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Old 04-04-2003, 03:08 AM
Dr. Rev. Chuck, M.D. P.A.
 
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Jessica wrote:

Just curious what a 'leggy' seedling looks like. I don't understand the
term.


Long stem, usually with just cotyledons and no first set of leaves.
Caused by lack of light. Bad, because most of the energy reserves
have been spent without producing useful growth.