Container Type and Substrate Affect Root Zone Temperature and Growth of ‘Green Giant’ Arborvitae
Root zone temperature (RZT) in nursery containers commonly exceeds ambient temperature during the growing season, negatively impacting crop growth and quality. Black nursery containers absorb radiant heat resulting in excessive RZT, yet other types of containers and different substrates can moderate...
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| Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2020-04-01
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| Series: | Horticulturae |
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| Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2311-7524/6/2/22 |