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We've talked about transplanting fall crops in the late summer heat, but what about sowing those seeds directly into the garden? Soil temperature is a real concern here, so today we'll spend a few minutes reviewing the optimal germination temperature for direct-sown fall garden crops and a few tricks for reducing the soil temperature more quickly.
Resources:
Taylor Precision Products Standard Grade Thermometer
Soil Temperature and Seed Germination (psu.edu)
Ep. 142 - Planting by Soil Temperature vs Air Temperature: When's the best time to plant?
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