Book 29, Question 90
How does wind affect garden plants?
Wind dries out leaves and soil, so plants lose water faster.
Strong gusts can snap stems, knock over tall plants, and damage flowers. Gentle breezes make stems sturdier and help pollen move. Gardeners protect plants with windbreaks such as fences or hedges, and use stakes. Planting tall crops on the side from which wind comes, or in blocks, can help.
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Quick answers
How does wind affect garden plants?
Plants with dense canopies often grown as a tall thick hedge or grouping can block wind and shelter gardens, buildings and people.
Place small fences, tires, shade cloth, snow fencing, or other objects around plants to break the wind.
Sources: Royal Horticultural Society, Oregon State University
More fun facts
- Row covers and other types of plant protectors can help plants get off to a good start in the garden by reducing damage from wind and temperature fluctuations.
Sources: University of Minnesota