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What kind of root does lettuce have?
Lettuce has a fairly long tap root for a reasonably low growing plant. This is because it requires planty moisture to remain turgid.
What is the one main root that a plant sends particularly deep?
A tap root - a straight tapering root growing downwards forming the centre from which small roots grow
How do you get rid of a buddleia growing in a wall?
My neighbour has recommended drilling a hole and inserting a product called "Deep Root". I have the same problem and it is ruining my wall!!!!!
What are the characteristic of gymnosperms?
Every gymnosperm produces naked seeds. In addition, many gymnosperms have needle-like or scale-like leaves, and deep-growing root systems.
What type of root system does rubber tree have?
As far as I have researched and have been told by an arborist (as I have one in my backyard), the root system is as deep as about half the height of the tree. The Rubber Tree is also considered to have an extremely invasive root system. It is not recommended that it be grown near buildings or walkways.
How does the type of soil particles affect the type of plant growing in it?
For example, hard-packed soil will prevent potatoes from growing large, due to compression. Sandy soil will not allow a root system to support tomatoes or corn.
What is it called when a root system has one deep root?
Tuber
What is a group of cell that protect the growing tip of a root?
Root cap.
How deep should topsoil be for a vegetable garden?
Minimum 8 inches, ideally 12 inches, so they can establish a good root system. If you are growing root vegetables, I would start with 12 inches of loose soil.
Why would grasses need deep root system?
because without deep root systems they wont be able to servive in the cold
Whbat is the function of the root cap?
The function of the root cap is to protect and cover the growing tip of the root.
What is a buttress-root?
A buttress-root is a root growing from the above-ground stem or trunk, providing support.
