Soils containing composts are rich and
full of nutrients for plants. It is very important to get seeds and transplants
off to a good start when planting in rich soils.
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| Viragrow compost |
Follow these general
guidelines when planting:
· Make sure garden soils are wet at the time of planting. Never plant into dry soil.
· During the first week after planting, whether it’s seeds or transplants, never let soil around seeds or roots dry out.
· Delay applying fertilizers until you see
growth from seeds or new growth from transplants.
Here are some additional guidelines for
watering during the heat.
· When temperatures are above 105F, water three
times a day.
· In hot summer months when temperatures are
above 85F water 2 times a day; morning (7-8 am), midday (noon to 1pm) and
afternoon (5 to 6 pm).
During the cooler months,
· When temperatures are between 65F and 85F
water 1 to 2 times per day;
morning and afternoon.
· During winter months, December and January,
watering is needed no more than once a day. Sometimes it may be once every
three days in very cold weather.
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| Bedding used as a surface mulch for vegetables and growth difference |
Other tips,
· Always water before the heat of the day.
· Use surface mulches such as shredded paper (no
colored paper or inks please!), straw or wood shavings to keep soils cool and
reduce plant stress from dry soils.
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