Sunlight is the lifeblood, especially for all creatures on Earth. In farming, sunlight is crucial. Apart from providing warmth, it's the energy source for plants to sustain their lives.
A few days ago, I moved my two-week-old Butternut squash seedlings to a spot with direct sunlight. Not all were two weeks old, as I had to replace some damaged ones, but the initially planted ones grew larger than the rest.
I decided to relocate some Butternut squash plants to a more open area for ample sunlight exposure. Even my beloved cat enjoyed the gentle morning sun.
As sunlight touched their leaves, I noticed my plants young foliage becoming greener and fresher. Lately, rain has been frequent, especially in the afternoons. While rain moisturizes the soil, without direct sunlight, it can become too damp, not ideal for plants in polybags. By moving them to a sunny spot, sunlight absorbed moisture from the freshly rained soil, refreshing the plants. This warm light boosted energy and stimulated photosynthesis, fostering better growth.
A few days later...
The picture below I took yesterday shows the polybag soil looking drier and less damp. I was thrilled to see the plants thriving without damage. In the coming days, I plan to set up climbing supports so their leaves can grow well on wooden or bamboo structures I'll provide, making it easier for them to reach sunlight.
I'm excited to share this progress with you. Hope you enjoy it!
