Soybean germination begins with the seed imbibing (absorbing) approximately 50% of its weight in water followed by the development of the radicle (primary root) and emergence of the cotyledons (seed leaves). Planting into a moist seedbed with good seed-to-soil contact is important for optimal germination.
Directions to Trailhead. The Sendero Esperanza Trailhead is located approximately 6 miles from the Red Hills Visitor Center, 1.5 miles east of the intersection of Hohokam Road and Golden Gate Road. From Tucson, take Speedway Blvd west (it will become West Gates Pass Road) and continue west to Kinney Road.
The Esperanza Fire started on Oct. 26, 2006, in Cabazon, Calif., about two hours north of San Diego. Driven by Santa Ana winds, it burned 41,000 acres and destroyed 34 homes. An investigation later determined that the fire was set by an arsonist, and in 2009 Raymond Lee Oyler was sentenced to death for the crime.