Podcast - Protecting Plants In The Heat of Summer

Source: http://smalltownhomestead.com/85 The Modern Homesteading Podcast, Episode 85 - May 25, 2018 - Protecting Plants In The Heat of Summer Question For Today's Podcast Episode: Randy Asks - What are some strategies for protecting veggie plants in heat of summer? We have a lot of 95+ degree days here and it would be nice to hear some new strategies of keeping plants shaded/cooler to improve production. I Discuss: What problems can occur from heat stressed plants - withering from excessive sun and lack of water, lack of production due to blooms falling off, bolting; plant is in survival mode. Heat tolerant varieties Shading Cover crops Mulch Other ground cover methods Alternatives to traditional growing in harsh climates - hydroponics, auquaponics and wicking beds.