When to Pot Up (Repot) and Transplant Tomato Seedlings

Have you ever wondered how much difference correctly timing the major milestones in your seedlings' lives really makes? I have! Let’s take a look at how when you pot up (repot) and outside nighttime temperature impact the growth of tomato seedlings.

Potting up is an important step in the care of some warm weather vegetables like tomatoes and peppers. It's often done around the the time the seedlings is 2-3 inches tall or has a full set of true leaves.

Transplanting should always be done in accordance with a well-vetted planting calendar, but there is a major difference between planting as soon as the seedling won't die from from vs. planting when they'll thrive.

To illustrate, we compare growth (height, foliage, stem thickness, color) across four difference tommy toe tomato plants grown in preparation for the 2022 growing season.

Check out the video for a fun comparison and a few easy takeaways for your garden this year. And as always, happy planting!

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