Quote Originally Posted by stinkyattic
"Stem gets thinner"? Man, you've got a fungus problem. That is the classic symptom of damping-off. Does the stem also darken, starting at the soil line?

I have tried two totally different soils with the same results, so I don't think it's a fungus.

As for airconditiong, it's central air, not a window box.
asintx Reviewed by asintx on . Help a discouraged newbie please! Hi, I am having trouble getting beyond the seedling stage and am very frustrated. The Grow Lounge suggested I post my specs here and try to get some help in what I may be doing wrong. Basically, I can germinate and get the seeds to come up, they get a little leggy, then they stop doing anything and die off over a few days. I am dong something very wrong, but I donā??t know what. Your opinions would be greatly appreciated. Hereā??s what I have: Germinated in paper towels, planted Rating: 5