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 ...

The worst time to water outdoor plants is in the afternoon when the sun causes water to evaporate quickly. Avoid watering outdoor plants in freezing weather as water can freeze around the roots and ...

Plants may have no muscles, but they can grow upwards against the strain of gravity and their roots can even shift soil and rocks – because their cells can absorb water to form strong structures. Now ...