Root cells are in contact with water and minerals in the soil.
Water and minerals enter the cells of the root surface due to difference in concentration. As a result, these cells become turgid.
This is called root pressure.
Under the effect of this pressure, water and minerals reach the xylem of the roots and to reduce this difference in concentration, they are continuously pushed forward.
As a result of this continuous movement, a water column is formed, which is continuously pushed ahead.
This pressure, is sufficient to lift the water up in shrubs, small plants and small trees.