Preventing Bolting in Vegetables: Keep Your Plants Producing 🥬
Bolting occurs when plants prematurely produce flowers and seeds. Here’s how to prevent it:
1. Proper Timing: Plant cool-season crops early or late to avoid heat.
2. Consistent Watering: Keep soil consistently moist.
3. Mulching: Mulch to regulate soil temperature.
4. Shade: Provide shade during hot weather to keep plants cool.
5. Plant Selection: Choose bolt-resistant varieties.
Tips:
- Regularly monitor weather conditions and adjust planting schedules accordingly.
- Harvest leafy greens early to prevent bolting.
- Use row covers to protect plants from extreme temperatures.
