Manchester2020
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Has anyone got any advice on germinating seeds I have put some in jiffy pods and a propogator and left them in the dark have I done the right thing?
Germination advice?
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As soon as you see them break the soil take that dome off of her
mrking
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I’d add a light on an 18-6 cylce now. It’s dark in the jiffy pods so that is good. When they break surface they will want light.
Temp will also play a role for germination, too chilly and they won't pop.
MickFoster
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Germination works best in the dark and at room temp.......light isn't necessary until they sprout.
I’ve had real problems with the peat pucks. Roots are supposed to grow thru the fine mesh that holds it together. But I’ve done root autopsy on plants or seedlings that died and noticed that mine never grew roots thru the outer skin. I know others have used them successfully but in spite of loving the jiffy pots I’ve always encountered problems with them. So maybe right before you transplant cut the mesh off.
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Manchester2020
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Yeah I was planning on cutting it off before I transplant them thanks for the advice
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Manchester2020
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Domes are most useful for helping clones to make it. Since new clones don’t have roots the higher humidity keeps the greenery alive while waiting for roots to develop. Agree with Pennywise, yank the dome top off when they sprout
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Manchester2020
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It's around 55/60 humidity now
skirk
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I always cut away netting, top and bottom, fluff the medium thoroughly before placing seed and put on a
seedling heating mat. I also put pellet in a cut down solo cup so when I have to hydrate, I go by weight, I just add
water to cup and let the pellet wick it up. Got one going now. Not for nothing, domes are for clones.
