Seedling of seedlings
Growing seedlings is a rather complicated process that requires a lot of attention from the gardener. Indeed, in order for the seedlings to grow strong and viable, you need to create comfortable conditions for them. An important role in the growing process is played by picking, which noticeably accelerates the growth of seedlings. But in order for the event to bring maximum benefit, it is necessary to conduct it according to all the rules.
What is seedling picking for?
Many gardeners believe that picking is just transplanting seedlings into larger pots. But it is not so. During the procedure, you should not only transplant the seedlings into individual pots, but also shorten their root by 20-30%. Thanks to such an event, the growth of lateral appendages is significantly accelerated. And this, in turn, has a good effect on the strength and vitality of the seedlings.
A pick should be carried out when 2-3 leaves appear on the plant
Taking a timely dive has several advantages. These include:
- As a rule, seedlings are planted in a common box and over time the roots of the plants grow strongly and begin to interfere with each other. The procedure helps to avoid this phenomenon, because the transplanted seedlings get more space.
- During the event, you can calibrate the plants and remove those that do not grow well.
- It makes it possible to separate healthy seedlings from sick ones.
- Due to the appearance of new root appendages, the culture receives more nutrition, as a result, its yield increases.
But the procedure also has several disadvantages. First of all, it is enough stress for seedlings. In addition, the procedure is poorly tolerated by straight tap root crops. It is enough for them to simply transplant the seedlings into an individual pot.
First pick: rules and features
It is especially important to hold the event on time. After all, if the plants are dived very early, then weak seedlings may die. If, on the contrary, you delay the procedure, the roots of the seedlings will greatly expand and intertwine with each other. And this will greatly complicate the transplant process.
It is better to carry out the event with rubber gloves. This will protect the delicate roots of crops from temperature drops, because the fingers are too hot for them.
As a rule, the event is held at the moment when 2-3 true leaves appear on the plants. Basic rules of procedure:
- A few hours before work, the seedlings should be well watered. Then it will be easier for you to get and replant the seedlings.
- Take out the plants directly with an earthen clod and, carefully straightening the root system, pinch off the excess. After that, immediately transplant the culture into a prepared pot or glass.
After the procedure, it is advisable to hold the seedlings for several days in a place inaccessible to direct sunlight.
Correctly carried out transplanting will significantly strengthen the plant and improve its yield. But in order for the event to bring maximum benefit, you should adhere to the basic rules of the procedure.