Using promix and starting seedling

[Reefguy]

Hey guys, my question is, do i need nutrients to start seedlings? I also plan on using r.o. Water, my local l store suggested half tap and half r.o.? Any help would be appreciated.

 

[Indoor Sun King]

no nutes....water is water

 

[Sheesh420]

I typically mix ProMix with worm castings ... 3 portions of pro-mix per 1 portion of worm castings.

The castings should give them what they need. Maybe a little super thrive until nutes start.

 

[mmmmbrownies]

no nutes needed... I germinate my seeds in distilled water root them in jiffy pods then feed once in the solo cup ...

 

[Reefguy]

no nutes needed... I germinate my seeds in distilled water root them in jiffy pods then feed once in the solo cup ...

thanks for replies, what are you feeding once in the solo cup, from reading, i see theres folks who say nothing once in solo cup and others say feed?

 

[qwizoking]

You have to add Cal mag still..and ro naturally has a lower ph so fix that..I prefer tap

 

[Sheesh420]

Worm casting only here... and some super thrive. Half nute dose 2-3 weeks post propagation and then full strength from there on while in veg.

 

[Reefguy]

thanks guys, the amount of nutrients on the market is mind blowing...and some very expensive, i was recommended Advanced nuts, it seems to have folks that love it or hate it.

 

[Sheesh420]

Outside of electricity, it's should be your second largest monthly expense. I use Aurora Innovations Soul Synthetics. It's an easy hybrid formula synth/organic. Contains all necessary macro and micro nutes and a generic eight week schedule.

http://www.aurorainnovations.org/soul_grow.html

 

[Wavels]

For seed starting I like to add extra vermiculite to the ProMix.
I like to use 16 to 20 oz white styrofoam cups.
I place the seeds into about 1/4 inch deep holes in the mix. Cover gently and water very carefully, as to not dislodge the seed.
After the seeds pop up out of the ProMix, I wait until they need their first watering and begin with nutes at that time. 1/4 tsp per gallon of water (Jack's Classic all purpose).
I increase the nutes as the plants show me what they need while growing up to be big and strong.

 

[Reefguy]

thanks guys! much appreciated.