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Quick Reference |
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| Optimum Soil Temperature | |
| Days to Germination | |
| Days to Harvest | |
| Direct Sow or Transplant | |
| Distance Apart | |
| Soil pH | |
| Annual/Biennial /Perennial | |
History |
Growing |
| Storing harvested [name]:Seed Saving: |
Maintenance |
| Feeding: |
Fun Facts |
Problems |
| Seedlings Burn – hot sunny weather. Sprinkle seedlings with water to keep moistForked or Misshapen Roots – stones, clods etc. Delayed thinning. Thin to 2-3cm apart when 5cm high. Ensure soil does not have stones etc.
Excess Nitrogen – excessive leaf growth, small roots Green Top (Crown) – sunlight on exposed crown. Mound soil to ensure crown is covered. Roots Cracked or Split – Caused by the inside growing faster than the outside. Over fertilised. Heavy rain followed by a dry spell. Bolting/Running to Seed – Snap in cold weather. Place a cloche over vegetables. Poor Germination – Seed is short lived. Use fresh seed |
Pests |
| Aphids – leaves are stunted and deformed with clusters of insects. Keep well watered in dry weather. |
Companion Planting |
| Chives, Coriander, Corn, Dill, Lettuce, Marjoram, Onions, Peas, Radish, Sage, Tomato
NEVER Carrots, Celery |
