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Thermotolerance of Hemlock (Tsuga spp.) and Investigation of a Foliar Disorder in Crapemyrtle (Lagerstroemia indica ×fauriei)
(2010-07-19)
Foliar thermotolerance of six Tsuga species to direct heat injury was evaluated using electrolyte leakage. Species evaluated included: T. canadensis, T. caroliniana, T. chinensis, T. diversifolia, T. heterophylla, and T. ...
Effects of Pythium and Cold Storage on the Survival of Southern Pine Seedlings
(2010-07-19)
Cold storing bareroot loblolly pine (Pinus spp.) seedlings for > 1 week after lifting from October to mid-December has been associated with poor outplanting survival compared to when seedlings are lifted and stored in ...
Seed Germination and Growth Requirements of Selected Wildflower Species
(2010-01-08)
The effect of imbibition, funcigidal pre-treatments, and stratification time length on seed germination of Rudbeckia fulgida Aiton (orange coneflower), Penstemon laevigatus Aiton (eastern smooth beardtongue), and Lobelia ...
The Effects of Colored Mulch and ChromatiNet® on Select Cut Flower and Vegetable Production in a High Tunnel Production System
(2010-01-06)
The objective of these studies was to determine the effects of colored plastic mulch on the quality of select cut flowers in a high tunnel production system. In the first study, snapdragons (Antirhinum majus) were evaluated ...
The Occurrence of Xylella fastidiosa and Its Sharpshooter Vectors in Selected Alabama Orchards and Vineyards
(2010-05-19)
Although the bacterium Xylella fastidiosa (Xf) has been confirmed to cause economic losses to numerous fruit crop species in the southeastern U.S. since 1933, no science-based information is available on the occurrence of ...
Evaluation of WholeTree as an Alternative Substrate Component in Production of Greenhouse Grown Annuals
(2010-04-13)
The physical properties and growth of greenhouse annuals in chipped pine log (CPL) and WholeTree (WT) alternative substrate components were evaluated. Both wood-fiber alternatives have been reported as suitable for the ...
Cooperative Extension and Propagation for Caño Negro, Costa Rica
(2010-12-10)
A research relationship was established with colleagues in Costa Rica. These included not only members of academia but also non-profit organization workers, government officials, community members, and private research ...
Nutrient Uptake and Plant Selection in Southeastern Rain Gardens
(2010-08-13)
A bioretention rain garden is an innovative stormwater management practice that integrates stormwater infiltration and storage to improve the quality of runoff. Part1. Two bioretention rain garden designs constructed at ...
Effects of Color Plastic Mulches and Row Cover on the Yield and Quality of Sweet Potato [Ipomea batatas cv. ‘Beauregard’]
(2010-08-27)
Sweet potato [Ipomea batatas ‘Beauregard’] was grown on an Orangeburg sandy loam soil in Shorter AL. Sweet potato slips were planted in single rows. The experiment consisted of twelve experimental treatments as follows: ...
State Survey of White-Tailed Deer (Odocoileus virginianus Zimmerman) Impacts on Residential Landscapes and the Green Industry of Alabama and an Evaluation of Commercial Deer Repellents
(2010-07-29)
Four studies, funded by Mississippi State University, were done to determine white-tailed deer (Odocoileus virginianus Zimmerman) damage to ornamental plants and their impact on homeowners, as well as the nursery and ...