Why you can't use containers from fermented milk products for seedlings: a gross mistake made by many summer residents

27.12.2024 07:14

December has not yet come to an end.

However, there is not much time left before the start of the period of active seedling cultivation.

In just a few weeks, the windowsills in summer residents’ homes will be filled with containers with young plants.

By the way, regarding containers... Many gardeners make a serious mistake when choosing containers for seedlings.

They use cups from fermented milk products (for example, from sour cream or yogurt).

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Yes, it is very convenient. But, unfortunately, it is wrong.

Important advice for summer residents shortly before the start of the seedling growing period: do not repeat the above-described mistake under any circumstances!

Why Sour Cream Cups Are Not Suitable for Seedlings

The problem is this: lactic acid bacteria may well remain on the inner walls of such containers.

These microorganisms can cause serious damage to the roots of seedlings.

If you think that simply washing the cups is enough to prevent the problem, you are deeply mistaken.

It is possible that even thorough washing will not help remove from the surface all microorganisms that are dangerous to young plants.

Therefore, do not use containers from fermented milk products for growing seedlings. Choose some other containers.

Author: Kurchev Anton Deputy Editor-in-Chief