The Serrano seeds from Wahaca that I planted in the first week of January are looking very healthy.
As I mentioned previously, I wish I had sown only one seed per cell because I don’t enjoy thinning seedlings. Some of the Wahaca seed sticks had as many as five seeds each. With nearly 100% germination, removing the weaker plants is the only practical option to give the strongest seedlings room to thrive.
Instead of trying to separate the intertwined roots, I used a pair of scissors to snip out the weaker stems, leaving one healthy seedling in each cell. This approach helps the remaining plants develop stronger root systems without competing for space, water, and nutrients.
These are the casualties — the small seedlings I removed. It may seem harsh, but thinning early ensures the survivors will grow stronger and produce better yields when summer arrives.