Direct Sowing Seeds in Late Summer Heat - Focal Point Friday

Just Grow Something | The "Why" Behind the "How" of Gardening

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?