Gardeners often are told that after planting or transplanting, they should water frequently until the plant is “established.” But what does that mean, exactly? “It’s all about the roots,” said Sharon ...

Root system architecture (RSA) encompasses the three‐dimensional configuration of a plant’s root network, which plays a critical role in water and nutrient uptake, anchorage and overall plant fitness.

Discover how Mark from Self Sufficient Me uses the Thirsty Earth Olla watering system in his raised garden beds to achieve ...

Many gardeners focus on how much they water their plants, but experts point out that how consistently watering happens can be ...

Proper irrigation is very important for plant health. Too much or too little can both be damaging to plants.

Plants have colonised the vast majority of the Earth’s surface. So what is the key to their success? People often think of plants as simple, senseless life forms. They may live rooted in one place, ...