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Best way to help keep container soils moist?
Comments (18)James, I am so glad you mentioned that. Many years ago, I had such a gadget and it was a life saver! I just did a quick Google and found that there are many such devices on the market, much improved than what I used back then. The longest one I saw had a reach of 60 feet. However, it would be very easy to make quite a bit longer with a few connectors. Since watering at frequent intervals (as needed) really IS the best method of maintaining soil moisture in the summer, tools such as this would certainly help make that task easier....See MoreGreat way to keep soil moist for much longer periods!
Comments (3)Yeah, I think setting them in a kiddie pool filled with water would probably kill them, unless you're talking about swamp cypress! Too much water might be worse than not enough for most plants. DickieFickle(?) Sorry about the long story, hope it didnt bother you too much!...See Morepalm tree seedlings - let soil dry out or keep it moist?
Comments (2)Hi Squidy. Too bad you don't know the type of palm. There are desert and tropical palms. Many have swollen trunks. Is the pot in or surrounded with plastic and is seed/seedling container on a heating pad? Since you've been successful germinating, it'd probably be best watering like you've been...the soil shouldn't be soggy or completely dry out. Keep moderately moist. Well-draining, but not to the point soil dries right after watering. It's not a good idea allowing water to settle in the saucer for prolonged periods either. Discard, 15 minutes or so if excess water drips in the saucer. If your seeds are on a heating pad, soil will dry faster. A pro using heat is speedier germination. If inside/under plastic, slit for ventilation. When seedlings have 3-5 leaves, remove the plastic. Do you remember anything about the mother palm other than height? For example, were leaves firm or soft/flexible? Long or short? Distinguishable shapes? Well, congrats, squidy...Toni...See Morekeeping newly seeded trays moist
Comments (6)For my seed germination trays, I use the slotted tray linked below. It keeps the media moist but not overly wet. A dripper from my irrigation system is placed in the tray, which gives water twice a day. http://www.johnnyseeds.com/p-8098-seedling-trays-pack-of-5.aspx?utm_source=froogle&utm_medium=CSE&utm_campaign=MerchantAdv&zmam=80483139&zmas=1&zmac=1&zmap=9509.0&gclid=CJujosu598YCFZRgfgod2gYIyQ...See Morefloral_uk z.8/9 SW UK
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