Well the rhyme scheme in the title is about the funniest thing I can offer today. It is sad but I only have one remaining tomato sprout. The last man standing is spindly, weak, and not growing too fast! It seems that the directions I followed on how to plant the seeds was rather inaccurate, The directions said to plant the seed 1/4 inch below the surface on the soil. The seeds sprouted rather quick. The sprouts were up in 3 days. But they stalks are thin and weak.
It has come to my attention that it is better to plant them deeper, more like half way down the pot or more. Being as the pots I am using are 2 1/2 inches deep, I could have put them 1/2 inch off the bottom. Now the seeds would still germinate just fine at this depth. It does however give a chance to send out more roots before the sprout breaks the upper surface and shoots for the sun! The stronger root system gives the plant better capabilities in water and nutrient gathering, thus making it possible to grow stronger. If I had only thought about it!
The same is with bamboo. Bamboo is planted 6 feet under the surface of the ground. It is then watered and fed for two or three years, without a sprout ever being seen! Then once the chutes break the surface and climb toward the sun, there is already a solid root system! The bamboo can grow as much as 60 feet in a month!
The roots are important. Not just in plants but in the family too. So remember your roots, it's the strong roots the make a strong family (or plant)! Plan for your future, keep your roots strong and they will keep you strong!
Take care and talk to you on soon,
Steven
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