This article throws light upon the ten main physical properties of soil that influence plant growth. The physical properties are: 1. Soil Texture 2. Soil Structure 3. Soil Density 4. Soil Porosity 5. Soil Consistency 6. Soil Compaction, Compression and Soil Crusting 7. Soil Water 8. Soil Air 9. Soil Temperature 10. Soil Colour. Physical Property # 1. Soil Texture: [...]
After reading this article you will learn about the effect of physical properties of soil on plant growth. The environment is a complex of so many factors, all interacting with each other, that it is impossible to isolate any one factor that does not influence another. For the study of environmental effects, however, this complex is usually sub-divided into clearly [...]
This article throws light upon the five ways for improving the physical properties of soil. The ways are: 1. Management Options 2. Improving Soil Physical Environment by Use of Manures and Fertilizers 3. Improving Soil Physical Environment through Optimal Use of Tillage Practices 4. Improving Soil Physical Environment through Mulching Practices 5. Water Condensation at Night. Way # 1. Management [...]