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Fafard Organic Seedling Starter Mix

Fafard Organic Seedling Starter Mix

Fafard SKU:74931550

Format

  • Approved for organic gardening
  • Favours quick and vigorous germination
  • Easy to moisten thanks to coconut husk fibre
  • Can also be used for transplanting and potting houseplants
  • Ideal for microgreens

Fafard Organic SEEDLING Starter Mix is a high-performance growing medium specifically formulated for the delicate stages of germination and rooting cuttings. Its fine, lightweight texture facilitates the emergence of young radicles, while its composition of sphagnum peat moss and coconut husk fibre ensures flawless water management.

Certified for organic cultivation, this potting soil is the preferred choice for starting your vegetables, flowers, and herbs, as well as for indoor microgreen production.

Why Choose This Product?

  • Optimal Germination: Coconut fibre retains essential moisture around the seed without causing saturation.
  • Rapid Rooting: The airy structure promotes vigorous root development for stem or leaf cuttings.
  • Gentle Nutrition: Enriched with a natural fertilizer derived from compost to support seedlings from day one without the risk of burning.
  • Superior Drainage: Prevents substrate compaction, ensuring maximum root zone oxygenation for indoor pots.

Directions for Use

  1. Preparation: Fill your seedling trays or pots with the mix without over-compacting.
  2. Moistening: Lightly dampen the medium before sowing seeds or inserting cuttings.
  3. Sowing: Place seeds at the depth recommended on the seed packet, then cover gently with the starter mix.
  4. Maintenance: Keep the mix moist but not waterlogged. Use a propagation dome to maintain high humidity during the critical phase.
  5. Watering: Use a fine misting spray to avoid displacing seeds or delicate young shoots.

Understanding the Formulation (NPK)

The 0.11 - 0.07 - 0.07 ratio reflects a gentle approach tailored for the early stages of plant life:

  • Nitrogen (N): Stimulates initial foliage growth and photosynthesis as soon as the cotyledons appear.
  • Phosphorus (P): Crucial for establishing a strong and resilient root system.
  • Potassium (K): Strengthens cellular structure and overall plant **vigour** against transplant shock.

Dimensions

25L

Coverage area

"Diameter pot - Approximate Capacity
10 cm (4 in) - 0.5 litre
20 cm (8 in) - 3-4 litres
30 cm (12 in) - 9-10 litres
40 cm (16 in) - 22-25 litres
50 cm (20 in) - 55 litres"

Ingredients

"INGREDIENTS
Sphagnum peat moss, black earth (humus), coconut husk fibre, perlite, lime, natural fertilizer, OMRI gypsum

GUARANTEED MININUM ANALYSIS
Total Nitrogen (N) - 0.5%
Available Phosphoric Acid (P2O5) - 0.07%
Soluble Potash (K2O) - 0.1%
Minimum Organic Matter - 13%
Maximum Moisture - 67%"

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