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Many people who are new to organic gardening may not realize that all crops do not grow in all seasons. This is especially true in San Diego, where the year-round mild climate might lead some to speculate that anything can grow throughout the year. However, this is incorrect: there are warm-season and cool-season organic crops, even in San Diego.
It may seem self-evident that warm-season crops thrive in warmer temperatures, while cool-season crops prefer lower temperatures. However, the reason for this difference is not always clear. Why do some crops like the heat and some the cold?
It turns out the major difference between warm- and cool-season crops has to do with water content. Cool-weather crops tend to have larger leaves with lots of water. Because water is shed more easily in hot weather to evaporation, cool-season plants do best in a temperature range of 35 to 75 degrees Fahrenheit. In fact, if these plants are exposed to temperatures much higher than this, they may prematurely put out seeds, a process known as “bolting.” Bolting gives these plants a bitter flavor and inhibits their growth.
On the other hand, warm-season plants, which are often larger and tend to grow on vines or bushes, prefer temperatures of 65 to 90 degrees Fahrenheit. In most cases, these plants need a minimum of six hours of sunlight per day to enjoy good health. For this reason, they tend to thrive in warmer temperatures.
Organic gardening is not as simple as choosing some plants and some pots and putting them on your patio. There are several things you need to consider when choosing organic plants for your yard or garden:
No matter what your planting goals, you can use the help of a professional and experienced landscape company. Juniper Landscape Company offers our clients support and assistance in everything from choosing the right plants to optimal placement to easy maintenance techniques. For more information on how we can help you build the perfect organic garden in your yard, contact us today. We look forward to working with you on the organic landscape you want!
