Dakota Gardener: Credit to plant roots

Plant roots are responsible for anchoring the plant in the ground and collecting water and nutrients for plant processes.

By Carrie Knutson, horticulture agent, NDSU Extension – Grand Forks County ment. Plant roots are not selfish. They help the environment by preventing soil erosion.

After a productive year, my garden is finally at rest. When I clean out my garden, I usually cut my plants off at th…