planting

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They’ve terraformed the desert terrain by planting trees, building houses, and even constructing a Walmart and an airport.

From MarketWatch • May 23, 2026

But in the case of the power line planting, temperature and rainfall data failed to fully explain why so many of the seedlings didn’t establish, Polyakov said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

His comments come as nations around the world scramble to secure fertiliser supplies ahead of spring planting, with the closure of the Strait of Hormuz severely disrupting shipments.

From BBC • May 12, 2026

In recent years, the group—now more than 30 people—has begun planting corn, beans and potatoes during the rainy season.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 9, 2026

Then he clomps down the ramp, planting his feet with such force the boards bounce beneath him.

From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen