just got backfrom the3 dam, i picked up some white widow seeds. I have planted them 3 days ago after having them in cotton wool for 24 days.
Thing is they have grown but they are long and thing (4 cm) with 2 leaves at top, this doesnt look normal
Am i doing something wrong? Should i put them deeper into soil?
Want ed to post a pic but it seems i cant upload a pic direct
Thanks in advance
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courtjester
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It doesn't sound that uncommon to me. It sounds like you're describing a cotelydon, the two little roundish leaves that appear in early germination, usually accompanied by a single jagged leaf. More normal-looking leaf patterns will appear next.
If you're using outdoor light for germination, even at this time of year, and even in southern Spain, you're better off using 24-hour soft fluorescent lighting and putting them indoors for a while. But, hey, if this is what you've got, keep going.
As for when you need to transplant to deepen the roots, it certainly isn't at 4 centimeters. If you're sprouting in a 72-cell flat, about 14 days after planting is the right time. But it all depends on when your roots expand to fill the existing planter, so a complete answer on when you would get your best results from transplanting requires more information from you about the size of the planter you're using now.
Good luck.
If you're using outdoor light for germination, even at this time of year, and even in southern Spain, you're better off using 24-hour soft fluorescent lighting and putting them indoors for a while. But, hey, if this is what you've got, keep going.
As for when you need to transplant to deepen the roots, it certainly isn't at 4 centimeters. If you're sprouting in a 72-cell flat, about 14 days after planting is the right time. But it all depends on when your roots expand to fill the existing planter, so a complete answer on when you would get your best results from transplanting requires more information from you about the size of the planter you're using now.
Good luck.
