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    So on my kitchen windowsil I have quite a few propagators so that I can keep them watered here without having to go down to the allotment everyday. I am concerned about over-watering and everytime I go to water them the soil still seems very damp because the lid preserves the moisture.

    Should I water them still if the soil is damp? How long is the most I can leave them without watering?

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    If your plants are through, you shouldn't need the lids on. Then it's just a case of feeling the weight of the pots, if they feel heavy then they don't need water.
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      I have those type of 1/4 size seed trays with transparent lids. I don't water at all until the seeds germinate, the I remove the cover and water as they need it - which is when the container becomes light, and then I stand them in a bowl of water for 5 minutes.
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      • #4
        Originally posted by sotonallotment View Post
        Should I water them still if the soil is damp?
        lol, that's like asking if you should eat if you're full up
        No, don't water every day just because you think you should. Stand the plants in a saucer/tray of water for 5 mins drink, then remove them. They'll take up what they need.
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