We recommend a container that is twice as big as what they are in now and a high quality potting mix like fox farm ocean forest.
Potting on seedlings uk.
A root bound plant is not a happy plant.
If you re growing in a greenhouse tunnel or cold frame ventilate it on mild sunny days.
This will help keep the air inside moving and reduce the risk of disease and moulds.
Water seedlings to keep the potting mix moist but be careful not to overwater.
Ideally the tray should be 7 5cm 3 in deep to allow for the development of a strong root system.
Easy guide to potting up seedlings.
By potting up seedlings into larger containers it enables their roots to continue to grow without getting root bound.
Once seedlings get to a given size if you are not ready to plant them into the garden yet they often need to be potted up.
Tomato seedlings grow fast and are hungry feeders so keep them in vigorous growth by potting on as soon as they have rooted through their containers.
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When a plants roots are being restricted to.
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Potting up seedlings as they grow provides them the best chance to grow stronger and bigger feel less stressed and live their best life.
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Feed fortnightly with a liquid tomato fertiliser when the first buds appear.
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We like to mix the potting mix and the seed starting mix in a 50 50 ratio.
In may harden them off for a week by placing in an open cold frame or on a patio before planting them out where they are to flower.
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You simply need a new container and some potting mix.