A simple action saves stretched tomato seedlings: a typical mistake that can leave you without a harvest
Elongated seedlings are considered fragile.
There is a risk that it will not take root in open ground, and even if it can adapt, the chances of getting a bountiful harvest are quite small.
It should be taken into account that such seedlings are more likely to develop deficiencies of micro- and macroelements in the future, and they are also more susceptible to diseases.
Still, the seedlings must be strong.
Therefore, if plants begin to stretch, it is important to take action in time.
For example, if the seedling's hypocotyl has stretched out, the plant needs to be planted a little deeper.
This should be done in such a way that no more than a centimeter remains from the soil level to the cotyledon leaves. Such leaves cannot be torn off.
But it is important to remember that you do not need to immediately deepen and cover the seedlings when planting them in open ground in a permanent location.
This procedure will delay the fruiting process.
