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Effect of Trans-Resveratrol on Shelf-Life and Bioactive Compounds in Satsuma Mandarin
(2009-02-23)
Satsuma mandarin (Citrus unshiu Marc.) is an important citrus commodity grown in the Gulf Coast area of Alabama. Mandarins are regarded as a valued part of a nutritious diet and health benefits are attributed to vitamin ...
Effects of Colored Plastic Film on Several Field Grown and Greenhouse Grown Cut Flower Species
(2008-09-09)
The affects of colored plastic film or paints on morphological features of several cut flower species were tested either in the greenhouse or in the field. A Chapter II experiment was performed in a greenhouse using plywood ...
Various Weed Control Techniques in Container Nursery Production
(2008-09-09)
Studies were conducted evaluating selected herbicides during propagation of Loropetalum chinense ‘Ruby’ to determine effects on rooting and subsequent plant growth. Herbicides evaluated were: Gallery, Ronstar, and Regal ...
Effects of ChromatiNet on Cut Snapdragons and Selected Bedding and Vegetable Crops
(2008-09-09)
The purpose of these studies was to evaluate the application of ChromatiNet as a growth modifying photoselective filter. The first study investigated three cultivars of snapdragon (Antirrhinum majus) as cut flowers in a ...
Cyclanilide Promotes Branching of Woody Ornamentals
(2008-09-09)
Woody ornamental shrub production often requires multiple prunings to promote branching and compaction. Pruning, a labor-intensive practice that results in a loss of plant biomass, often lengthens production time but is ...
Combinations of Selected Sulfonylurea Herbicides with S-Metolachlor for Nutsedge Control in Tomatoes
(2008-09-09)
In 2005 and 2006 field studies were conducted at Auburn University’s E.V. Smith Research Station, Chilton County Research and Extension Center, and Wiregrass Research and Extension Center to evaluate combinations of selected ...
The Role of Plant Water Deficits on Cold Tolerance during Cold Acclimation of a Cold Tolerant (Poncirus trifoliata) and Cold Sensitive (Citrus unshiu) Species
(2008-09-09)
Citrus unshiu (Satsuma mandarin) is considered one of the most cold hardy commercial Citrus species; whereas, Poncirus trifoliata (Trifoliate orange), a close relative of Citrus sp., is capable of surviving freezes to ...
Ice Formation and the Affects of Cold Acclimation on Cold Hardiness in a Subtropical Fruit Species
(2008-09-09)
Fruit production in the southeastern United States is highly vulnerable to freezes. Understanding the mechanism of damage in various fruit crops leads to methods for mitigation of damage through direct protection, cultural ...
Above-grade improves post-transplant root and shoot growth and physiology of native shrubs
(2008-09-09)
Morella cerifera (L.) Small (syn. Myrica cerifera L.) (wax myrtle)[11.3 L (3 gal)], Illicium floridanum Ellis (Florida anise tree)[11.3 L (3 gal)], and Kalmia latifolia L. (mountain laurel) [19 L (5 gal)] plants were planted ...
The Effect of Irrigation Frequency on Growth and Physiology of Native Landscape Shrub Species
(2008-09-09)
Studies were conducted utilizing the Horhizotron™ to evaluate horizontal root growth of Morella cerifera (L.) Small (syn. Myrica cerifera) (wax myrtle) and Illicium floridanum Ellis (Florida anise tree) when portions of ...