totally frustrated and dont understand whats wrong. i planted seed and it is beginning to break through ground.
prior to planting the seen i watered the soil tested the run off and PH was about 6.8
today i had to water the seed and tested the run off and it was so dark brown/red that it didnt even register on the chart
i used some of the same soil and put in a cup and watered it and tested the run off and it also shows PH about 6.8
so same soil , same water so why did the seed show up so off the chart?
what do i need to do, should i flush it?
Not unusual for first few waterings AFTER filling a new pot to carry off loose material.
Dun wurry bout it.
BTW…IF you are using ANYTHING except a PH meter…a digital PH meter…you will not get a reliable reading. PH n PPM meter sets online for $20. Critical to a grow.
phew had me freaked out - y i do have a PH meter but i just tested the run off with the PH test kit. so i went back out and used the meter as you suggested and it tests about 7 so i can bring that down a bit
thank you for your help:-)
@lynn4349…GET…a PH n PPM meter set. Can be bought separately. Around $10 each…OR…set for around $20 online–amazon. Good to have a spare around.
Once a meter gets wet past the probe area…it’s dead meat. Lost more than a few to dropping in DWC…one to a spoiled parrot running around loose on the floor. sigh.
Yes, I have a spare set always. Would you drive 60 mph at night in a heavy fog? Same thing.
btw…a one inch layer of rocks in the bottom will help drainage and avoid root rot.
What soil did you plant into?
Did you calibrate your PH meter?
What is the source of your water?
When I start plants I use straight R/O or distilled and don’t bother with PH’ing it. I also slam my seedlings into coco or Promix as I like the medium and it’s nutrient free.