Fertilization of plants should strive to promote rapid and lush growth in order to ensure their survival because the plants will make most efficient use of the reduced water supply.

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Rapid and lush growth from over-fertilization can actually increase a plant's water needs, making it less efficient in using a reduced water supply and potentially stressing the plant in water-limited conditions.

Fertilization of Plants Should Strive to Promote Rapid and Lush