http://hdl.handle.net/10125/7613 Thu, 23 May 2013 19:49:03 GMT 2013-05-23T19:49:03Z http://hdl.handle.net/10125/16474 This brief publication provides an introduction to its subject for Hawaii gardeners and farmers. Tables list plants, both legumes and nonlegumes, suitable for the various purposes described. Sat, 01 Aug 1987 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/10125/16474 1987-08-01T00:00:00Z McCall, Wade W http://hdl.handle.net/10125/15082 This briefly describes hydroponic cultivation methods, including plants that can be grown and formulas for nutrient solutions. Mon, 01 Nov 1982 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/10125/15082 1982-11-01T00:00:00Z Leonhardt, Kenneth W; McCall, Wade W http://hdl.handle.net/10125/10727 Green manure and cover crops are grown to supply additional organic matter and to protect the soil from erosion. Legumes are often preferred for the nitrogen they provide. This is a brief, general guide to using these crops in home gardening. Sat, 01 Aug 1987 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/10125/10727 1987-08-01T00:00:00Z McCall, Wade W http://hdl.handle.net/10125/10726 Hawaii is at the northern edge of the tropics, where the prevailing winds are the northeasterly trades. These winds are generally 8 to 20 miles per hour, but gusts up to 40 miles per hour or more may occur. These trade winds blow for 300 days or more each year. During the absence of the trade winds, it is possible to have "kona" winds from an opposite or variable direction. This brief publication summarizes types of windbreaks for protecting garden plants. Sat, 01 Nov 1986 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/10125/10726 1986-11-01T00:00:00Z McCall, Wade W http://hdl.handle.net/10125/9149 Water is essential for plant growth. It supplies the hydrogen and oxygen needed for carbohydrate formation in the plant. It also moves mineral nutrients from the soil into the plant and then to the part of the plant where they are needed. Water is necessary for the transpiration process, which cools the plant. In addition, water maintains the turgidity of the plant and prevents drought stress. Garden plants grow vigorously only when their roots are supplied with adequate moisture. Although roots should be kept moist, the soil around them should not be too wet, because too much water excludes oxygen that is vital for the proper growth and function of the roots. Sun, 01 Jun 1986 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/10125/9149 1986-06-01T00:00:00Z McCall, Wade W http://hdl.handle.net/10125/9145 This brief article provides general fertilizer recommendations for banana, papaya, and some woody tree fruits. Sat, 01 Nov 1986 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/10125/9145 1986-11-01T00:00:00Z McCall, Wade W; Chia, C L http://hdl.handle.net/10125/9141 Roses need an adequate supply of plant nutrients to produce good growth and beautiful flowers. In addition to the foliage and flowers, other benefits result from a suitable fertilizer program. A vigorous healthy rose can better withstand attacks by diseases and insects than those struggling for survival. They can also better withstand wind damage and adverse weather conditions. Sun, 01 Jun 1980 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/10125/9141 1980-06-01T00:00:00Z McCall, Wade W http://hdl.handle.net/10125/8078 Salinity is a problem in some areas of Hawaii. Salinity is often induced in soils by the application of fertilizer, manures and other materials containing soluble salts. It is important to know plant tolerance to salts in order to choose those plants best adapted to the conditions found in your soils or to adapt soil management practices that will promote suitable conditions for growing plants. Sun, 01 Jun 1980 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/10125/8078 1980-06-01T00:00:00Z McCall, Wade W http://hdl.handle.net/10125/8077 Salinity is the presence of soluble salts in the soil. Soluble salts may be detrimental by increasing the salt concentration of the soil solution. High concentration of salts in the soil solution directly reduce plant growth. Sun, 01 Jun 1980 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/10125/8077 1980-06-01T00:00:00Z McCall, Wade W http://hdl.handle.net/10125/8076 Soils should be in good condition, both physically and chemically, to provide for optimum growth of plants. Many soils are unsuited for this purpose and need amending to improve these properties. Soil amendments are the materials added to the soil for the purpose of making soils better suited for plant growth. Sun, 01 Jun 1980 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/10125/8076 1980-06-01T00:00:00Z McCall, Wade W http://hdl.handle.net/10125/8075 Starter solutions are dilute solutions of fertilizer applied to plants at time of transplanting. They are utilized to give higher survival rate and earlier renewed growth of these plants. Sun, 01 Jun 1980 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/10125/8075 1980-06-01T00:00:00Z McCall, Wade W http://hdl.handle.net/10125/8074 Fertilizer materials presented in a table giving percentages and relative availability of major plant nutrients (nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, and other elements). Sun, 01 Jun 1980 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/10125/8074 1980-06-01T00:00:00Z McCall, Wade W http://hdl.handle.net/10125/8050 Soils should be in good condition, both physically and chemically, to provide for good growth of plants. Many soils are unsuited for this purpose and should be amended to improve these properties. Soil amendments are the materials added to the soil for the purpose of improving their physical and chemical properties to make them more suitable for plant production. Sun, 01 Jun 1980 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/10125/8050 1980-06-01T00:00:00Z McCall, Wade W http://hdl.handle.net/10125/8048 An "ideal" soil for house plants is one that has adequate and lasting fertility, has good structure so that air and water penetrate readily, retains moisture, is free of weed seeds, insects and disease organisms, and has suitable pH for optimum growth of the plant to be grown. Sun, 01 Jun 1980 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/10125/8048 1980-06-01T00:00:00Z McCall, Wade W http://hdl.handle.net/10125/8046 Organic fertilizer materials presented in a table giving percentages and relative availability of major plant nutrients (nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, calcium and magnesium). Sun, 01 Jun 1980 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/10125/8046 1980-06-01T00:00:00Z McCall, Wade W http://hdl.handle.net/10125/8045 Fertilizer materials presented in a table giving percentages and relative availability of plant micronutrients. Sun, 01 Jun 1980 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/10125/8045 1980-06-01T00:00:00Z McCall, Wade W http://hdl.handle.net/10125/8042 Fertilizers are materials added to the soil for the purpose of supplying the needed plant nutrients. Fertilizer materials are those used to supply nutrients in manufactured or mixed fertilizers or for direct application to the soil. Sun, 01 Jun 1980 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/10125/8042 1980-06-01T00:00:00Z McCall, Wade W http://hdl.handle.net/10125/8040 Wherever animals are raised, manure accumulates. This becomes a surprising amount of material that must be disposed of each year. This manure contains primary (major) nutrients, secondary (minor) nutrients, and micronutrients (trace elements) for plants; organic matter; and water. In addition, it may contain disease organisms and be a source of flies and noxious odors. Where large numbers of animals are housed, disposal of their manure becomes a major problem, especially since quality of the environment is so important to each of us. Sun, 01 Jun 1980 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/10125/8040 1980-06-01T00:00:00Z McCall, Wade W http://hdl.handle.net/10125/8038 Plants require support, nutrients, and moisture from the media in which they are grown. The cheapest medium for plants is soil. However, many soils are not ideal for growing plants and require adjusting to provide "ideal" conditions. Sun, 01 Jun 1980 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/10125/8038 1980-06-01T00:00:00Z McCall, Wade W http://hdl.handle.net/10125/8036 Sewage sludge is the solid material removed from sewage during the sewage treatment process. It contains plant nutrients, organic matter, and microorganisms and, when properly used, is a satisfactory fertilizer material. Sun, 01 Jun 1980 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/10125/8036 1980-06-01T00:00:00Z McCall, Wade W