Hardening Off
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<plantfyi-glossary slug="hardening-off"></plantfyi-glossary>Definition
The process of gradually acclimatizing seedlings or cuttings grown in controlled indoor conditions to outdoor conditions before transplanting. Over 7–14 days, plants are progressively exposed to more outdoor light, wind, and temperature extremes to reduce transplant shock.
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