Damping off question

[GandalfdaGreen]

Hey everyone. I am looking for the truth here. No sunshine. I have a few beans in riot cubes which I thought were rung out pretty well but had more water in the cube than I thought. I checked the cubes today and I thought they seemed pretty wet still. I split the cube with a razor to place the beans in them so I thought I would take a peek at a few to see what was going on in them. I found the tips of the taproots were beginning to dampen off. I decided to cut the tips off and place the taproots into clonex for a seal. I made sure the cubes were not too wet and I put the seedlings back in the cubes. Am I totally pissing in the wind here? I can't believe I did this but you live and you learn. I have plenty of back ups but I would like to see if these make it. I have been reading everywhere I can and the jury seems pretty mixed. I guess the cutting of the root tips will slow growth for awhile and if that happens I am fine with that. I just dont want to waste my time with them if they are doomed. Let me now what you think. Thanks.

 

[churchhaze]

I've killed so many seedlings in rockwool cubes before that were too wet and cold. They just turn to mush. One time I killed every single seed!

This part has always been the hardest for me. I find the most success using the paper towel method and then moving to the cubes when I see a taproot.

For clones, I wrap the cubes in plastic to prevent evaporation, which helps keep the roots warm and makes it easier to use less water since it dries slower.

 

[GandalfdaGreen]

They are still upright so maybe there is hope.

 

[GandalfdaGreen]

I'll update things for those interested just in case this ever happens. I misted the cubes with a combo of Mycos(endo/ecto) and Superthrive. They look to be "greening up" and are still alive. They are not limp and dead yet. They may pull through. We'll see.

 

[hexthat]

Are riot cubes organic? Non organic materials are more likely to be sterile. I would try some copper fungicide. Some organic growers make a garlic cure. http://how.togarden.net/2012/04/27/garlic-cures-damping-off-in-seedlings/

 

[GandalfdaGreen]

Are riot cubes organic? Non organic materials are more likely to be sterile. I would try some copper fungicide. Some organic growers make a garlic cure. http://how.togarden.net/2012/04/27/garlic-cures-damping-off-in-seedlings/

That's awesome. The cubes are organic. It was from my excess of water in the cubes. If things take a turn for the worse tomorrow morning, I am going for the garlic or copper fungicide spray.

 

[GandalfdaGreen]

All the steps to fix the problem are working. I have tap roots that are 1.5 cm long and the cotyledons are greener than I have ever seen. I know growth will be slowed down by two weeks but the genetics are so worth it to endure the extra time they need to get going.

 

[mycomaster]

That's awesome, I'm so glad that turned out alright for you. I was wondering how it was going, but was down for a couple of days. I really think you got some good instincts and quite the green thumb bro. I should be back for now and around, hope to bump it to you. Peace out.

 

[Malevolence]

People say not to touch seeds but I have saved a few that would have otherwise died. I say don't do uneccessary shit... but if there is a problem don't be scared to do something.