Considering this, what is a plant plug?
According to the American National Standards a plug is a cylinder of medium in which a plant is grown. The term is generally used to describe seedlings and rooted cuttings which have been removed from the container but with the medium held intact by the roots.
Similarly one may ask, should I remove plant plugs?
Of course for any indoor gardener, once a plant is owned they can do what they wish, however removing the plug can often cause damage to the root system. Once this occurs the plant needs to re-establish it before continuing to grow or in some cases, the plant dies.
How do you care for a succulent plug?
Great! Plant the plugs in soil, and start them out with indirect light for about a week or two. Slowly and gradually give them early morning sunlight until their roots become established. Do not give it a drink of water for about a week.
What do you plant in plug trays?
When should I order plug plants?
Once your plants have developed more leaves and are looking more robust – usually in late April to mid May (depending on the weather/climate in your area) – you can toughen them up ready for planting out in the garden by popping them outdoors during the daytime and bringing them in at night.
How do you grow plug plants?
Potting up
Fill the pot with compost, tap to settle and swish off excess compost to leave a level surface. Use a pencil or dibber to make a hole in the centre of each pot and pop in a plug, firming in place with your fingers. It’s important not to set plug plants in larger containers.
How do you transplant plant plugs?
Poke your finger into the soil to the depth of the flower plug’s root ball. Pinch the bottom of the cell to remove the plug from its container. Drop the root ball into the hole and gently firm the soil around the flower plug. Space the plugs out according to the variety of flower.
