Landscape, 1997 - present
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Item type: Item , Weed Control Options in Landscape Beds and Groundcovers(University of Hawaii, 2001-02) Deputy, Jay; DeFrank, JoeWeed management in landscapes can be complex. It helps to design and prepare plantings with weed control in mind. Mulches, weed barriers, and herbicide options are discussed.Item type: Item , Watering Trees(University of Hawaii, 1997-09) Meade, Ginny; Hensley, David L.A brief guide to how, how much, how often, and when to apply water to trees in the landscape.Item type: Item , Using Tensiometers for Measuring Soil Water and Scheduling Irrigation(University of Hawaii, 1999-04) Hensley, David; Deputy, JamesUse of tensiometers can provide knowledge about the water-holding characteristics of soil and the water needs of plants.Item type: Item , Using Trees to Save Energy(University of Hawaii, 1998-02) Meade, Ginny; Hensley, David L.Positioning trees for shading and wind control is discussed, 18 suitable types are briefly described, and some unsuitable ones are mentioned. A diagram to aid planning shows seasonal differences in the sun's sunrise and sunset orientation in Hawaii, and its altitude at midday.Item type: Item , Terminal Chlorosis on Landscape Plants(University of Hawaii, 2006-05) Wong, MelvinChlorosis of plant terminals can be caused by insects, diseases, nutrient toxicities, and other causes; seven examples are illustrated with photos.Item type: Item , Staking and Guying Newly Planted Trees(University of Hawaii, 1998-06) Meade, Ginny; Hensley, DavidTypes of staking and proper methods are described.Item type: Item , Selecting a Tree Care Professional(University of Hawaii, 1997-04) Meade, Ginny; Hensley, David L.Suggestions for evaluating tree-care companies are given, with the primary recommendation being that the company have a certified arborist. Anyone can trim trees, but qualified and trained arborists follow a set of professional, legal, and ethical guidelines.Item type: Item , Salt and Wind Tolerance of Landscape Plants for Hawai'i(University of Hawaii, 2009-01) Bezona, Norman; Hensley, David; Yogi, Julie; Tavares, James; Rauch, Fred; Iwata, Ruth; Kellison, Melissa; Wong, Melvin; Clifford, PattiThe salt tolerance of numerous groundcovers, palms, shrubs, trees, vines, and turf species are listed for two zones, where species that are highly or moderately salt tolerant can be used. The weed risk assessment status of each species is given.Item type: Item , Purple Nutsedge Control in Turf and Ornamentals(University of Hawaii, 2008-01) Brosnan, J.T.; DeFrank, J.Purple nutsedge is distinguished from similar plants, and control options including registered herbicides are reviewed.Item type: Item , Pruning Landscape Trees and Shrubs(University of Hawaii, 1998-08) Meade, Ginny; Hensley, David L.Pruning objectives, equipment, and techniques are described for trees and shrubs.Item type: Item , Planting a Tree(University of Hawaii, 1997-12) Meade, Ginny; Hensley, David L.A step-by-step guide to proper techniques for tree planting.Item type: Item , Palms for Hawai'i Landscapes(University of Hawaii, 2006-11) Wong, MelvinPalms for landscapes, street areas, interiors, "tropical" feeling, and food are listed; about 40 species are illustrated.Item type: Item , Mulching for Healthier Landscape Plants(University of Hawaii, 1997-10) Meade, Ginny; Hensley, David L.General use suggestions for mulches in landscapes and mulch material options for Hawaii are given.Item type: Item , Mature-Leaf Chlorosis and Necrosis(University of Hawaii, 2006-05) Wong, MelvinVarious environmental and plant disease conditions that can lead to yellowing and death of older, mature leaves are illustrated.Item type: Item , Guidelines for Professional Turf and Groundcover Management(University of Hawaii, 2000-10) Deputy, JayGeneral guidelines for routine maintenance of landscape turf and groundcovers are discussed.Item type: Item , Green Plants for Hawai'i's Tropical Landscapes(University of Hawaii, 2009-01) Wong, MelvinPlants recommended for Hawaii landscapes to suggest a tropical environment, even when grown in subtropical areas (such as Hawaii) or warm-temperate zones, are listed and illustrated.Item type: Item , General Elements and Principles of Landscape Design(University of Hawaii, 2006-10) Wong, MelvinThe design concepts of order and unity, rhythm and repetition, scale and proportion, and balance and harmony are discussed and illustrated.Item type: Item , Fertilizers for Trees and Shrubs(University of Hawaii, 1998-06) Hensley, David; Meade, GinnyThis is a guide to types of fertilizers and their application to landscape trees and shrubs.Item type: Item , Edible Plants for Hawai'i Landscapes(University of Hawaii, 2006-05) Wong, MelvinPlants with edible fruits or nuts, flowers, foliage, stems, and roots that are suggested for incorporation in landscapes in Hawaii are discussed and listed, and about 35 are illustrated with photographs.Item type: Item , Color Basics for Landscapes(University of Hawaii, 2006-11) Wong, MelvinThis is a brief primer on color theory and the psychological impacts that plants of different colors can have in a landscape.