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When they’re young, seedlings need more consistency. So it’s best to err on the underwatering side. Water them daily or twice a day, and you risk getting poor germination or disease. On average, your seedlings will need watering every 48 hours. Try to keep them under observation and not allow them to get to that stage. Young seedlings suffer the most from water variations, and when they’re starting to go soft and look like they’re wilting, they need water immediately. Young seedlings are starting to look droopy and leaves on older seedlings won’t look as plump.

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You’ll soon learn the optimum weight through trial and errror. Module trays should feel heavier when waterlogged and very light when completely dry. To confirm that the soil mixture is drying out, you can lift the trays and feel their weight.

The trays are starting to feel lighter.

If you check the humidity by sticking your finger inside the container or trays (careful as not to disturb the roots), you’ll notice that the soil mixture is not completely dry all the way down.Ī dry layer of soil on top is a good indicator that it’s time for watering, and it’s also a good way to prevent green mold or algae from forming on top of the surface.Īlways wait for the top soil to dry out in between waterings.

The top 1cm of the soil is dry and turning a lighter color.

Your growing environment, as well as your seedlings, will give you clues on when to water if you really know what you’re looking for: Here’s what to look for: WHEN to water: signs your indoor seedlings need watering It’s easy to kill your indoor seedlings with love (a.k.a overwatering), but before you pick up your watering can, you need to check the signs and see if your baby plants are truly thirsty. You can bottom water or spray water from above – or a combination of the two. Check your seedlings daily and only water them when the top soil has completely dried out and the trays feel lighter.

Indoor seedlings need watering every couple of days, depending on their age, tray size and soil aspect. We’ll cover watering methods, signs your trays need watering and how often to do it for optimal seedling health. So I’ve decided to devote an entire article on watering seedlings. I’ve written about seedling mistakes before, and improper watering is by far the most frequent mistake new gardeners make. Starting seeds indoors and keeping those seedlings alive requires a lot of effort, skill and observation. There are a lot of things you still need to experience as a first time gardener. As an Amazon Associate earns from qualifying purchases.Ĭaring for your own plant nursery for the very first time is no easy task.

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