🌱Transplanting is the process of moving plants into a new container.
💦Moving seedlings directly into large pots can lead to saturated soil and potential mold or fungus growth.
📐Gradually increasing pot size saves space when transplanting multiple plants.
🌿Transplanting is necessary for plants to grow beyond the limited space of seedling cells.
🔍Seedlings are ready to transplant when they are 2-3 weeks old, 2-3 inches tall, and have 2-3 sets of true leaves.
Why can't I move seedlings directly into large pots?
—Large pots retain more water than seedlings can drink, resulting in saturated soil.
What size pots should I use for transplanting?
—We recommend starting with three and a half inch plastic pots for the first transplant.
How do I know when seedlings are ready to be transplanted?
—Seedlings should be 2-3 weeks old, 2-3 inches tall, and have 2-3 sets of true leaves.
Can seedlings survive if their roots become coiled?
—Yes, but they may take longer to acclimate to their new pots.
What type of potting mix should I use?
—We recommend using potting soil with added nutrients, such as Happy Frog by Fox Farm.
00:00Welcome back to Pepper Geek! In today's video, we'll discuss transplanting peppers.
02:42Transplanting seedlings into large pots can lead to saturated soil and save space.
04:00The supplies you'll need for transplanting include pots, potting soil, and labels.
04:55Seedlings are ready to transplant when they are 2-3 weeks old and have 2-3 sets of true leaves.
05:13After transplanting, water the plants and return them to their growing location.
05:20That's all you need to know about transplanting peppers! Leave your questions and comments below.
