Gardening Glossary
Definitions for gardening terms that start withX
- xanthophyll
The chemical that causes yellow coloring. Almost all plants contain xanthophyll but typically the xanthophyll is covered up by more intense chlorophyll.
- xeriscape / xeriscaping
Using drought tolerant and low water plants to create a landscape that needs very little water. This type of garden design is commonly used in areas that have little rainfall as a way to reduce stress on the local ecosystem.
- xeriscaping
A method of landscaping that aims to use spare amounts of water while still being please in the eye.
- xylem
The vascular system of the plant that transports water through the plant.
- xylem
The vascular system of a tree. This layer and the cells in this layer transport water and nutrients to the different parts of the tree.
