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