Seed shortages could imperil home gardens
Gardeners may have hard time finding seeds for cucumbers, carrots, onion
updated 10:21 a.m. PT, Mon., Feb. 1, 2010
DES MOINES, Iowa - Dreaming of biting into a garden-fresh cucumber sandwich this summer? Better order your seeds now.
A poor growing season last year and increased orders from Europe could make it difficult for home gardeners to get seeds for the most popular cucumber variety and some vegetables this spring. Farmers, who usually grow different varieties than home gardeners, aren't likely to be affected.
Seeds for what's known as open-pollinated cucumbers seem to be most scarce, but carrots, snap peas and onions also could be in short supply.
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February 01, 2010
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