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All plants have a "Mature" height. This is the maximum height a plant will reach under ideal growing conditions. A plant will grow tall if it is looking for light, unfortunately this is not desirable as the plant will eventually outgrow itself and become too weak to support itself. To make a plant grow to its maximum height, a good growing medium is essential. Different plants need different mixtures, for ex. a succulent, like a cactus, or aloe vera, need loomy soil which has a lot of sand in it. For most ornamental type plants, a good " Container Mix" is recommended. This consists of peat moss, compost, top soil, and is rich in nutrients. For outdoor plants I will dig a hole twice the size of the root ball, or the plants pot size and backfill (filling the hole until it is the size of the plant's pot) with a good container mix (you can make your own with the above-mentioned components). I will then mix the right amount (according to manufacturer's directions) Osmocote into this soil. Osmocote is a good time-release, pelletized fertilizer. Daily watering is also essential, provided it isn't raining too much where you are. If you want tall plants, then you need to buy tall plants. When buying shrubs and outdoor ornamentals, this info is on the plant's tag.
DO NOT PLANT YOUR PLANTS CLOSER THAN IS RECOMMENDED ON THE TAG People often to this to "Fill in" an area. A lot of so-called professionals will do this also. After a couple of years, you will have a big mess on your hands. Be patient and plant according to the supplier's tag. Even if you plant is only 10" wide, and 12" high, it will reach its "mature" size which could be 10 feet wide x 12 feet tall in 4 -10 years depending on the plant. I would recommend you purchase a good gardener's book. Buy one that is sturdy as you will take it outside with you as I have with mine. Reader's Digest makes a good one.
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Would a plant grow taller with milk or water?
Milk makes it grow faster I did the science project
Which kind of vitamin makes a plant grow taller?
Auxins make the plant grow through cell expansion and cytokinins make the plant grow through cell division.
What is growth that makes stems grow taller or roots grow longer called?
The first part of a plant to grow is the root. The mesocotyle of the seed can be differentiated into epicotyle and hypocotyle.
Why do plants grow taller in the dark?
plants grow taller in the dark because plant will grow until they find light, but will eventually die.
Does classical music help a plant grow taller?
I thought the same thing and i did the experiment and the music that actually helps a plant grow taller is Pop music the more pop music that you have the better for the plant.
Ways to get children to grow taller?
drink milk it makes your bones stronger and makes you taller or eat yogurt
Do bread make you grow taller?
No it makes you a fat
Why is it nice to watch a plant grow?
It is nice because the corn flowers and fruits and grows taller and taller
What would cause a plant to grow taller in the dark?
Trying to grow to reach a light source
What would make a plant grow taller?
something ---- Dirt and Water
What are 3 examples of a scientific hypothesis?
1) If we give plant A more fertilizer than plant B then plant A will grow faster than plant B.2) If we give plant A acid while we give plant B water then plant be will grow to be taller than plant A.3) If we put plant A on the windowsill and put plant B in the closet then plant A will grow taller than plant B.
What makes forest trees taller than city trees?
Forest trees are taller because there is more space for them to grow. Forest trees are taller because there is more space for them to grow.
