, which leads to the death of seedlings.
When the seeds are just beginning to hatch and green leaves appear above the surface, it is recommended not to water the soil, but to spray it from a spray bottle.
If the plant is particularly sensitive, it is necessary to moisten it with a small syringe so that water does not get on the delicate leaves. As the soil dries out, it should be moderately moistened, but the stems and leaves should remain dry.
You cannot use any water for watering. You will need soft, clean water at room temperature that has been left to stand for 3-4 days.
It is strictly forbidden to water young seedlings with tap water, as it contains harmful impurities. Cold water can cause the plant stems to turn black, and excessively hot water will cause the soil to steam.
As soon as the grown seedlings have been pricked out, it is recommended to water the plants at the roots using a syringe or spoon.
The frequency of watering depends on the room temperature. If it does not exceed +25, and the seedling box is not exposed to direct sunlight, it is recommended to water 2-3 times a week. If the radiators dry the air, watering can be more frequent.
The best time for watering is considered to be the morning hours, when the plant has just woken up. It is at this time that all important processes occur, and the seedlings absorb life-giving moisture better.
Periodically, the soil needs to be loosened using garden tools or a regular fork. This simple action helps to enrich the soil with oxygen.
By following a few simple rules, you can be sure that the grateful seedlings will reward you with a rich harvest in the future.
