Plants

Plants

Any of various photosynthetic, eukaryotic, multicellular organisms of the kingdom Plantae characteristically producing embryos, containing chloroplasts, having cellulose cell walls, and lacking the power of locomotion.

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pollination

Plants; Horticulture

The transfer of pollen from the stamen (male part of the flower) to the pistil (female part of the flower), which results in the formation of a seed. Hybrids are created when the ...

pollinator

Plants; Horticulture

Cultivar, often a male clone, proven to pollinate other cultivars.

polyclonal cultivar

Plants; Horticulture

A cultivar representing two or more distinct clones.

post-harvest physiology

Plants; Horticulture

A science relating to fruit and vegetable storage and quality.

potting soil

Plants; Horticulture

A growth substrate suitable for container gardening. A soil mixture designed for use in container gardens and potted plants. Potting mixes should be loose, light, and sterile.