The components of soilless growing media and potting mixes used in horticulture are
primarily selected based on their physical and chemical characteristics and, in particular …

The selection of adequate substrate for soilless culture is based on technical and economic
considerations. Therefore, the search for alternatives by the valorization of natural by …

This chapter covers the most representative and most widely applied media out of the
numerous existing substrates. In this chapter substrates are grouped into two categories of …

Perlite substrate and nutrient solution were studied for growing carrot [Daucus carota L. cv.
Dr. Carotene 5] hydroponically. Three independent studies were conducted to determine the …

Analyzing differences in tolerance to drought in Quercus spp., and the characterization of
these responses at the species and individual population level, are imperative for the …

Roses are increasingly being grown in soilless systems to increase productivity and reduce
the challenges associated with soil-based cultivation. This study investigates the effects of …

Salix koriyanagi is an endemic species with high conservation priority in Korea because of
its isolated distribution. We evaluated the effects of plant growth regulators (PGRs), including …

The growth of Spathiphyllum wallisii Regel plants was evaluated using different pot mixtures
(v: v). Plant growth was measured by 11 parameters: leaf area, leaf number, mean shoot …

Rooting medium is any type of substrate that encourages root growth. This substrate
normally comprises of different organic component and minerals. The best type of rooting …

Corylus avellana L. is a species highly susceptible to water stresses caused by vapor
pressure deficit and high temperature. Under such conditions, transpiration is strongly …