wheat
Triticum aestivum
History
Wheat is one of the first crops cultivated by man and was the trigger that turned man from nomads to the settlers we are now. Resposible for the rise of civilizaton wheats has remained in the tops 3 producing crops worldwide for millenia. Triticum aestivum is the most popular as they reponsible for 95% of wheat production used in baking and cooking across the globe. The other 5% is the durum wheat which is turned in to pasta.
Growing conditions
Sunlight
Needs atleast 6 hours of direct sunlight
Temperature Range
60F-80F
Soil Conditions
Loamy soil.
Water
1 to 1.5 inches of water per day.
Nutrients
10-10-5
pH
5.5-7.0
Plant care
Sowing Seeds
spead the seed across the surface and add and inch of soil over it. Cover with straw to help retain moisture.
Germination
seeds can 3 to 10 days for germination. keep soil moist during this time.
Pruning
Not required
Harvest
Cut back the stocks when the seeds are bulk of the grain has becomes golden brown then cut the stock back to the ground. allow the stocks time to dry before thresh the stalks to seperate the seeds husks.
Growing Tips
Planting in row rather then speading can help control weeds and water management.
Garden plotter quick facts
Spacing
10" to 16"
Water needs
Low
Sunlight
Full Sun
Root vegetable that grows best in loose, sandy soil.
