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Well, I transplanted my first plant today, the 812 Landry, and I did bad. I had to cut the pot to get it out, and as I moved it into the hole, the dirt started breaking apart, after a few choice words, I got it into the whole and it slid in wrong and was sitting diagnal. So I reached in around the plant and pulled it straight severly disturbing the outer roots. Ohh it was HORRIBLE! A nighmare come true. Anyways my question is what should I do about this. The plant is upright and seems to be okay. I know it went through a lot of stress as the leaves got droopy. The soils drenched, so should I wait and let it dry, or should I get some miracle grow 15-30-15, to help the roots. Thanks for the help!

5/19/2005 8:05:48 PM

Walkerton Ont

Sorry to here that kyle i had the same problem, i destroyed some 0f my best plants last year by trying to take them out, i got smart this year i cut the sides and taped them back up; now all i got to do is take tape off

5/19/2005 8:24:37 PM

Simi valley, ca

i would think miricle grow is not a good idea!! keep moist out a ways,& if theres sun than i would shade cloth over for a few days. should be fine!!

5/19/2005 8:51:25 PM

San Luis Obispo Ca

Just water for a few days then 20-20-20.

5/19/2005 9:01:57 PM

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Wait for fertilizer until all signs of transplant stress are gone & the plant has begun to grow a bit on its own. You might be surprise at its ability to recover. Don't make matters worse by tampering too much. We kill more plants with kindness in this hobby than we do with neglect.

5/19/2005 9:26:59 PM

Chico, Ca

Use vitamin B-1 for transplant shock

5/19/2005 9:52:52 PM

Puyallup, WA

I'm a firm believer of using B-1 transplanting solution. This year, I could see growth after only two days in the hoophouses.

5/20/2005 1:10:04 AM

Deer Park WA

First of all I must say "Dumbass",,, Just kidding Kyle,, the seedling will be fine as long as you didn't cut it in half or anything! I have had some real misadventures and trust me these babies are tough!!! I useualy make up to them by keeping them moist (no more ferts) and putting a space helmet over them in the evening and inclement weather. The 812 Laundry has the potential to be the king, (Queen??) I just wish we would stop getting so many violent thunder storms in my area and dry out!

5/20/2005 1:46:19 AM

Canada

Agree with "Big One" I did the same last year, This year I used very large Ice cream containers,( upside down trick) after a week in the pots they were root bound. but transplant was less stressfull then last, I simply removed the bottom slid the plant into the hole padded the dirt around watered and let them grow!!

Dave

5/20/2005 4:10:20 AM

Webster, NY

The same thing happened to me a few years ago. It got off to a slow start, but still finished over 300 pounds. Keep it moist and protected for about a week then feed it some mild fertilizer. It should be all right. Good luck.

5/20/2005 6:30:39 AM

Ontario, Canada.

Kyle, the plant should be OK, it may take a bit longer to rebound that's all. When it's time to water give it some Neptune's seaweed or Acadian seaweed extract with molasses & half strength 10-52-10 mixed with 4 cups of tea in about 2 gallons of water and stand back. Before you can say "Jack and the Bean Stalk" you'll be a happy camper. When it starts to vine switch to 20-20-20.

Neptunes is available for Ontario growers by contacting local GVGO grower and GPC member Dave McCallum.

Plant Products 10-52-10 is available from Canadian Tire.

Seaweed Extract can be purchased from Bio-Ag.
http://www.bio-ag.com/

5/20/2005 7:18:28 AM

Hermitage, Pa

Shouldn't be a problem at all. These things are tough at this stage. It will set you back up to a week though but it will rebound.

5/20/2005 7:25:42 AM

Picton,ON ([email protected])

Kyle, a little 10-52-10 at transplant does wonders. I disolve it in hot water and then cool the mixure down to "warm". Likely the plant will recover very slowly but if it lives it should take off in a few days. You may want to plant a backup beside just in case.

5/20/2005 8:22:39 AM

Ontario, Canada.

Kyle, I forgot to mention. If you are really concerned I have a back-up 812 that is screaming to get out of its pot, ready and waiting go. I can be there in 2o mins. I'm heading out to Cornerstone this morning anyways.

5/20/2005 9:48:56 AM

Well I took a look at the damage today. And the plant looks okay. I know that they are strong and tough plants, from my rookie year last year. Oh don't want to even talk about what I did last year. Anyways the plant showed signs it was not happy, as the tips of the leaves were slightly curled and crusty. One of the seed leaves had a strip down it that was dead and crunchy, but other than that the plant was looking ok. It did have some growth today as the fourth true leaf is opening up. Thanks for your help everyone! And thanks for offering an extra plant kahuna3, but I am covered, as I got three more anxious to get to the patch.

5/20/2005 4:56:25 PM