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An unexpected mistake that can ruin seedlings when transplanting
28.04.2023 12:13
Gardeners know that seedlings should be replanted according to a proven scheme so as not to destroy the young plants.
When planting plants in open ground, many people water the holes, place the plants in them, and then water the beds again.
And this is where the main mistake is made, which ruins the seedlings and prevents the plants from fully adapting to the new location.
How to Grow Plants Properly
To avoid losing your harvest, take note of the simple rules on how to water seedlings correctly and how not to water them.
Before planting, the soil should be moistened if it is dry. But this should be done in such a way as to prevent moisture stagnation.
Use about 2 liters of water per plant, but take into account the soil characteristics and weather conditions.
You can plant seedlings in well-watered and prepared soil, then sprinkle it with soil and mulch it if necessary.
To water or not to water seedlings
It is not necessary to water seedlings planted in open ground. Some plants can be watered after 2 days (cucumbers), after 5 days (tomatoes).
If you water immediately after planting, the water will cause the soil to fall and the roots will be dragged along with the soil. As a result, the plant will need more time to adapt, and the yield may suffer from this.
In general, unless there is an urgent need, there is no need to water the seedlings immediately after planting, nor to over-water the dug hole.
