Moss saves seedlings!
Article Abstract:
Research at the University of California-Davis indicates that covering seedling flats with a layer of sphagnum moss can significantly improve germination and survival rates. Sphagnum moss contains a natural antibiotic toxic to harmful fungi.
Publisher: Rodale, Inc.
Publication Name: Organic Gardening
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 0897-3792
Year: 1995
Research, Protection and preservation, Seedlings, Peat mosses, Sphagnum
Publication Name: Organic Gardening
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 0897-3792
Year: 1995
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Coaxing corn & tomatoes out of a two-month season
Article Abstract:
High altitude gardening can be difficult, but gardeners in Rawlins, WY, are still able to raise cucumbers, melon and more during a short period of time. Garden site and vegetable variety is important, as is compost and protection from cold.
Publisher: Rodale, Inc.
Publication Name: Organic Gardening
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 0897-3792
Year: 1993
Gardening
Publication Name: Organic Gardening
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 0897-3792
Year: 1993
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Subjects list: Methods, Organic gardening
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