Tap root came out during germination — did I kill it?

If the taproot snapped off completely, the seed is probably done. If it just got exposed or slightly damaged, plant it immediately — taproot facing down, 1/2 inch deep. Handle seeds with tweezers, never bare fingers. The taproot is extremely fragile.

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Experienced2mo ago

Good question — I struggled with this too at first. The advice above is solid.

Experienced2mo ago

Went through this exact scenario. Fixed it by adjusting watering schedule and it bounced back in 3 days.

Experienced2mo ago

Bookmarking this for reference. Super helpful for beginners.

Experienced1mo ago

Also check your pH! So many problems trace back to incorrect pH.