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Old 15-08-2012, 07:08 PM posted to rec.gardens
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Default What does "bolt" mean?

On 08/14/2012 01:06 PM, John McGaw wrote:
On 8/14/2012 3:11 PM, Todd wrote:
Hi All,

When I hear that a plat will "bolt" from the
hot weather, what does "bolt" mean?

Any way to prevent it?

Many thanks,
-T


Bolt: to produce flowers or seeds prematurely. As for prevention, I've
never found a way beyond normal plant care and a massive dose of luck.
It appears that when my plants are under stress they are motivated to
reproduce before they die.


Great explanation. Thank you