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Measuring Soil Temperature for Garden Timing

Soil temperature cues pre-emergent herbicide application, bulb planting, and more. Use a soil thermometer or a standard outdoor thermometer inserted 2″ deep. Easier: check the UGA Environmental Monitoring network's weather stations statewide.

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