What collapses the root system?
For the most part, poor root development is related to the presence of pathogens attacking the root system. Soil porosity, which is the amount of air the soil contains, is also related to root health. With more air in the soil the roots can breathe better, this lessens the chance for fungi to grow. That is where the term an open and well-drained potting mix comes from. Soil chemistry can also affect root development, but generally the modern potting soils are balanced in their acidity and nutrient content. How Can I Maintain Healthy Roots? The amount of water and fertilizer is directly related to maintaining healthy roots. First, watering plants when they are thirsty is not much different than drinking water when we are thirsty, of course we have to be able to understand the plant’s signs of thirst. For most container plants, we recommend that you water when visual surface dryness appears. As simple as it sounds, watching how the soil changes color is an indicator of visual surface dry
