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I soaked seeds in a glass of water for 18 hrs (2 had sunk the rest hadn't) before transferring to damp paper towels for another 48 hrs until tap roots were about an inch long. This photo is not mine, it just wouldn't let me continue without one and unfortunately I didn't take any so ive had to rob one from google.
So, I dont know what Ive done wrong (probably a few things) but 2 didnt sprout and 2 others sprouted but shrivelled up and died in the first few days. I was going to start feeding them on day 7 but they were still so teeny I was scared of killing them all off. I got brave on day 8 and gave them a really small amount of food and crossed everything they'd still be alive in the morning lol...they survived, they are now 10 days old and I have given them a proper feed. So basically I now have 8, 2 of them are really small 1 of them doesnt seem to be growing at all but it doesnt seem to be dying either, not sure if the other 6 are looking as they should or not cause I am a complete amateur..
So these are now 17 days old. I have no idea what I've done to a a couple of them that dont seem to be doing anything. Im not sure if the others are alright or not, but Im pretty happy with them. I feel like I should be doing some kinda training with them now but Ive watched hundreds of videos and Im still terrified Im gonna do it wrong and kill my plants. Please..I need a fairy godgrower to tell me step by step what to do. Do I start bending them and tying them down? If so, how? Do I take some leaves off? I really want too but Im scared I'll take off the wrong ones or too many. Any help or advice is mostly appreciated =)
Please..I need a fairy godgrower to tell me step by step what to do. Do I start bending them and tying them down? If so, how? Do I take some leaves off? If so, what ones and how many? I've watched so many videos and still cant get my head around it. Please help =) xx
22 Days old now and I think they're looking healthy.
I am too scared to attempt any kinda training so I've just been tucking the bigger leafs under.
Still feeding them all, even the 2 that were really stunted, 1 of those have made a bit of progress although not a great deal; and the other hasn't grown at all but strangely hasn't died either (it has turned yellow, I think that's nutrient burn.)
(not sure if I'm feeding the right amount or often enough, but they seem to be growing and I'm not seeing anything looking drastically wrong).
The others little sprouts in there are 3 bag seeds and a butternut squash seed I thought I'd throw into the pots of those I lost as they were just sitting there empty. I know the lights aren't at the ideal height for the seedlings but I wasn't expecting them to break soil if I'm honest, will start feeding them when they're 10 days old. The butternut will be moved outside as soon as it starts taking up too much room.
Again I am completely winging it so any advice is appreciated!
Cheers guys 😁
@Kiraa, Not a problem at all. We all learn new things everyday. I hope everything grows healthy and strong. Very happy that I was able to help save your babies. Good luck stay safe happy growing cheers.
@Kiraa, Not a problem at all. We all learn new things everyday. I hope everything grows healthy and strong. Very happy that I was able to help save your babies. Good luck stay safe happy growing cheers.
@HAPPY91, Im cooking them!!😨 This is exactly why i decided to post my journey here..I just knew there would be some genius like you to let me know where Im messing up. Thank you sooo much! Off to try fix this right now! Thanks again man =D
@Ferenc, Thank You! I'm completely winging it, I've tried so hard to understand the science behind it all but I just don't have a clue. So I'm hoping by doing this journal people will start shouting at me when I'm doing something wrong :)
Looking good. I wouldn't worry to much about training atm they look well spread out and short . Try not to let your leaves touch the soil if possible just to avoid any disease or mildew later on. Other than that they look green and healthy. Happy growing 🌱
@HeavyHittah, Thank you! Yeah, I have been picking them up when I've seen them touching the soil, to be honest I was a bit short on soil so some of the pots probably don't have enough soil in them, I'll make sure I don't make this mistake again next time. Happy growing to you too! 🌱😁
Kiraa
