☀️ Summer’s almost here, and not all crops love the heat. Are yours ready for it? 🥬🌡️
As temperatures rise, crops like lettuce, broccoli, cauliflower, and cabbage begin to feel the stress. These vegetables are entering a challenging stage, and growers need to act early to protect yield and quality.
Here are a few key reminders for the months ahead:
💧 Irrigation is everything. Lettuce and brassicas like broccoli and cauliflower are shallow-rooted and highly sensitive to water fluctuations. Maintain consistent soil moisture, especially during heatwaves.
🌿 Protect your seedlings from transplant shock. Summer transplants are vulnerable. Use trays that support strong root systems so your plants can withstand heat stress from day one.
📉 Watch for bolting. Lettuce, in particular, tends to bolt quickly under heat stress. Prioritize early sowing and avoid overcrowding to reduce risk.
🌱 How can DTS help? Our Double Tray System is designed to promote healthy, well-formed roots with better moisture retention—giving your plants the support they need to handle summer stress.
Whether you’re growing in high tunnels, open fields, or protected structures, starting with a strong root system gives your crops the best chance to thrive, even in the toughest months.
