Hey everyone! I'm trying to figure out why my seedlings, which I planted about six weeks ago in mid-March, have suddenly stopped growing after they first produced their true leaves. They're potted in a mix mainly made of peat moss, with some compost and perlite added for good measure. Since the third week, I've been giving them a diluted "Neptune's Harvest" balanced liquid fertilizer. Any thoughts on what's going on?
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It's not uncommon for seedlings to pause in their growth for a bit, then bounce back. Just give them some time! But make sure they're getting around 16 hours of light daily, as this can really help with their growth.
The pictures make it hard to assess their condition fully. Can you share some photos taken in natural light? Also, when you say 'low dilution', how much are you actually using? If it's too diluted, it might not be providing enough nutrients. Neptune's Harvest is a weaker fertilizer to begin with, so it could be worth checking that out.
I dilute it to about half of the recommended indoor plant dosage, which should be around half a teaspoon per six cups of water. I’ll post better pictures in natural light once I get home!