Plant your seedlings in the soil:

Plant your seedlings early in the morning or late afternoon to avoid heat stress. Follow these steps to set your new outdoor garden up for success:

1. Prepare to Plant

Keep the grow medium moist until you're ready to plant.

2. Planting

Choose a spot with at least 6 hours of sunlight daily.

Dig a hole slightly deeper and wider than the seedling plug (about 2” wide x 3” deep).

Water the hole lightly before planting, then place the seedling in and cover with soil until the plug is fully buried and the plant is upright.

3. Post-Planting Care

Water daily for the first two weeks to keep soil consistently moist. Pro Tip: To check soil moisture, stick your finger into the soil up to the first knuckle. If it feels dry, it’s time to water.

Fertilize with your fertilizer of choice, or use Lettuce Grow Nutrients A & B (1 tsp each per gallon of water) during initial watering and weekly thereafter.

After the first two weeks, adjust watering frequency based on your climate and plant type, letting the topsoil dry slightly between sessions.

4. Ongoing Tips

Refresh soil every six months to maintain nutrient levels.

Protect seedlings from extreme heat by providing shade during peak sun.

Rotate seedlings every 4-6 weeks to maintain a productive garden.

Note: Some initial stress is normal during the first week of transplanting. Simply remove any dead leaves, and rest assured—they’ll bounce back quickly!

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