Researchers have found that plant root tips commonly converged to a catenary-curved shape because of restrictions imposed by one-directional and localized tissue growth. Plant roots need to be ...

Plant roots need to be able to push through soil without falling apart, and the dome shape may help with this by distributing mechanical force evenly over the surface of the root tip.

A plant's root system is crucial to its overall health. ... These 6 tips are key to the care of plant roots. Dan Gill, The Times-Picayune garden columnist; Aug 4, 2018 Aug 4, 2018; ...

Corn rootworm damage. Root pruning from corn rootworm can cause significant yield loss. Recent research predicts up to 15% yield loss for every node pruned back to 1.5" of the stalk.² ...

Before you give up hope on your precious plants, check out these five tips to save an overwatered plant, and ensure it has a long and healthy life. Just be sure not to make these 7 mistakes that ...