Across
- 3. The process used to eliminate bacteria and other microorganisms from the planting medium.
- 5. Onion is an example of this type of natural vegetative propagation method.
- 7. The process whereby the seedbed is covered with a thin layer of cut grass or a sheet of plastic is called ____.
- 11. This type of sterilization involves the use of a watering can to apply the substance used to kill bacteria and microorganisms from the soil.
- 12. The new plant that is produced from a seed is called ____.
- 13. The process of increasing the number of plants from the parent stock.
- 14. The process of acclimatizing seedlings to natural conditions is called ____.
- 16. The new plant produced from vegetative part of the parent stock is called _____.
Down
- 1. The standard size of this planting method is 35cm by 25cm by 7cm. What method is it?
- 2. a place where young crops are produced.
- 3. It involves the bringing of both the male and female to produce seeds.
- 4. The process whereby weaker plants are removed, thus increasing the survival of stronger ones.
- 6. Banana is an example of this natural vegetative propagation method.
- 8. The process where a shoot/branch from a plant with desired qualities are inserted into another plant
- 9. This type of sterilization involves the use of a perforated tin.
- 10. This artificial propagation method involves the application of rooting hormones.
- 15. Ginger and turmeric are examples of crops produced by this type of natural vegetative propagation method.
