How to use peat seedlings

Peat tablets have long been a novelty among gardeners and gardeners. For many, this device is well known, some gardeners even managed to try it several times. And yet, even with a large amount of detailed information, few people know how to use peat tablets for seedlings correctly. Let's talk about it today.

 How to use peat seedlings

What peat tablets to choose

The first thing that a gardener has to face is the purchase of the pills themselves. You can not read the composition, because for all manufacturers it is almost the same and rarely differs. These are peat, fungicides and fertilizers.

It is important for you to choose the diameter of the tablet. They are from 2 to 7 cm in size.And here the main thing is not to be mistaken. It all depends on what exactly is supposed to grow. For example, the seven for petunias is too big, and the two will be close for a tomato.

Some gardeners, looking at the pills, think: "Bah, yes they are moldy!". This is mistake. The whitish bloom on the outside, like a mycelium or cobweb, is nothing but a forming mesh. Without it, the tablet will just fall apart when wet. By the way, some manufacturers sin by the absence of such a grid. In principle, its presence is not at all necessary if you have a plate of exactly the size of an individual tablet. Peat is not going anywhere. But then when transplanting, in any case, the seedlings will have to disturb the root system. It is logical to assume that then why spend money on buying a pill, if you can just pour peat into the tank and plant the seeds.

Therefore, in the store, be sure to choose those manufacturers who do not stint on the forming grid. By the way, in the ground it does not decompose. But at the same time, the roots do not harm and do not interfere. Therefore, before transplanting the grid, you can not remove from the pill, but only incise with one hand. In the fall, when harvesting plant residues, pull the stem out of the soil and discard it along with the net. It's simple.

What else you need to buy

Manufacturers offer special cartridges for peat tablets. No doubt, they are very comfortable, perfect in diameter and height. But take up plenty of space. By the way, placed in a cake cover, tablets take up much less space than they would in cassettes. But, here the main role is played by the thickness of your wallet. It is she who decides whether you need such an additional device, or whether you have other containers in stock.

Therefore, it is necessary to buy seeds and a spray. It is the most convenient for watering. The fact is that one of the disadvantages of peat tablets is that the top part dries too quickly. At the same time, the lower part is still wet. Therefore, watering in the pan only aggravate the problem, but does not solve it. The sprayer will allow to moisten the peat tablets from above, and without fear of dropping the young seedlings with a strong jet of water.

Perhaps that's all you need to purchase. Some sources recommend another propagator to buy. This is such an abstruse container with a lid and heating to create a certain microclimate. We consider this acquisition to be an unnecessary luxury.The propagator is perfectly replaced by a foam substrate under the container and with a food film or glass on top of the container.

How to prepare pills for planting

You will need:

  • clean warm water
  • tablespoon
  • container
  • peat tablets
  • 30 minutes of free time
  • enthusiasm

Place the peat tablets in a container so that they do not touch the walls very tightly. No need to squeeze them. Let them be inserted freely. Now we take pure warm water and pour in each tablet 2 tbsp. l

By the way, do not confuse the top and bottom of the pill! The recess under the seed is on top, and is always clearly visible. After watering, wait 15 minutes. Do not be alarmed that the "subjects" will begin to rise sharply in height, almost not increasing in diameter. It should be so.

Then add another 1 tbsp. l and wait another 12-15 minutes. Now drain the excess liquid that has protruded at the bottom of the tank. That's all, the pills are ready for planting.

How to plant seeds

Remember: 1 peat tablet - 1 seed. You should not try to cram 2, 3 and more in order to save expensive material. Yes, peat tablets are not cheap.Sprouts just do not have enough space and nutrition for normal development. And then come across reviews of such a plan: “I tried these pills of yours, complete nonsense. And just planted 3 peppers in each. The plants were weak, sick and poorly taken root. ”We do not need such savings.

 How to plant seeds in peat tablets

Now, as for the seeds. Sowing pills is not much different from sowing in the ground:

  1. Large - by hand. Deepened by 1-1.2 cm
  2. Small - a match or a toothpick. Pick up the wet tip and lay on the surface.

After landing manipulations, the container with the tablets is covered with glass or cling film. Then we remove in a warm dark place until the first shoots.

How to care for seedlings in peat tablets

Yes, just as usual. They saw that the germs begin to spit, then immediately move the container to a bright place. Otherwise they will begin to stretch. Periodically ventilate the container to prevent condensation from creating excessive moisture. Once the seedlings get stronger, you can remove the shelter altogether.

It is most convenient to water peat tablets from a spray bottle. This will allow dispensing water without fear of pouring sprouts.

And further.Do not forget to put insulation under the container. To do this, you can use:

  • foam plate
  • thin plate
  • piece of cork sheet
  • laminate substrate
  • thick wool fabric
  • several layers of newspaper

What are these tricks for? The fact is that the root system of sprouts is still too weak. She very quickly cooled, and then the black legs can not be avoided. And additional warming from below will allow to forget about a similar problem.

How to plant seedlings with pills

Well, the long days of waiting are over. Sprouts rose, strengthened. It is time to plant them in a greenhouse or open ground. How to determine this moment? Very easy. Lift one of the peat tablets. Do the roots make their way through the net, and the sprout itself has 3-4 true leaves? So, the next stage has come.

You will need:

  • seedlings
  • paddle
  • office knife (optional)
  • 2 hands
  • water

Procedure. Use a spatula to dig a hole that is so large that you can freely install a peat tablet. Pour a little water. Then in one hand take the seedlings, the other with a stationery knife gently incise the mesh.Carefully, make sure the tablet does not fall asleep. Next, put all this stuff in the hole, sprinkle with earth. Try not to bury the plant, except tomatoes. They can be planted under the seedbed leaves.

Now you need to press the soil around a little. It remains only to slightly water the newcomer and mulch the earth with humus or what they are used to. As you can see, everything is doable even for a beginner in agriculture.

By the way, about the incision of the grid. It is not at all necessary to do this, because it does not prevent the growth of the root system absolutely. Moisture and fertilizer are also completely unobstructed to the plant. But some gardeners strongly recommend nagging the grid. What guided - it is not clear. Therefore, the choice is yours.

Advantages and disadvantages of peat tablets

 Advantages and disadvantages of peat tablets
Pros:

  • less dirt
  • easier to transport
  • no need to fertilize
  • take up little space
  • treated for diseases
  • easy to transplant seedlings
  • can be used for rooting leaves and cuttings
  • the root system is not injured
  • during storage take up little space

Minuses:

  • are expensive
  • dry quickly
  • in cassettes occupy a large area
  • not sold everywhere
  • can be covered with moss
  • unnecessary expenses for a large number of seedlings

Here are the main things you need to know when you buy peat tablets for seedlings, and not ready-made primer. Which must also be further processed from the larvae of harmful insects and pathogenic bacteria. And so you need to pour the usual water, spread out the seeds and wait. A little care, and healthy, strong seedlings you have in stock. Use and enjoy the ease of care.

Now you know how to use peat seedlings. It remains only to buy them the right amount and follow our recommendations. We assure you that a rich harvest is guaranteed!

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