Water over the top of the growing media just once approximately one quart to half a
gallon. Watering over the top at the time of planting settles the soil, removes air pockets
and triggers capillary action.
Young plants and seeds are well fed in the Octopot Grow System while they develop
the secondary root system inside of the Hydro Reservoir. It is normal for the top layer
of growing media to feel dry.
WARNING-Do not water over the top of the soil after initial planting. Plants sense
water in the Hydro Reservoir and grow roots in that direction. For more information
see www.Octopot.com/how-octopots-work for information about Hydrotropism
Choose a watering method (See System Requirements-Watering) then add water to the
Hydro Reservoir according to your preferred watering method.
Add pre-mixed nutrients/water into the Hydro Reservoir.
Note: Adding fertilizer at the time of planting can be delayed if your growing media is
already infused with fertilizer. (See System Requirements-Nutrients)
NOTE: PLANTS GROW ROOTS BEFORE SHOOTS, SO DON'T WORRY IF THE PLANT APPEARS
UNCHANGED FOR A WEEK OR SO.
