Gibberellins, a group of plant hormones, have a significant impact on plant development and growth habits, particularly in relation to bolting and rosette growth. Bolting refers to the elongation of the stem, floral development, and subsequent flowering in certain plant species, while rosette growth refers to the formation of a compact, low-growing arrangement of leaves. Gibberellins play a crucial role in promoting bolting by stimulating the elongation of the stem and the differentiation of floral buds. They also inhibit rosette growth by promoting stem elongation and thus reducing the formation of compact leaf arrangements. Additionally, gibberellins can affect the timing of bolting and rosette development, leading to variations in growth habits among different plant species and environmental conditions. Overall, gibberellins act as key regulators in determining whether a plant adopts a bolting or rosette growth habit.
