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- From: "Doreen Howard" <gardendiva@charter.net>
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- Subject: [gwl-g] Perennial Planting Depth Matters
- Date: Tue, 5 Apr 2005 15:18:21 -0500
This is from the April 5 GMPRO ezine.
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Planting depth impacts perennial performance
Researchers at Cornell Univ. found that planting depth is a major factor in the performance of bare-root perennials. Planting bare-root crowns at or slightly above the soil surface results in much better growth and performance compared to when crowns are planted below the soil surface. Those planted more deeply typically grow much more slowly and with less vigor. Cornell professor Bill Miller recommends that growers review planting practices with employees to ensure crowns are planted properly. A printable, pictorial guide for several bare-root crowns and examples of proper planting depth is available online at the university's FlowerBulb Research Program Web site.
- [gwl-g] Perennial Planting Depth Matters, Doreen Howard, 04/05/2005
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