If you’ve ever wondered what the difference is between a determinate and indeterminate plant such as a tomato, wonder no more. A handy new glossary of garden terms has been compiled by Park Seed and the National Gardening Bureau.
By the way, an indeterminate tomato keeps growing and producing fruits until the plant is killed by frost; a determinate one sets all its fruits at one time. That’s an important consideration when planning your garden.
Here are a few more. Go to the National Gardening Bureau link for the complete list.
Deciduous
A plant that loses its leaves seasonally, usually in the fall.
Rootstock
Root system of a more common or hardy variety that is used to graft a more desirable variety onto, usually roses and/or standard forms.
Treated Seed
Seed that have been treated with an insecticide or fungicide to aid in preventing soil insects or disease from destroying the seed prior to germination.
