Will pine straw prevent weeds? The question seemed straightforward, and my immediate answer was yes, of course. The woman asking the question furrowed her brow. “Pine straw doesn’t stop that prickly ...

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.

Roots are one of the most vital parts of a plant’s system. They are what anchors the entire plant to the earth, bad roots equal a bad plant. Without roots a plant cannot support itself. Without roots ...