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Basil plant - Repotting?

12 years ago

Ok, so I got a little too excited in planting too many seeds in a very small pot. Now that they're growing out I think I need to repot them but ain't too sure how to do that.

Question:

- Isn't the seedling in the picture still too young for repot? How to repot the seedling without hurting them?

- It's been raining and sunshine the next day in Singapore and weather is around 24 to 31 celsius. I do not have space indoor for all the seedlings, is it ok to leave it outdoor?

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surya55_gw
12 years ago
LOL- Unfortunately, I've done that myself- too many times! I think you should wait for the first pair of "true" leaves, then gently break up the soil and replant them one at a time. Basil loves hot weather so leaving them outside is fine- if it's a big rain storm, then bring them in to wait it out.
fatamorgana2121
12 years ago
Look up "pricking out seedlings." Oodles of advice - even videos.

Seedlings are tender and I would only keep them outside if 1.) that is where you started them or 2.) you keep them sheltered until they properly "harden off." (Be sure to look this up as well.)

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