The classic method of growing seedlings of peppers and eggplants involves a mandatory picking.
It ensures the good development of young plants and prepares them for transplanting to a permanent place of residence: in a greenhouse or in open ground under a film.
In order for the pickling of pepper and eggplant to pass without problems, it is important to choose the right time and act very carefully, taking care not to damage the fragile shoots.
Features of cultures
Sweet peppers and eggplants - cultures, especially demanding care. These plants have a very fragile and sensitive root system that reacts poorly to transplantation. Therefore, the procedure for moving seedlings from the common container into separate pots should be carried out very carefully, being careful not to injure the shoots.
Do I need to dive peppers and eggplant? Some gardeners prefer not to swoop down plants, sowing seeds in separate pots or peat tablets.
Such the method is suitable for seeds with excellent germination, but still does not exclude the appearance of weak shoots, unsuitable for further cultivation. Read more on preparing pepper and eggplant seeds before planting.
Classic picking helps to choose the strongest and most promising seedlingswhich in the future will develop into full-fledged plants and bring a bountiful harvest.
When to pick?
Transplantation of young shoots spend in the formation phase of the first true leaves. Some prefer picking seedlings of peppers and eggplants after fully unfolding the first leaf, others wait until 2 or 3 appear.
At this age, the seedlings are fragile, but already have an adequate supply of vitality to help survive the transplant.
Later picking is dangerous: the developed roots are easier to damage, such a plant does not take root well and can die.
The optimal time for picking is 15-20 days after sowing seeds. It is necessary to focus on the appearance of the seedlings, many gardeners are picking pepper and eggplant according to the lunar calendar. For this ideal days when the moon is under the influence of the Virgin.
This sign has a positive effect on the growth of seedlings. To increase the yield, you can carry out a picking under the sign of Cancer, Capricorn, Taurus or Pisces. In 2016, the most favorable days for picking eggplants and peppers were February 24, 27, 28 and 29, periods from 1 to 5 and from 26 to 31 March, from 1 to 5 and from 25 to 29 April.
It is necessary to take into account not only dates, but also the time of day, it is also indicated in the lunar calendar.
Preparing for the transplant process
In order for the picking to go smoothly, it is important to follow the instructions exactly. First, the ground is prepared.
Ideal - a mixture of peat or humus with garden soil in equal proportions. In the ground make ashes or complex mineral fertilizers: superphosphate, ammonium nitrate, potassium chloride.
For transplanting need small pots of no more than 150-200 ml. Moisture stagnates in large tanks, which causes acidification of the soil and root rot..
For picking peppers and eggplants, it is better to use plastic pots, from which grown seedlings are transplanted by the method of transshipment. Eggplants should not be planted in peat containers, their weak roots will not be able to penetrate the walls, which will slow down the development of plants after transplantation. In the bottom of the pots need to make holes for drainage.
Some prefer to dive on 2 seedlings of pepper in one pot. This technique has a positive effect on crop yields and is good for especially compact bushes. If you are planning a pair picking, you should choose a larger pot (at least 300 ml).
How to dive pepper and eggplant?
A day or a few hours before transplanting the seedlings in the container you need good waterto make seedlings easier to extract from the ground. Each plant is dug up just before transplanting with a narrow small scapula.
If there is no paddle, you can use a wooden peg or spoon. The germ is gently poddevaetsya and removed together with a clump of soil. Pull the leaves can not, they are very easy to tear off.
The prepared substrate is poured into the container and crushed. In the center a hole is made 2-3 cm deep. The roots of young seedlings should be placed freely. Pinching the roots is not recommended.. The nipping is shown only for overgrown seedlings, the rapid development of which needs to be slightly slowed down.
Sprouts are planted shallowly, excessive burial can cause rotting of the stems. Freshly planted seedlings sprinkled with a layer of peat.
To the roots are located as comfortably as possible, after planting, you can gently pull the stalk. The soil around the seedling is slightly compacted. If it settles, you can pour some more peat.
Plant care after picking
After picking, the pots are tightly placed in a deep pan. The best place for plants is the window sill of a south or southeast window. Young seedlings need bright diffused light, while direct rays on the leaves should be avoided. Immediately after the picking, the plants are not watered; if necessary, you can only spray the soil slightly.
Peppers and eggplants love the fresh air, so need to ventilate the room. If the seedlings are weak, it is worthwhile to place them in a mini-greenhouse for early rearing.
After 4-5 days it is recommended to carry out the first watering with warm boiled water. Plants are watered very carefully, using a spoon or a small watering can. After 10 days, the rooted seedlings are fed with an aqueous solution of mineral fertilizers, ash water or infusion of nettle. Feeding is repeated after 2 weeks. More information about the modes of watering peppers and eggplants.
Properly pickled seedlings look healthy, strong, viable. The leaves of the plants do not droop, the stems do not stretch out, the color of the green is bright and saturated. If young sprouts wither and lag behind in growth, it is worth reviewing the care plan for them.
Perhaps young plants lack sunlight, nutrients or moisture.
After picking, the seedlings grow another 80-85 days, and then it can be transplanted into a greenhouse or into the ground.
We hope our article has answered the question whether it is necessary to dive eggplant and peppers?
Pay attention to the different methods of growing eggplants, especially their sowing according to the lunar calendar and is it possible to grow them at home?
Useful materials
Read other articles on pepper seedlings:
- Proper cultivation of seeds and whether to soak them before sowing?
- How to grow black pepper peas, chili, bitter or sweet at home?
- What are growth promoters and how to use them?
- The main reasons why the leaves are twisted at the shoots, the seedlings fall or are pulled out, and also why the shoots die?
- Terms of planting in the regions of Russia and especially the cultivation in the Urals, in Siberia and the Moscow region.
- Learn yeast based fertilizer recipes.
- Learn the rules of planting Bulgarian and hot peppers, as well as dive sweet?
As well as articles about eggplant seedlings:
- How to prepare the seeds for planting?
- All causes of white spots on the leaves, and why they can curl?
- Major pests and how to get rid of them?
