The innerworkings of a nursery... III

III Planting:

This is our standard procedure for planting.


A) Determine the pot size desired.


B) Adjust potting machine conveyer to fit said pot size and adjust the speed of the soil conveyer.


C) Pre-load tractor with container trays for chosen pot size.


D) Load machine with soil and run.

E) Set pots out on tables in greenhouse.


F) Water in soil until moist throughout. Wet soil allows new roots to grow through out the pot easier.

G) Make appropriate sized holes in containers.

H) Drop plant in pre-made hole. If plant is root bound (has an excessive amount of roots) you may first rough up the bottom edges with your thumb to stimulate new growth.

I) Water container again to allow loose soil to settle in to any remaining air pockets