Welcome
The objective of this web site is to provide you with information and assistance for evaluation of substrates and irrigation systems used in container plant nurseries. Evaluations include characterization of substrate physical properties and determination of irrigation delivery system uniformities.
How to use this site
This site is divided into three main sections: Substrate, Irrigation, and Container Plant Water Needs. To move between sections, use the top navigation bar.
Once inside each section, you will be offered a context menu on the left hand bar. The page you are currently on will be highlighted.
In addition, you will have breadcrumbs available at the top of the page to guide you in your visit to our site.
All of the links in the "Links" box at the bottom of the screen will open in new windows. Close the new window to return to this site.
The bottom navigation bar offers links to test your knowledge of the site's content. In addition, you will find an acknowledgements page, a glossary link and a search feature.
Throughout the site, you will find hyperlinked words that can be clicked to access the glossary and view definitions.

