When planting seeds, _____.
A) use wet soil
B) press soil down on the seeds
C) firm soil around the seeds with a rake
D) cover with coarse soil
Question 2
The soil needs to be prepared for planting seeds because the seeds need _____ for germination.
A) good contact with the soil
B) open air spaces for germination
C) coarse soil
D) soft seedbed
Question 3
The frost-free date in the spring in any locality is about the same time that the _____ tree has leaves out about 1 inch.
A) cherry blossom
B) oak
C) maple
D) American dogwood
Question 4
An example of short-lived seeds that do not germinate well after 1 or 2 years are ____.
A) corn
B) carrot
C) cucumber
D) eggplant
Question 5
Late growth crops include corn, beans, and tomatoes.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false