Annual Bedding Plant Terms

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Across
  1. 2. molded plastic containers divided into separate growing compartments used for bedding plants
  2. 4. hanging baskets that contain plants that are propagated from seed
  3. 7. the process of moving plants from one container to another of from container to the ground
  4. 8. the percentage of seeds capable of germinating
  5. 10. planting of seeds
  6. 12. herbaceous plants that grow from seed to flower in one season before dying
  7. 13. the difference between the day and night time temperatures
  8. 15. the process in which soluble salts are washed through the media
  9. 16. refers to the development of lateral branches that contribute to a bushy appearance
Down
  1. 1. small plants grown in a small amount of media in divided trays
  2. 3. hanging baskets that contain plants that are propagated by cuttings
  3. 5. grown to saleable size
  4. 6. the practice of fertilizing while irrigating
  5. 9. term for soil or media
  6. 10. refers to the time the plant maintains its health while on display for sale
  7. 11. a term used to describe procedures used to prepare plants for a post-production environment
  8. 14. the ability of seeds to germinate under optimum conditions