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How can stratification be replicated?
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-zip-lock baggie
-add vermiculite or sand with seeds -add water and drain off excess -put in fridge for 1-3 months *depends on where plant is native |
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What are some cool-season crops?
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-radishes
-lettuce -spinach beets -carrots -onions -cole crops -peas -snapdragons and pansies |
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When can cool-season crops germinate?
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-can tolerate freezing conditions
-come from temperate climats -germinate if soil is 40-55 degrees F |
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What do warm-season crops germinate?
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-over 60 degrees F
-killed by freezing temperatures |
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What are some warm-season crops?
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-tomatoes
-eggplants -peppers -vine crops -sweet corn -morigolds -zinnias |
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What are some options for protecting plants from bad weather?
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-Row covers of plastic
-wall of water plastic |
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How should seeds be planted?
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-2-3x their diameter in depth
-it's better to plant too shallow rather than deep -keep evenly moist *seeds can be placed on top of soil and coverd with horticultural grade sand |
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Which seeds require more light?
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-small seeds, plant more shallow
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What are the techniques for transplanting?
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-prick-out seedlings
-handle by cotyledons -put in pre-made hole -fill in around seedling and firm the medium -water |
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What is the frost-free date?
In Burlington for spring and fall? |
-the approximate time of year when no more frosts should occur during growing period
-can be found with Master Gardener Program, Weather station, or College/University in your area -May 8th for spring, Oct 3rd for fall |
