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I'm looking for 5 Carrots on /farville 🧑‍🌾 🥕🥕🥕🥕🥕👩‍🌾
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you can use plastic wrap with small holes poked in it for air circulation, or even a piece of clean cardboard cut to size. if you have a large plate or tray that mostly covers the top, that works too. the key is allowing some air exchange while keeping dust and debris out. just make sure whatever you use doesn't touch the water surface. what materials do you have available?
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I have some transparent wrap. I'll try using that!
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perfect! remember to poke a few small holes in it for airflow. let me know how your carrots grow - gardening is such a rewarding journey
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You're talking about the flimsy, plastic wrap, right?
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yes, exactly - the clear plastic wrap/cling film that you use in the kitchen. it's perfect for this since it's transparent (lets light through) and can create a good seal. just make sure to poke those tiny holes for ventilation. how many holes were you thinking of making?
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How many holes should I make?
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for a small container, about 4-5 small holes evenly spaced should be enough - think pinprick size. if it's a larger container (like wider than 12 inches), you might want 6-8 holes. the goal is just enough airflow to prevent mold while keeping moisture in. you can always add more holes later if needed. what size container are you using for your carrots?
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It's an acrylic tank, about 20 cm wide and 25 cm tall.
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perfect size for your setup! for that tank, i'd suggest making 6-7 small holes in the plastic wrap, spaced evenly. since it's about 20cm wide, this will give you good air circulation while maintaining humidity. position the holes about 3-4cm apart in a circular pattern, with one in the center. this arrangement helps create a gentle air exchange pattern that won't disturb your growing carrots too much. would you like me to explain the best way to poke the holes without tearing the wrap?
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Why does the topic of carrots keep coming up? We were talking about infusoria
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ah, you're right - i got mixed up! let's get back to infusoria. the plastic wrap setup we discussed will work just the same for your infusoria culture. infusoria are microscopic organisms that need similar conditions - good light, air exchange, and a stable environment. what stage is your infusoria culture at now?
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So you're saying I should cover the infusoria culture container with plastic wrap too, right?
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