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vHAUNG6011

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on: Jul 22, 2018
Which plant will require watering sooner, one in a potting medium composed mainly of organic matter or one in a medium with a high proportion of coarse aggregate?
 
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What is a likely consequence of allowing a plant to remain with the saucer in drainage water?
 
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leahchrapun

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Reply #1 on: Jul 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

One that is planted in a medium with large proportion of coarse aggregate because the water-holding capacity is less

Answer to Question 2

The water will be reabsorbed into the medium and keep it too wet. This can cause root rot.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 22, 2018
Excellent

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