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Will freezing grass seed before planting cause it to germinate quicker?
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∙ 15y ago
yes it will!!!! dont freeze if, place it in 4 degrees for a few days. its better for it. btw- there are many seeds which require ths treatment but others which are harmed by it, always check before you do it.
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What is the difference between sleet rain and freezing rain?
Freezing rain occurs when the layer of freezing air is so thin that the raindrops do not have enough time to freeze before reaching the ground. ... Sleet is simply frozen raindrops and occurs when the layer of freezing air along the surface is thicker. This causes the raindrops to freeze before reaching the ground.
What does a farmer do before planting to ensure that plant grows well?
farmers identify the first the ph level of the soil before they plant to ensure that plants grows well
How long can a seed remain inactive in the soil?
depends on the specie, some seeds have to germinate within a few weeks or months or they will die; others can remain dormant for up to 20 years before conditions can be right and they will germinate. there was a instance a while back where a 2000 year old date seed that was found in an archaeological site was successfully germinated
What happens when rain lands on surfaces that are at or below the freezing temperature.?
The water freezes before it can run off causing an ice coating.
How do the melting point and the freezing point of a substance compare?
Both indicate the temperature at which the solid and liquid states of a substance are in equilibrium.
Should you germinate pepper seed before planting?
If you are in a region that has the frost-free day late in the spring your peppers will get a head start if you start them indoors early and transplant them after it is safe from frost.
What seeds are hurt by frost?
Seeds of warm-season plants like tomatoes, peppers, and squash are typically hurt by frost. These seeds require warm soil temperatures to germinate and establish properly, so exposure to freezing temperatures can damage or kill them. It is recommended to start these seeds indoors or wait until after the risk of frost has passed in your region before planting them outside.
What is an example of germinate in a sentence?
The plant had to germinate before I could take cuttings from it.
Do frozen seeds sprout and why?
Seeds will not sprout when frozen, but some seeds require a period of freezing before they will germinate. This is because in the wild the seed will becovered by snow or ice during the winter.
What must you do before planting a garden?
what are the six important questions to answer before planting in the garden
How do you store courgette seeds?
Place into a dry paper bag then place inside a plastic bag and put into the fridge till needed. Take out of the fridge about 2 to 3 days before planting. Seeds should germinate in around a week.
How does softening of the seed coats before planting affect the growth rate?
Softening of seed coats helps the seed germinate. After soaking the seed in hot water (do not boil), for 5-6 hours the coat will soft. Plant immediately after taking the seed out of the water.
Why is plants prepared before planting?
because if you didn't plow the land before planting, the seeds will die because of lack of nutrients.And if you didn't harrow the land before planting, there would be many weeds that will get more nutrients of the soil.
What are three of the special requirements that some seeds may have before they germinate?
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What will happen to seeds before it become a plants?
it will germinate. Type your answer here...
Which must be present before seed will germinate?
The right answer is "water"
Will the freezing a seed before planting be harmful?
depends on the seed. some seeds actually like being in the fridge for a bit before germinating but i forgot the name of the phenomena most seeds should be stored in cool dry conditions. 16 degrees celcius with a dehumidifier
