pdx503
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I just finished transplanting my little ladies grown from seeds out of their little starter cups into 1 gal plastic pots.
As I began the process, I realize the slightly fabric-y pots I had started them in SUCK and everything wants to stick to them. I did as best I could to keep the unfortunately dry soil together while taking her from her home. There was, of course, "popping" sounds, like that of a root or possibly just the soil/compost sticking to the pots. To combat this I sprayed the soil with a water bottle and cut the pot to attempt to separate the soil from the pot. From what I can tell, the root ball, which should be fairly small still with a few longer strands (I'm assuming?), was all still intact. It was mostly soil that did not stick to either the pot or the root ball that fell out. In any event, I buried all the original soil that I could, plant straight up, and topped it all off with new planting soil (Fox Farms), and packed lightly.
Now, I may be an over concerned father, but how much do I need to water (I.e. slight mist on the soil or lightly drench?). Should I be concerned about potentially harming sticky roots? Any advice? I know this is called "weed" for a reason but just want to be thorough. This alone makes me want to start in red solo cups next time.
As I began the process, I realize the slightly fabric-y pots I had started them in SUCK and everything wants to stick to them. I did as best I could to keep the unfortunately dry soil together while taking her from her home. There was, of course, "popping" sounds, like that of a root or possibly just the soil/compost sticking to the pots. To combat this I sprayed the soil with a water bottle and cut the pot to attempt to separate the soil from the pot. From what I can tell, the root ball, which should be fairly small still with a few longer strands (I'm assuming?), was all still intact. It was mostly soil that did not stick to either the pot or the root ball that fell out. In any event, I buried all the original soil that I could, plant straight up, and topped it all off with new planting soil (Fox Farms), and packed lightly.
Now, I may be an over concerned father, but how much do I need to water (I.e. slight mist on the soil or lightly drench?). Should I be concerned about potentially harming sticky roots? Any advice? I know this is called "weed" for a reason but just want to be thorough. This alone makes me want to start in red solo cups next time.