On Mon, 23 Apr 2007 09:18:48 -0700, James wrote:


Before transplant

Did they spend at least a continuous 24 hours outdoors?

No. Just intervals of 4-8 hours.

Did they spend enough time getting used to full sun?

We got several days of full sun last week, and I set them out for several
hours in that.

Was 20 20 20 a really diluted solution?

Yes. 15ml per 1L of water as per directions (specifically


Was Saturday night very cold?

It got nippy (-2C/28F).


I prefer to transplant late afternoon so they get a full night in the
ground before the hot sun. Sometimes I shade them for a few days.
They are harden by spending increasing time outdoors and under the
sun.

Maybe I didn't harden them off enough. I have some tomato and pepper
plants to harden off and plant at the end of May. I have a double batch
of seedlings on the go in case my method isn't perfected and I need
another set. I'll be sure to set them out longer/more days before hitting
the ground.

Thanks.

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The Good Friar