This book explores the part of farming and gardening that we can't easily see -- the root system. Roots Demystified offers simple solutions for growing healthy roots, and thereby healthier plants. This book explores the subterranean part of the garden, revealing how roots really grow while dispelling myths that influence where many gardeners apply water, mulch, and compost. The book includes 25 drawings revealing the beauty contained in the patterns and habits of root growth.