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RESEARCH LITERATURE

The Research Literature database was created and funded by the Florida Wildflower Foundation. Use the search features below to find scientific articles on native wildflowers that are commercially available or used in restoration projects.

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New introduction of drought tolerant plant materials for parking lots and highway medians

Author(s): M. L. Robinson, U. E. Schultz

Year: 1995

Journal: Proceedings of the Florida State Horticultural Society
Journal Link: http://www.fcla.edu/fshs/
Volume: 107
Pages: 194-196

Article Topic(s): Establishment methods
Research Setting(s): Road, Urban

Species Referenced: Asclepias tuberosa (Butterflyweed), Gaillardia pulchella (Indian blanket), Helianthus debilis (Cucumberleaf sunflower), Mimosa strigillosa (Powderpuff), Muhlenbergia capillaris (Gulf muhly), Sophora tomentosa var. truncata (Yellow necklacepod), Tripsacum floridanum (Florida gamagrass),

Abstract

Tests the performance of a number of Florida native and non-native plants planted in parking lots with no irrigation. Several species have potential to be successfully established in this harsh environment while conserving water.

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M. L. Robinson, and U. E. Schultz. "New introduction of drought tolerant plant materials for parking lots and highway medians." Proceedings of the Florida State Horticultural Society 107 (1995): 194-196.

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ISSN: 0886-7283
Last Updated: 2015-02-26
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