S&S Horticulture

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Across
  1. 3. A species that has naturally formed a unique characteristic.
  2. 6. Varieties that complete their life cycle in one year or less, requiring sowing every year. Annual flower varieties often bloom profusely and over a long period of time.
  3. 8. When an annual plant sends up a flower stalk and sets seed.
  4. 10. The tiniest particles found in soil that hold both nutrients and moisture.
  5. 11. A system of classifying plants according to the minimum winter temperature they can tolerate
  6. 13. A volcanic mineral that has exceptional water and air holding capacity, which helps to prevent soil from becoming compacted or drying out.
  7. 14. Varieties that live for two or more years.
Down
  1. 1. Fertile, well-drained soil with an ideal balance.
  2. 2. Loosening of soil to allow more air and improve drainage.
  3. 4. A plant variety produced through selective breeding techniques.
  4. 5. Organic matter often made from decomposed/broken down plant material.
  5. 7. Intermediate soil particle, that retains moisture and nutrients effectively while draining freely.
  6. 9. Varieties that complete their life cycle in two years.
  7. 12. The largest particles found in soil which drains readily, but nutrients are easily leached away.