On Sat, 07 May 2005 19:35:50 -0400, Michael Shaffer wrote:

I planted some bamboo seeds in potting soil and when I pour water on it
the water just stays on top. If I let it soak in, it only goes like 1/2"
down. Do I have to let it soak in longer?


Use WARM water, peat moss and some soils tend to act hydrophobic when
totally dry.

Tom