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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.Suggested Citation
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.Go back