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Can you reuse seed compost and multi purpose compost that was bought from the shop?
Can you reuse seed compost and multi purpose compost that was bought from the shop?
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I would use fresh seed compost to germinate new seed but would mix the used seed compost and multi purpose compost and use it to grow on stuff as long as the original seedlings hadn't damped off.
If seedlings have damped off in it or I've already used it to grow plants on then I add it to the compost heap or chuck it into a border.If a thing's worth doing, it's worth doing to excess
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I agree with Eco-Chic - used compost is going to be nutrient-depleted at best, and at worst it could have damping-off mould in it. I usually use mine to top up the raised beds outdoors, and add chicken manure to replace the nutrients.Comment
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damped off
thank you for your replies... what are seedlings that have damped off?Comment
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Damping off, as I understand it, is when your tray of nice healthy seedlings suddenly keel overOriginally posted by timemellowed View Post
. Closer examination will show that the base of the stem where it emerges from the soil has rotted. I think this is due to a mould that gets to grip if you are over-zealous with the watering. Am I wrong? Probably! I'm sure someone will put us right.
When the Devil gives you Cowpats - make Satanic Compost!
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damping off
I was just about to write another post asking why my tomato seedlings are keeling over... guess it is damping off.
Do I have to plant new ones or can I revive them in any way?
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Plant new and dump the compost in garden and clean the pot, they are dead if its damping offOriginally posted by timemellowed View Post
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Make sure you use tap water to water seedlings as there may be micro organisms in water butts which also contribute to damping off.If a thing's worth doing, it's worth doing to excessComment
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damped off?
Some of them have now stood up again.... what is going on????
Last edited by timemellowed; 10-03-2009, 06:43 AM.Comment
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