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By: Ikedi Ani-okoye.

Grass plant

The primary growth in a grass plant grows from a ground hugging point known as the crown. By mowing at a height above the crown you ensure the plants survival. Many times during a spring clean up, the crew will damage the crown causing devastating results if the damage occurs during active growth.

Shoot and roots originate from the crown. The root system is utilized by the plant to hold it in place, as well as being the primary means of acquiring nutrients and water from the soil. By developing leaves and stems above ground the plant takes in sunlight and carbon dioxide in a process known as photosynthesis.

Tomato plant

Most people with vegetable gardens grow tomatoes. They are a hardy plant that will grow without much attention from the gardener. Tomato plants will put off shoots that come up in between the stalk and branches. They are typically called suckers because they do not give your tomato plant anything, they simply take away from it's strength. You will also need to keep your tomato plants upright. Some people use cages to keep their plants off of the ground

Hostas plant

When digging your planting holes allow at least twice the size of the hosta clump you are going to plant. planting hole and lightly fork in. Mound the soil up like a cone shape in the centre of the hole. Now water the plant in with a fine rose watering can always start watering away from the spot you want to water first then move your watering can over the planted hosta this stops the soil getting compacted.

CONCLUSION

Plants add structure, colour and scent to your garden. Even if you don't have a garden, you can add colour to your outside space with containers, window boxes and hanging baskets. Follow our simple step-by-step guides to planting for professional results. Also check out our other resources and search the internet if you need additional planting help.