Gardening: Cool and Warm Season Crops

The video tutorial provides guidance on planting seeds, focusing on distinguishing between warm and cool season crops. It explains how to identify crop types based on the plant parts harvested and offers planting guidelines for each season. The tutorial also covers the importance of soil temperature for warm season crops and the benefits of transplanting certain crops like tomatoes and peppers. Viewers are encouraged to check seed packets for specific planting instructions and are directed to additional resources for further information.

Which part of the plant is typically harvested from warm season crops?

• Flowers

• Roots

• Fruits

• Leaves

Which of the following is a cool season crop despite being a fruit?

• Pumpkins

• Tomatoes

• Green peas

• Sweet potatoes

When is the best time to plant cool season crops?

• Early spring

• Mid-winter

• Late summer

• Late fall

Which cool season crops are best started as transplants?

• Radishes and beets

• Broccoli and cauliflower

• Sweet corn and okra

• Lettuce and kale

What soil temperature is recommended before planting warm season crops?

• 50 degrees Fahrenheit

• 70 degrees Fahrenheit

• 60 degrees Fahrenheit

• 40 degrees Fahrenheit

Which of the following warm season crops can be directly sown into the garden?

• Cabbage

• Tomatoes

• Peppers

• Okra

Why are transplants recommended for tomatoes and peppers?

• They grow faster

• They need more time to establish

• They are more resistant to pests

• They require less water

When should you start seeds for warm season transplants at home?

• In early January

• In late March

• In mid-February

• In early April

What should you check to determine the best planting method for a seed?

• The weight of the seed

• The back of the seed packet

• The size of the seed

• The color of the seed

Where can you find more gardening tips and videos?

• Oklahoma gardening YouTube channel

• Local library

• Gardening magazines

• Community bulletin board