Hort. Science (Below Ground)

Full shade means sunlight NEVER reaches the location.

Roots stop growing when the leaves stop growing.

These exposed roots are problematic to the health of the tree.

Evergreens are dormant in the Fall.

How many growing seasons should a newly planted tree be staked?

What's the ideal % of organic matter in soil?

Which nutrient best encourages plants to bloom and roots to grow?

Roots are the most cold hardy part of the plant.

What element can be added to soil to affect bloom color?

Select the soil with the highest porosity.

Why do roots need oxygen in the soil?

Root hairs help hold the plant in the soil AND are responsible for a majority of water absorption.

Mycorrhizae play important roles in plant nutrition, soil biology, and soil chemistry.