Biochar or Biochar-Compost Amendment to a Peat-Based Substrate Improves Growth of <i>Syngonium podophyllum</i>

Increasing demand for sustainable and low-cost alternatives to peat is a challenge in the production of container-grown plants. Biochar (BC) and compost, as eco-friendly materials, could be used to completely or partially substitute for peat. However, information regarding plant responses to the sub...

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Main Authors: Faisal Zulfiqar, Adnan Younis, Jianjun Chen
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2019-08-01
Series:Agronomy
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2073-4395/9/8/460