Fennel/Finocchio
Fennels prefers temperate climates. They
do not do well
under intense cold during the growing season.
Long photo
periods or high temperatures may cause the plant to flower
prematurely producing inferior quality fruit.
Rapini/Cima di Rapa
Varieties of rapini are distinguished by their vegetative
cycle. Maturities range from 40-90 days after sowing.
Rapini prefer temperate to cool temperatures and are
susceptible to bolting in hot weather. They are best
planted
in late summer for a fall crop.
Spinach/Spinacio
Spinach
prefers cooler temperatures and therefore is
best sown in spring (April or early
May), and late
summer (late August). Spinach can withstand temperatures
several degrees below freezing.
Swiss Chard/Bieta
Melons prefer temperate-hot climates and warm, sandy
loam that is low in
acidity.
Soil temperature is critical to germination and should be
in the range of
72-78°F for a duration of 5-10 days.
Seeds should be sown indoors in peat pots from April-May
and transplanted when weather conditions permit.
Row covers or "Hot Tents" can be used in short season areas.
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