Re: Re: New VFT grower

Adrian Arnold (arnold@bigb.win-uk.net)
Wed, 08 May 1996 22:20:49

Thanks for the comments. I must admit I have my doubts as it looks
far too slimy to be the beginnings of moss but I have sufficient
patience to wait and see:-)

Regards,

Adrian Arnold.

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>Adrian,
>
> The "algea" is probably the beginning stage for a type of moss
>that seems to come up in everyone's pots. It can't be avoided
>easily. It will compete for the light and the seed may not be able
>to germinate if covered deeply. However, a little moss growing
>with seedlings seems to improve their vigor, probably by increasing
>the humidity around the stem and the adventitious roots...
>
>Dave Evans
>