planting
UK: ˈplɑːntɪŋ | US: ˈplæntɪŋ
n. the act of placing seeds or plants in the ground to grow
vt. the present participle of "plant," meaning to place (seeds or plants) in the ground for growth
The word "planting" derives from the Old English "plantian," meaning "to plant," which itself comes from the Latin "plantare" (to fix in place, plant). The root "plant" originally referred to the sole of the foot (from Latin "planta"), metaphorically extending to the idea of "fixing firmly" (as a foot stands on the ground). The suffix "-ing" marks it as a present participle or gerund, indicating the ongoing action of placing plants or seeds.
Spring is the best season for planting flowers.
The farmers are busy planting crops in the field.
She enjoys planting herbs in her kitchen garden.
Proper planting techniques ensure healthy tree growth.
The community organized a tree-planting event last weekend.