I have some auto flower seeds that are sprouting. I wondered if it was better to go ahead and stick them in the plug and then directly into a small pot with some dirt to reduce transplant shock, which I have heard can be a problem with their abbreviated life cycle. The 1st 2 Purple Haze I sprouted a couple weeks ago, and the transplant from the seed starter/plug into the small pots (those are in my avatar-pic taken today) seems to have slowed their growth. They're picking up the pace now but I worry they're gonna be too small when finished to yield much. This is my 1st time using autos. Way back when I had a grow (early 2000's) there were no autos or feminized seeds so this is new to me.
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Hi, Interceptor.
Ask a dozen growers how to handle seeds/seedlings and you will get a dozen answers. I'd say if it works for you, do it.
My method is originally from the cocoforcannabis website. I use it for autos and photos:_
- scarify seeds first in a sand paper tube, grit inside, for 30+ seconds.
This nicks the seed coat to allow easier water entry.
- clean a cup, soak in water plus some 3% H2O2 to inhibit any pathogen.
- place seeds to germinate using paper towel method.
- after getting 3/8" to 1/2" tap root, gently plant into a hydrated Jiffy Pellet. Put under grow light.
Zero to very, very light fertilizer
- transplant to clean 4" pot of coco/ perlite when roots appear at bottom.
- transplant to one gallon pot of coco/perlite.
- transplant to final grow medium/site when roots poke through bottom.
The multiple transplants take a little (not much) extra time but ends up with a heavily populated ball of roots which helps ensure a strong, healthy plant.
You will get some additional good ideas from other forum members. -
I haven't grown yet, but my plan is to sprout the seeds right in the pot so I don't have to move seeds around.
The two seedlings in your profile pic look good. How old are they now?Comment
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