S3E6 Segment Gardeners questions answered from 4-6-19 - The Wisconsin Vegetable Gardener radio show

Replay of segment 4 of The Wisconsin Vegetable Gardener Radio Show from 4-6-19
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Q: When is a good start time for planting Peas,

A: Since peas are a cool weather crop, they can withstand some cold temperatures. The ideal temperature for growing peas is between 55 to 70 degrees F. However, the germinating seeds can withstand temperatures down to 28 degrees F, but seedlings and plants cannot tolerate cold temperatures down to 19 degrees F. and below.

Q Can I put a raised bed with liner on my rock patio?

Q: have red potatoes that have spudded and I've been saving to plant. When can i plant them? Zone five. I see i have onions growing that were left from last year growing already outside. J.w if it was safe to throw the tatters in? Please and thank you zone 5

Q Will white butterfly affect radishes? Ive heard yes and no. Im trying to decide if i need to cover them or not.

A: no that will not as they will take 30 days to grow they will be fine

Q.what should soil temp be to direct sow cucumbers?
OR can i direct sow colder and put a heat row cover over them?

A: direct sow when soil is not colder the 65 F You can plant under a cover low tunnel but before you plant you want the soil to be at least 65F before planting. If you plant before 60F the plants will not do well and be studded

Q: Can I grow a zucchini plant in a 12 inch pot?

Q:Last season I planted tomato plants in 15 and 20 gallon grow bags. They did extremely well. I used a mixture of 60% compost (Purple Cow) and 40% potting soil (Miracle Grow). My questions:
What do you recommend to rejuvenate the medium in the bags? Replace all of the soil with new compost and potting soil? If not, what amount/percentage should be replaced?
And...if you recommend replacing just part of the soil....what method should I use? Skim off the top of each bag or dump the bags out....mix in the new...and refill?

A:You can take off the top 25% of potting soil and then add compost. You dont have to mix it up. Then, at the time of planting, fertilize as you normally do.

Q:Hi...if a runner has daughter plants with established roots could you cut the cord and plant it..or does it still have to be attached to the mother plant?thanks...also what do you cover your strawberry patch with to protect in in winter? Thanks

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