Tips For Using Grow Cubes

●Watering

    We replace soil with "Phenolic Foam Grow Cubes" - a new and unique way to nurture seeds into seedlings. Phenolic Foam Grow Cubes are a sterile growing medium that resists disease and provides the exact balance of air and water that seeds need to sprout.

    Watering has to be "just right" for success. Growing from seeds with soil can be a delicate process. Too much water and fungus attacks. Not enough water and new tender seedlings shrivel up and die.Watering seeds growing in soil is never easy. Seeds are easily dislodged or damaged.

And, if they're too wet, disease sets in quickly (especially a fungus called "damping off" where new seedlings decay at the base and the plants fall over and die).

    Accurate watering is easy with Phenolic Foam Grow Cubes. Simply pour water into the tray to about 1/4" deep. Use plain water - no nutrients yet. The capillary properties of the Grow Cubes will pull moisture up to the seeds gently and evenly. At the same time, air flows through the cubes creating an even balance of air and moisture, preventing fungus and disease.

●Light

    Most seeds germinate better in the dark. (Always read the seed packet before planting.)
    But, when new leaves emerge (in 5-7 days), the new seedlings want light - and lots of it! After seeds sprout, move them to sunny window that gets a couple of hours of direct sun. New seedlings will grow weak and spindly without adequate light.. Most seeds sprout in 5-7 days. After 2-3 weeks in a sunny window (or under grow ights) you'll have mature seedlings that are 3-4" tall and are ready to be moved into a hydroponic planter.

●Other Grower Tips for Seeds and Seedlings:

- Use plain water while seeds are sprouting. After new leaves appear apply nutrients at 1/2 strength.

- As seedlings mature they will gradually use more water. Always wait until tray is dry to touch before rewatering however.

- Avoid harsh, dry heat when warming seeds for germination. Top of a refrigerator or few inches above a radiator simply aren't the best spots. Kitchen counters are better - or - for the best results everytime - invest in a heat mat!