How to Identify and Avoid Overwatering and Underwatering in Seedlings

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How to Identify and Avoid Overwatering and Underwatering in Seedlings - and It's DAY 31 of our 31 Days of Giving | Zone 5 Gardening
In today's video, we focus on the ever important step of watering seedlings.
We know that overwatering seedlings and underwatering seedlings both can have devastating impacts on your seedling development which can then create huge problems when it is time to plant your garden outdoors. So, in this video we talk about the signs you can look for to determine if your seedlings are either being underwatered or overwatered, and then we talk about proper watering techniques that will help you grow the healthiest seedlings.
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  • @chrimston2784
    @chrimston2784 Жыл бұрын

    My biggest issue has been over watering and congratulations to the winners

  • @GutenGardening

    @GutenGardening

    Жыл бұрын

    It seems like that is a common theme for many of us. Thank you so much for watching!

  • @ceciliabrown1677
    @ceciliabrown1677 Жыл бұрын

    Congratulations to the winners! Often I am guilty of overwatering my seedlings. I’m still working on it.

  • @GutenGardening

    @GutenGardening

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much! Yes, it has definitely been our downfall on more than one occasion. :(

  • @jasonflores3140
    @jasonflores3140 Жыл бұрын

    Congratulations to the winners! Great topic, still making these mistakes myself. I was just telling my wife today how fascinating it is to see a plant go from droopy and sad to upright and happy after a good watering.

  • @GutenGardening

    @GutenGardening

    Жыл бұрын

    That is so true. Kind of like watching a squash plant mid day and then seeing it perk up when the sun goes down. :)

  • @onishaw8227
    @onishaw8227 Жыл бұрын

    Congratulations to todays winners… And thanks for the fun… And the education!

  • @GutenGardening

    @GutenGardening

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much Oni! It has been our pleasure!

  • @billymartin2277
    @billymartin2277 Жыл бұрын

    Congratulations to the winners. There have been some really great give aways. Can't wait to see what comes up later.

  • @GutenGardening

    @GutenGardening

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much Billy. We have enjoyed this process so much!

  • @Randy_Smith
    @Randy_Smith Жыл бұрын

    Many thanks for all the "congrats" and a special thank you to Mr. Guten for the heat mat. It is much appreciated and I'm looking forward to putting it to use.

  • @claudiubojan7047
    @claudiubojan7047 Жыл бұрын

    Congratulations to the winner

  • @GutenGardening

    @GutenGardening

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much Claudiu! :)

  • @leendaroberto
    @leendaroberto Жыл бұрын

    Congratulations to the winners. Another very helpful video. Thank you.

  • @GutenGardening

    @GutenGardening

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much Linda!

  • @lesliemontemayer4253
    @lesliemontemayer4253 Жыл бұрын

    Congrats to todays winners!🎉 Very nice gifts.🙂

  • @GutenGardening

    @GutenGardening

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much Leslie!

  • @sylvialyles919
    @sylvialyles919 Жыл бұрын

    I've enjoyed this 31 days of giving and congratulations to the winners! Can't wait for the next sessions to start 🙌 🤗

  • @GutenGardening

    @GutenGardening

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you! Lots more content coming your way. :)

  • @rebeccawatson9284
    @rebeccawatson9284 Жыл бұрын

    Congratulations 🎊 to the winners!

  • @GutenGardening

    @GutenGardening

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much Rebecca!

  • @iwanttobelieve5970
    @iwanttobelieve5970 Жыл бұрын

    This was a lot of fun. Congratulations to the winners.

  • @GutenGardening

    @GutenGardening

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much IWantTo Believe! We appreciate you!

  • @cannafarmer
    @cannafarmer Жыл бұрын

    Seedling phase is the moat stressful for sure. If I'm not in solo cups I always under the over and just try to hold on until it's bigger lol

  • @elainelucier6243
    @elainelucier6243 Жыл бұрын

    Congratulations to the winners 🎉 🎉

  • @GutenGardening

    @GutenGardening

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much Elaine!

  • @vmcshannon
    @vmcshannon Жыл бұрын

    Congratulations to the winners. 🎉

  • @GutenGardening

    @GutenGardening

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much Viola!

  • @davidgray1515
    @davidgray1515 Жыл бұрын

    Congrats to the winners!

  • @GutenGardening

    @GutenGardening

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you David! Also, if you missed it, you definitely want to take a look at the Day #30 giveaway video. kzread.info/dash/bejne/rIynuJNsqrixpdo.html

  • @glennahoki6476
    @glennahoki6476 Жыл бұрын

    Congratulations to the winner!

  • @GutenGardening

    @GutenGardening

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much Glenna!

  • @darrybush5293
    @darrybush5293 Жыл бұрын

    Congratulations too both winners 🎉

  • @GutenGardening

    @GutenGardening

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much Darry!

  • @DavidBrown-vx6fb
    @DavidBrown-vx6fb Жыл бұрын

    Congrats to those two people enjoying your videos

  • @GutenGardening

    @GutenGardening

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much David!

  • @nmb431

    @nmb431

    3 ай бұрын

    20k views later

  • @tinab7791
    @tinab7791 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for all the fun with the giveaways!

  • @GutenGardening

    @GutenGardening

    Жыл бұрын

    It has been our pleasure!

  • @tinab7791
    @tinab7791 Жыл бұрын

    Congrats to the winners! I battled fungus gnats a bit already this year. It was really my fault. I wasn't thinking and I brought a small plant from my outdoor green house inside to my grow area. I saw the little gnats the next day but it was too late. It was DE that ultimately fixed the problem.

  • @GutenGardening

    @GutenGardening

    Жыл бұрын

    DE has been a great help to us in the past as well. It is definitely effective!

  • @lora999
    @lora999 Жыл бұрын

    Congratulations to the winners!!

  • @GutenGardening

    @GutenGardening

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much Lora!

  • @juliekraft4102
    @juliekraft4102 Жыл бұрын

    Seed starting season is so exciting.🤗

  • @GutenGardening

    @GutenGardening

    Жыл бұрын

    We couldn't agree more Nikki!

  • @EnuffsEnuff318
    @EnuffsEnuff318 Жыл бұрын

    Congrats to ALL the winners for the last 31 days!

  • @GutenGardening

    @GutenGardening

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much EnuffsEnuff318!

  • @Nikki-st8qz
    @Nikki-st8qz Жыл бұрын

    Congratulations winners!!

  • @GutenGardening

    @GutenGardening

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much Nikki!

  • @briannaroberson7356
    @briannaroberson7356 Жыл бұрын

    congrats winners.

  • @GutenGardening

    @GutenGardening

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much Brianna!

  • @timothyodwyer506
    @timothyodwyer506 Жыл бұрын

    Congrats to the Winners. I try to not overwater and try to not overwater but a fan definitely helps.

  • @GutenGardening

    @GutenGardening

    Жыл бұрын

    We have added a few fans this season, and you are right, they really help.

  • @Li5gy679
    @Li5gy6793 күн бұрын

    Great gardening tips! Just what I needed. Please, keep up the good, and. needed information! 😮

  • @kdotwayup
    @kdotwayup2 ай бұрын

    Very informative!! I’m a new grower and I definitely think this is the problem I’m having starting out.

  • @juliekraft4102
    @juliekraft4102 Жыл бұрын

    Congratulations winner #1

  • @GutenGardening

    @GutenGardening

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much!

  • @polkadotpandadesign3603
    @polkadotpandadesign3603 Жыл бұрын

    Congratulations! Thanks for this topic today, it was just in time.

  • @GutenGardening

    @GutenGardening

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much Polka Dot Panda Design!

  • @sylvialyles919
    @sylvialyles919 Жыл бұрын

    Another great video and lessons learned! Tomorrow will be the start of watering from the bottom of the trays! I've seen some seeds popping out already and I'm very excited about that!

  • @GutenGardening

    @GutenGardening

    Жыл бұрын

    That method of watering has truly been a game changer for us. Love hearing those seeds are germinating!

  • @juliekraft4102
    @juliekraft4102 Жыл бұрын

    Congratulations winner #2

  • @GutenGardening

    @GutenGardening

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much Julie. I hope you are having a fantastic week!

  • @Jophiel50
    @Jophiel5027 күн бұрын

    What an incredible video! You are the best teacher…I have watched so many videos and this one gave me everything that I never got from the rest.

  • @GutenGardening

    @GutenGardening

    25 күн бұрын

    Glad it was helpful!

  • @froginprogress8510
    @froginprogress8510 Жыл бұрын

    Congratulations to the winners! The seed germinating mats are great. I have one wrapped around some cacao plants, and they work just as well around pots as under them. Over- and underwatering are probably both things I tend to do, depending on what each plant needs. I constantly fight with fungus gnats. Sticky traps and tiny spiders have all but eliminated them now, but I'm keeping an eye on them. I usually bottom water twice a week, but I'll also use a spray bottle on the surface of dry soil to help pull the water up through. Thank you for your helpful videos, your generosity with the giveaways, and the encouragement within this channel's community. I won those great lights on Day 10, and have already seen a significant difference in my plants.

  • @GutenGardening

    @GutenGardening

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much Frog in Progress! The spray bottle is also something we use for our seedlings when needed. I am so happy that you are seeing success with the lights. I hope you enjoy the upcoming growing season. We really appreciate you!

  • @farfromhomeDotnet
    @farfromhomeDotnet Жыл бұрын

    Congratulations to the winners! Great prizes! I still find watering my seedlings to be a challenge sometimes, even being an experienced gardener

  • @GutenGardening

    @GutenGardening

    Жыл бұрын

    It is especially challenging when the top looks dry, but a little below the surface it isn't. I think that is likely why many overwater. We have been guilty of that for sure.

  • @missmaziecat5058
    @missmaziecat5058 Жыл бұрын

    Congrats to the winners! It was so nice to play in the dirt today and start some seeds! Thank you for the content!

  • @GutenGardening

    @GutenGardening

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much Miss Mazie Cat! It is a great feeling to get that dirt under your nails. :)

  • @lmbecker
    @lmbecker Жыл бұрын

    Woo hoo! Thanks so much. I’ve been battling fungus gnats and watering timing so this video is really helpful. Apple cider traps have helped some, but I’m looking at trying alternatives.

  • @GutenGardening

    @GutenGardening

    Жыл бұрын

    Congrat Lisa! Please email us at gutengardening@gmail.com, and then once we have your email address, we will get that gift card sent your way ASAP! :) We have used apple cider traps as well in the past, with some success.

  • @user-sf5xp5xz7v
    @user-sf5xp5xz7v6 ай бұрын

    Thank you for this video. Very informative and thorough.

  • @GutenGardening

    @GutenGardening

    6 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much for watching! We are glad you enjoyed the content.

  • @123gyra123
    @123gyra1233 ай бұрын

    Thank you. Excellent information,

  • @twilightgardener9366
    @twilightgardener9366 Жыл бұрын

    Congratulations to both winners! Great tips for guarding against overwatering and under-watering! Thanks for all your research!

  • @GutenGardening

    @GutenGardening

    Жыл бұрын

    You are welcome! Have a great week!

  • @judyrobinson6442
    @judyrobinson6442 Жыл бұрын

    Congratulations to the winners! Another very timely show. I always learn so much watching ìt.

  • @GutenGardening

    @GutenGardening

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much Judy! We hope you are having a fantastic week!

  • @beckycook4569
    @beckycook45695 ай бұрын

    Great video on a tough subject. I can germinate seeds but having trouble growing them on. Helpful!

  • @GutenGardening

    @GutenGardening

    5 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much for watching! You are right, this can be such a difficult problem to deal with, especially when the germination really gets your hopes up. Have a wonderful weekend!

  • @vincentpcappello4512
    @vincentpcappello45124 ай бұрын

    Thanks for the great info!

  • @DeborahBerden
    @DeborahBerden Жыл бұрын

    Congratulations winners! It was good to be reminded to not overwater! Thank you!

  • @GutenGardening

    @GutenGardening

    Жыл бұрын

    A very important step to take for sure. Thank you!

  • @michaelwray4359
    @michaelwray4359 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much sir you are so great

  • @kimberlylamantia7794
    @kimberlylamantia7794 Жыл бұрын

    Congratulations winners! I'm definitely guilty of overwatering my seedlings. Fungus gnats are terrible. I've lost a few flats of seedlings from my cats trying to catch the little buggers 🤣

  • @GutenGardening

    @GutenGardening

    Жыл бұрын

    Oh my, I can picture that happening! I can also see how the gnats would attract/annoy a cat so much!

  • @gregcamp4846
    @gregcamp4846 Жыл бұрын

    Congrats to the winners. Thanks for the info.

  • @GutenGardening

    @GutenGardening

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much greg!

  • @rbbiefah
    @rbbiefah Жыл бұрын

    At 9:11 you seen to be saying that after sifting the fine particles out you then use the fine particles in your seedling pots but that is the very opposite of good draining . These fine particles are washed out because they fill air spaces and hold excessive water

  • @Randy_Smith
    @Randy_Smith Жыл бұрын

    Holy Schnikes!!!!!! Wow. I never win anything! Many thanks! And yes, I now see why I was encouraged to watch this video!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Many thanks, Mr. Guten. You and your team rock

  • @GutenGardening

    @GutenGardening

    Жыл бұрын

    Congratulations Randy! If you send your contact info to us at gutengardening@gmail.com, we will get that ordered and shipped out to you ASAP! :)

  • @Randy_Smith

    @Randy_Smith

    Жыл бұрын

    @@GutenGardening just sent you an email. thanks again!

  • @Randy_Smith

    @Randy_Smith

    Жыл бұрын

    @@GutenGardening just wanted to check in to confirm that you had rec'd the email I sent. Thank you!

  • @Randy_Smith

    @Randy_Smith

    Жыл бұрын

    @Guten Gardening did you get the email I sent with my contact info?

  • @GutenGardening

    @GutenGardening

    Жыл бұрын

    Yessir, it looks like your prize should arrive tomorrow. Please let us know when it gets there :)

  • @earthladyadventures5018
    @earthladyadventures5018 Жыл бұрын

    Congratulations to the winners 🎉🎉 ❤❤

  • @GutenGardening

    @GutenGardening

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much for watching!

  • @RachellesGardenDiary
    @RachellesGardenDiary Жыл бұрын

    Congratulations Winners

  • @GutenGardening

    @GutenGardening

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you Rachelle!

  • @heidi.s
    @heidi.s Жыл бұрын

    Congratulations to the winners! I hate fungus gnats. They are so annoying.!

  • @GutenGardening

    @GutenGardening

    Жыл бұрын

    When they appear, they are suddenly everywhere!! Agreed, they are so annoying!

  • @RUNNINGWylde-wq1bi
    @RUNNINGWylde-wq1bi Жыл бұрын

    Congratulations

  • @GutenGardening

    @GutenGardening

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much RUNNING Wylde34987!

  • @carlottafontes9575
    @carlottafontes95752 ай бұрын

    Can I just sow more seeds in the same potting mix, or do I have to replace that also?

  • @dustyflats3832
    @dustyflats3832 Жыл бұрын

    Last year I used coir and it molded. It needs a lot of perlite. This year using Promix and have a small problem with white mildew/mold. Don’t care for seed starting mix as it’s too muddy. Growing in cell packs with root air layering. Have fans on, but there we have a problem. The cells dry out unevenly from fan. Trying oscillating fan today, maybe it will improve. Today I sprayed sparingly Neem oil on the spots of white mold, we’ll see. Onion starts are looking great and may need to repot before planting out. Wonder if cell packs would do better in a low tray to allow more air. Not all cells dry evenly and trying to figure it out. I used a sprinkle of granular organic fertilizer and water from the top to work in. I have watered from the bottom and that doesn’t seem to evenly hydrate and tray is level. Herbs attracted aphids? Think I have that covered, but never had this problem before. Using yellow sticky traps for gnats. What do you advise for fertilizer for food like lettuce grown inside? Trying artichokes this year and they look like they will be taking over soon.

  • @jacobclark89

    @jacobclark89

    Жыл бұрын

    I also really dislike seed starting mix at least the ones ive tried ,

  • @simon990055
    @simon990055 Жыл бұрын

    if its Cannabis i´d say it needs to feel kinda moist and wet pretty much all the time if like here .. even in Denmark if the doctor allowed to grow a Cannabis for Medicinal use they take alot more than alot of regulare i bet cus its from a Tropical China area ,,Originally" i know over 100 variations of them may do well in Nordic reagions and clima BUT some basics may be good for just a kinda thing like Cannabis its around 25*c and a pretty wet area i guess not to overdo it of course but they do require more water than most .. pretty much daily on average .. AKA they do well in moist or wet soils if you got permits for them and they are good looking at basics even if it was for industry or something else fx .. but i guess its to focus center area around the seed then i guess ? if Cannabis that requires water alot fx then you can start with a big pot if done right .. and it will sometimes grow several cm´s at a day if suns on and it has water and right amount of hours of sun and over 20*c average

  • @MarioAlzaga
    @MarioAlzaga Жыл бұрын

    Guilty of over watering

  • @GutenGardening

    @GutenGardening

    Жыл бұрын

    Aren't we all at some points!

  • @lolBird746
    @lolBird746 Жыл бұрын

    What if i alredy owerwaterd my seedling to much can i save it?

  • @nicholasquinnett3281
    @nicholasquinnett3281 Жыл бұрын

    Fungus gnats are the worst.

  • @GutenGardening

    @GutenGardening

    Жыл бұрын

    They are infuriating!

  • @jonathancristole6074
    @jonathancristole60748 ай бұрын

    Love your grow tent. Beautiful work.

  • @truthseek3017
    @truthseek301711 ай бұрын

    Should i use 3 bulbs on my T5 and hang it 7 foot high above my canopy during vegetative, or should i use 3 bulbs and hang my light at 4 foot above canopy. I have 54w bulbs. Should i just use one bulb? Maybe 8 bulbs and hang the light 8 foot above canopy? I have been doing 35in above canopy with 3 bulbs.

  • @truthseek3017
    @truthseek301711 ай бұрын

    I heard a dry spell makes the roots spread.

  • @tannerharrison9537
    @tannerharrison9537 Жыл бұрын

    Congratulations to the winner

  • @GutenGardening

    @GutenGardening

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you Tanner!

  • @StephanieZimmerman-cq3pv
    @StephanieZimmerman-cq3pv Жыл бұрын

    Congrats to the winners!

  • @GutenGardening

    @GutenGardening

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you Stephanie!

  • @michaelwray4359
    @michaelwray4359 Жыл бұрын

    Congratulations

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