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Propagation: Leggy Tomato and Chili Pepper Seedlings, 1 by MaryMcP

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Subject: Leggy Tomato and Chili Pepper Seedlings

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MaryMcP wrote:
According to my research, these seedlings are leggy because of either too little light or too much heat. In my case, I suspect it may be both. These little guys popped up before I had the flourescent light set up and I had placed an isulation mat under the heat mat. So I replaced the foam insulated mat with a bath towel and [finally] got DH to help me suspend the flourescent light from the ceiling. It has 4 - 48" tubes, 2 blue light and 2 red light, alternated and is placed just a few inches from the tops of these very leggy seedlings.

My question: Is there anything I could or should do about it? Or just leave 'em alone? Here's a couple of pics.