LO 8.2 - Collection Flashcards
- Collect seed as directed - Explain methods of collection for common seed – Beech, oak, chestnut, hawthorn, ash, birch, sycamore
Question
What are the 5 different seed types?
Seed Collection
Seed Types
* Nuts - SCARIFICATION (sand paper)
* Wing Seed - BROAD CAST (no need to remove wing) DIVIDE UP WING for machine sowing
* Berries - Maceration
* Pod - Dry to OPEN POD AND COLLECT SEED
* Dust - When you see the catkins developing you could put a bag on the end of a branch.
Seed Collection
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What is Scarification?
Seed Collection
Scarification - Nuts
* Scarification involves weakening, opening, or otherwise altering the coat of a seed to encourage germination. Scarification is often done mechanically, thermally, and chemically.
Seed Collection
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What is Maceration?
Seed Collection
Maceration - Berries
* Maceration refers to the release of constituents from the pomace (seeds, skins and pulp) following crushing.
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