Growth, especially of plants; the process of growing or maturing (used for plants and sometimes children).
この苗木はよく日が当たる場所で生長が早い。
This sapling grows faster in a sunny spot.
適切な水や肥料で植物の生長を促す。
Appropriate water and fertilizer promote plant growth.
子供の生長を記録するために写真を撮った。
I took photos to record the child's growth.