Pot binding as a variable confounding plant phenotype: theoretical derivation and experimental observations.

Theoretical derivation predicted growth retardation due to pot water limitations, i.e., pot binding.

Limited transpiration under high vapor pressure deficits of creeping bentgrass by application of Daconil-Action.

First observation that chemical spray can induce limited-transpiration rate under high vapor pressure deficit. It appears that acibenzolar may be key in inducing this water conservation trait. Irrigation and water use have become major issues in management of turfgrasses.