Tomato Seeds and Heat

AlittleSalt · June 8, 2015

I started 18 tomato seeds, back on May 5. I planted them in a seed starting tray just like I did back in January. But this time, I put the trays out in full sunlight outside. The temperatures were in the 70s with a lot of rain. The seeds sprouted, I removed the lid and put them in an open faced barn. They did great. I planted 12 tomato plants in a garden yesterday evening. They look healthy.

Now, to the question part...

I did the same thing on June 1. I put the tray out in partial sun (90F) for 4 days. On June 5, I went to water them from the bottom of course. When I lifted the lid - heat poured out like a sauna. The pro mix was hot and dry. I watered and brought the seed cell tray inside. Today is June 8, and there is no sign of any plants coming up.

I'm thinking that I basically cooked the seeds. Should I replant? They are inside now in 72F air-conditioned settings with a florescent light just above the seed cell lid. (Same as I did back in January)

All or any advice and opinions are very welcomed.

June 8, 2015	#1
AlittleSalt BANNED FOR LIFE Join Date: May 2014 Posts: 13,333	Tomato Seeds and Heat I started 18 tomato seeds, back on May 5. I planted them in a seed starting tray just like I did back in January. But this time, I put the trays out in full sunlight outside. The temperatures were in the 70s with a lot of rain. The seeds sprouted, I removed the lid and put them in an open faced barn. They did great. I planted 12 tomato plants in a garden yesterday evening. They look healthy. Now, to the question part... I did the same thing on June 1. I put the tray out in partial sun (90F) for 4 days. On June 5, I went to water them from the bottom of course. When I lifted the lid - heat poured out like a sauna. The pro mix was hot and dry. I watered and brought the seed cell tray inside. Today is June 8, and there is no sign of any plants coming up. I'm thinking that I basically cooked the seeds. Should I replant? They are inside now in 72F air-conditioned settings with a florescent light just above the seed cell lid. (Same as I did back in January) All or any advice and opinions are very welcomed.