How often do you water after putting in spikes? Do you have to dissolve them or they just stay there until gone with regular watering?
1617742
We followed the instructions and practically we forgot about them. I believe they dissolve with watering and with the rain. We did it last 2013 fall, so we have not seen anything different yet. I just bought another box.
1617743
I keep watering as I always do. The spikes dissolve in time releasing the necessary nutrients that the plants need. I place spikes there or four times a year.
1220980
I use water from the tap, nothing special. I just keep the vase filled with water. When I notice it is low I add more water, usually about once a month.
567743
I placed mine in a plastic rectangle tray to make it easier to water them. They made for seed germination so they need to be kept moist and warm. They will stand-up alone, but will dry-out quickly if exposed to wind/breeze or warm temperatures constantly. It's best to put them in sometime and keep just a little water in the bottom to maintain moisture.
1798624
I soak for 8 to 24 hours but 8 is better, then I rinse them several times and then I put them in a quart jar with a piece of fine plastic screen fastened on with a rubber band. I rinse them 2 X a day or whenever I use the sink and in 4 to 5 days I have some really nice sprouts for salads or topping whatever stew or soup I am eating.
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Gilbert, you only cut off a tiny piece of the end. I've used these spikes for years when I go on vacation.depending upon how much water you'll need you can also use a 1 QT (liter) bottle.I only use mine around my peppers and toms. while I'm gone for about ten days!need more info just ask. Len
1933905
No, drain the initial water out & then refill it. You do NOT want stagnant water in your sprouts. The whole point is to rinse them. Hope that helps. :)
2236042
Soak the root ball in room temperature water for approx 1 hour. When you take it out of the water the plants will separate easily. I separated all of mine and put them in separate pots. They made great gifts for friends.
254777
Put the spikes all the way in because the water oozes out from them into the soil. It doesn't just drip (I think)
18885
I usually give the plants a little drink just before I add the fertilizer , and then a little more water afterwards , the plant pots sit in drip containers and as long as there isn't an over abundance of water , I just let the plants drink as they need to . I haven't had any problems feeding my plants this way . If I do get any fertilizer directly on the leaves , I use the spray nozzle on the kitchen sink to lightly rinse them off . I hope this helps , good luck , and have a wonderful day , or night whichever it may be .
2264972
I kept the flowers in a ceramic vase and changed the water every 2 days also adding new flower food. The water remained very clear. I also added about 1/2 teaspoon liquid clorox to the water each time. You may have cloudy water if you keep the original water and do not change it often.
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I used 3 teaspoons full to 1 gallon of water. I water my 9 plants once a week. I did it for four weeks and it did work. We haven't seen any tiny flies in a while now. The plants were infested by a new plant I bought at the super market. I should have kept it apart from the others until I knew it was clean but I didn't. But the natrol WDG worked.
261122
It depends on what type of plant you have in the container. I water as I would a small pot. My succulents are thriving and I water them twice per month.
1797004
The spikes go in the soil and the other end of the attached tube goes in a container of water. You can use any container, though one with a smaller top is easier to keep trash (and pets) out of.
2283858
Fill the spike with water. Place the top on. Put the spike into the soil. Put the draw end into a container of water which is placed at a lower level than the spike. Then it should passively draw. I add a drop of red food coloring to the water supply so that I can see if the spike is properly drawing. As others have mentioned, sometimes it doesnt work and without the red food coloring it can be very hard to know if its working.
1734420
Make sure the tubes and reservoir are completely filled before pushing them into the soil. It's like priming the pump. As long as I do that, then I've had no problems with the spikes refilling.
427734
You have to keep them refrigerated until ready to apply. Then you mix them with water to wake them up. I used a sprayer attached to the hose to apply and it worked fine. Your lawn needs to be wet before application (run the sprinklers). Sunlight will kill them, so apply right at dusk so they have time to bury into the soil. All the necessary instructions are on the container.
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First you have to soak the seeds in water (at least 4 hours to 8 hours depending on the size of the seed) for 1-2 tbsp. of seeds. Then you rinse and place them into a tray. Put the solid tray on bottom and add 1/8 to 1/4 cup of water 3-4 times a day. Don't let them dry out. They don't have to be placed in the sun but it helps, or under flor. light. Darin water out of bottom once a day. When sprouts are ready(4-5 days) they need rinsed and the hulls need to be discarded (they are bitter). Dry as much as much as possible and store in container or veggie bag in frig. enjoy