How to Delay Vegetable Crops from Bolting

Reader Contribution by Pam Dawling
Published on March 26, 2021
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Bolting lettuce

What Causes Bolting?

Bolting is the name for plants making flowers and seeds. When a plant starts to bolt, it is usually a sign to expect a poor harvest, and a decline in flavor. You can eat bolting plants, but they become too tough and woody at some point.

Factors that can Trigger Bolting

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