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Watermelon Root Development Affected by Direct Seeding and Transplanting1

Year: 1973

Type: article

Abstract: A dominant tap root was apparent in nearly all direct-seeded watermelon plants, Citrullus lanatus (Thunb.) Mansf., but was lacking in those that had been transplanted. Transplants were characterized by a shallow, extensive root system and superior yield in contrast to direct-seeded plants.

Source: HortScience

DOI: 10.21273/hortsci.8.2.134b

Author: G. W. Elmstrom

Institution: University of Florida

Language: English

Topic: Plant Disease Management Techniques

Subfield: Plant Science

Field: Agricultural and Biological Sciences

Domain: Life Sciences

SDG: Zero hunger

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $3,000