Author Question: Why is the length of your local frost-free growing period important information to know in regard to ... (Read 210 times)

beccaep · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

Why is the length of your local frost-free growing period important information to know in regard to growing cool-season vegetables?

What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

What is the advantage of using plastic mulch in a vegetable garden in a cool climate?

What will be an ideal response?

guyanai · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

To know which cultivars to select to make sure the vegetables will be able to mature in the frost-free growing period of your area.

Answer to Question 2

The heat builds up under the plastic and warms the soil, which speeds up the growth of the plants.