Today we had a great time as usual, Beverly and Oldine is on their Wednesday routine. Today they transplanted salad mix from the grow box into containers separately and placed them on the standing racks we use in the shaded areas for newly transplanted seedlings..
These ladies did a great job on germinating seeds during week 2 of the ECO learning Program that started back in Nov 2020 at the center. Seed germination is not so much of a delicate process, as you can just drop a seed anywhere and it just grows. But, to take that small plant and nurture it into a fruitful adult, does take some extra care, attention and love.
Since then, they have been making an effort to reach out every week and assist at the Agricultural Center in areas such as transplanting, seed germination, watering and just sharing good energy.
When you transplant small seedlings you want to make sure your in a cool enviorment and your energy is right as every plant wether big or small carries an energy force that searches to connect with you. So it’s very important to be in the right mood and in the right place. I like to take a bucket water to let all my seedlings soak in them to maintain vitality during the transition from the tray to a separate potting container. Our green house sit conveniently under the ackee trees so they provide adequate shade for your delicate ones.
Once transplanted, it’s always good to make sure you saturate the container or ground properly. If transplanting larger seedlings in the ground, you want to do so early morning or late afternoon to avoid any transplant shock the plant may go through from the harsh direct sunlight and disturbance of root structure.
What is Plant Shock \ Transplant Shock ? It happens when a plant is uprooted or placed in a new pot and shows signs of distressed symptoms afterwards, such as droopy leaves etc. Plant Shock is a more generalized term that happens when there is stress due to abrupt changes in environment like temperature changes, water stress, over fertilizing, or drastic changes in light.
Here is a fews ways you can avoid your plants from transplant shock … …
- Water the soil of the transplant (not the leaves) at least 30-60 minutes before transplanting. …
- Avoid transplanting in direct sunlight. …
- Disturb roots as little as possible (unless root bound). …
- Apply a transplant fertilizer into the hole where you’re planting. …
- Water well after transplanting.
So next time your trying to avoid transplant shock, keep all the above mentioned points in mind or just call Beverly and Oldine.. lol
Proud to see the progress they have made by investing more time and love with nature … Always a pleasure to share a moment of green with these 2 lovely ladies.
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