HO-115: Ecosystem Services of Landscape Plants: A Guide for Green Industry Professionals

Dewayne Ingram, Josh Knight | November 4, 2019 (Minor Revision)

This publication is meant to assist green industry professionals in marketing and customer education efforts as they explore marketing their products and services to improve green infrastructure. Consumers are placing increasing value on and acknowledging the critical role that landscape plants play in the urban environment, from reducing urban heat islands to improving the aesthetic experience (i.e. curb appeal) we derive from the landscape of an individual home.

HO-121: Ecosystem Services of Landscape Plants: A Guide for Consumers and Communities

Dewayne Ingram, Josh Knight | November 4, 2019 (Minor Revision)

This publication is intended to assist consumers and community groups in learning about the value of landscape plants. Landscape plants play an important role in the urban environment, from reducing urban heat islands to improving the aesthetic experience (i.e. curb appeal) we derive from the landscape of an individual home. Further, there is a growing body of scientific literature evaluating the critical role of trees in landscaping within urban and suburban environments like residential neighborhoods, commercial/industrial areas, and associated green infrastructure like park systems and green belts. One useful tool for articulating the functions landscape plants perform for us is the concept of ecosystem services.

HO-111: Understanding Irrigation Water Test Results and Their Implications on Nursery and Greenhouse Crop Management

Dewayne Ingram | October 24, 2019 (Reviewed)

The purpose of this fact sheet is to discuss irrigation water quality factors and to present general guidelines for optimal ranges for measured factors in a University of Kentucky water analysis for nursery and greenhouse crop production.

HO-82: Rootstocks for Kentucky Fruit Trees

Daniel Becker, John Strang, Dwight Wolfe, Shawn Wright | October 15, 2019 (Major Revision)

Most fruit trees that can be grown in Kentucky do not come true from seed. For example, a tree grown from a Golden Delicious apple seed will produce an apple tree, but the fruit will have different characteristics than Golden Delicious in color, taste, and shape. This is why fruit trees are reproduced by asexual propagation, such as budding and grafting.

NEP-220: Growing Your Own Vegetables: Green Beans

Rick Durham, Jann Knappage, Rachel Rudolph, Katie Shoultz | August 27, 2019 (New)

Green beans are easy to grow and fairly quick to produce when picked while still green or immature. They are even more nutritious when allowed to slightly mature to produce "shelly" beans. Pole beans in the garden are often popular with children since the bean vines on their supports create great hiding places.

NEP-219: Growing Your Own Vegetables: Preparing Your Garden

Rick Durham, Jann Knappage, Rachel Rudolph, Katie Shoultz | August 27, 2019 (New)

This publication provides easy to follow advice on how to start and maintain your garden. For specific fruit and vegetable guides, refer to the NEP "Grow your own" series.

NEP-221: Growing Your Own Vegetables: Peppers

Rick Durham, Jann Knappage, Rachel Rudolph, Katie Shoultz | August 27, 2019 (New)

Peppers are generally easy to grow and provide good summer crops that you can eat raw or cooked to add flavor to many foods. There are many different types of peppers, which are set apart by their shape or spiciness (heat), and most will grow well in Kentucky. Many heirloom, or vintage, varieties exist as well.

HO-117: Guide to Landscape Appraisal of Tree Species in Kentucky Landscapes

Bill Fountain | August 26, 2019 (New)

This publication is intended to aid professionals in determining the value of species in Kentucky (the Commonwealth). This valuation method is not appropriate for valuation of shrubs, forest trees, pasture trees, trees being used for income (i.e. orchards, nursery production, Christmas tree production, etc.). It is solely for trees that are an integral part of a formal, managed landscape.

ID-253: Species Failure Profile for Trees Common to the Ohio River Valley

Julie Beale, Bill Fountain | August 23, 2019 (New)

Tree failures, especially in urban and recreational areas can result in harm to human life and property. While this is rare, it is important to recognize that the environmental and sociological benefits provided by trees significantly outweighs the limited risks presented by trees. This is especially true when defects and species profiles that increase the potential for failure can be observed or detected. Many of these defects are associated with certain species. This is referred to as the species failure profile.

PPFS-FR-T-26: Cultural Calendar for Commercial Peach Production

Ric Bessin, Kimberly Leonberger, Matthew Springer, John Strang, Nicole Gauthier, Shawn Wright | August 1, 2019 (New)

Integrated pest management (IPM) includes the combination of biological, cultural, physical, and chemical tools in efforts to manage diseases and pests while minimizing risks associated with pesticides. Cultural practices are an integral part of an IPM program and should be incorporated into all commercial systems whether large or small, conventional or organic. This publication provides recommended practices at approximate growth stages and/or production periods. However, these timelines are approximate and may require adjustment for particular conditions. Growers who encounter situations that may not align with suggestions here should contact their county Extension office for assistance. Extension offices can also provide updated pest management recommendations. This cultural guide serves as a supplement to published spray guides and scouting guides.