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That’s right getting the pot or bags up off floor creat a air cap under them that will keep them warmer .
That’s right getting the pot or bags up off floor creat a air cap under them that will keep them warmer .Air temp doesn't equal soil temp. What are your soil temps? I find 77° best for seedlings. If they are on a concrete floor and/or your soil temps are below 70, that may your problem.
How big do you expect them to be after 3 days? They're making roots at this point, so not doing a ton above ground. And when it's chilly they going to do even less. They look normal to me. I would relax and let nature do her thing.
Nice one! Saving one is better than saving none but I honestly think those other three are fine....They're just like a week and a half behind. This experience will be really useful for you too...I doubt you'll run into this problem again on a regular basis.Thanks for the help all. So to update. Yesterday I stopped the 18/6 and have a constant 24 hour light schedule. The temperature and humidity swings have been way too wild. Lights out temps were getting into the low 60s getting as low as 61. The little heater I attempted to use couldn’t keep up.
The tent temperature has now been a constant 75-77 and the humidity has been 70-75
The cups are not on the ground anymore slightly elevated. The ground beneath is not concrete. I do not know soil temperature.
The first seeding has responded well and is actually now slowly growing.
The other 3 seedlings remain the same. No noticeable signs worsening or progression, so I’ll take it as a positive.
I did water them yesterday as I’ve actually been UNDERWATERING. They should be good for about 3 days hopefully.
Nice one! Saving one is better than saving none but I honestly think those other three are fine....They're just like a week and a half behind. This experience will be really useful for you too...I doubt you'll run into this problem again on a regular basis.
Everybody loses seedlings the first time, especially with paper towels. Its really easy to start them in soil. Fill a solo cup halfway, add a splash (50ml) of water, poke the seed in about half an inch, cover with saran wrap and put it in a warm spot for a couple days. If it sprouts too tall just add more soil to support it. You should never disturb a seedling, its hard enough transplanting in a couple weeks.
Personally I don't cover seedlings. The domes are for clones (which have no root so has to talk up moisture from it's leaves). But your seeds have a root, which is going to be larger then your plant. As long as the soil is moist they'll be fine and shouldn't need any spraying or covers.I had some stubborn seeds. Soaked in water then paper towel 48hrs no roots. Thought it was temperature. Planted in soil with wrap on top. Only squirted top of soil with like 3 squirts. Sprouted 2 days later. 4th seed took 2 more days for total of 7 day germ. Instantly removed wrap and that’s where the troubles started. Next day they looked bad. Room humidity 35-45. Lights off temps low 60s. From there it just went down hill only watered 10 ml water on day 2 and day 3. Thought I over watered because they worsened. Transplanted them on day 3 because I thought I over watered. Placing and removing dome not being patient. Got a second humidifier room is now 66-75 RH and lights now 24hrs to maintain temp. Honestly so many mistakes but this is my first grow. After finally not messing with them for 2 solid days they are actually recovering I can’t believe it. I was not gentle with these roots either, looking at them, touching them, smelling. So after realizing underwatering,low humidity, and low night temperatures were the culprits, I’ve been able to get things under control. They are now all recovering. Now in a few days I’ll have to determine if my lights are too low because none have stretched, but again most likely because they’ve been through hell.
+1How big do you expect them to be after 3 days? They're making roots at this point, so not doing a ton above ground. And when it's chilly they going to do even less. They look normal to me. I would relax and let nature do her thing.
Is that a makeshift dwc?Indecisive I was actually inspired by your experience. Like I was saying...Ive always covered my clones but I figured humidifying the whole tent would be awesome for me. So I'm giving it a go. Anyways good to hear about your plants and thanks for this idea...if it works out :p
Yah just two 52L tubs that get pumped into an aquarium chiller. About $50 of plastic.Is that a makeshift dwc?
I wanted to do this but scared of leaks lol like going into my neighbours apartment beneath me !Yah just two 52L tubs that get pumped into an aquarium chiller. About $50 of plastic.
What midsummer are you growing in ? If it’s coco perlite you want your ph at 5.8 to 6.2.Round 2. Anyone have idea what may be going on now? Noticed about 5 days ago. Feed Nectar for the Gods 1/2 strength at 6.4. Transplant was yesterday with NFTG at 6.4 again, but leaves were already twisted. Lights were 36”. They are now 34”. Environment has averaged about 79 F / 60 RH with highs of 82/Lows of 50 RH. The other 2 are ok. And the 5th is well doing it’s own thing and will probably be culled in a week if it doesn’t heal and catch up
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