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Water-Wise Landscaping: Practical Turfgrass Areas, Kelly Kopp, Paul Johnson
Water-Wise Landscaping: Practical Turfgrass Areas, Kelly Kopp, Paul Johnson
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Of the seven guiding principles of water-wise landscaping (a.k.a. Xeriscaping™), the most controversial involves the use of turfgrass in the landscape. At times it has seemed that water-wise landscaping might not allow for the use of turfgrasses at all.
Using Mulches In Utah Landscapes And Gardens, Rich Koenig, Kitt Farrell-Poe Phd, Bruce Miller
Using Mulches In Utah Landscapes And Gardens, Rich Koenig, Kitt Farrell-Poe Phd, Bruce Miller
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This publication discusses the use of mulches in Utah landscapes including benefits and application information.
Planting Landscape Trees, Michael R. Kuhns, Margaret Shao
Planting Landscape Trees, Michael R. Kuhns, Margaret Shao
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Trees and shrubs are valuable additions to most property, providing beauty, wind protection, shade, wildlife habitat, visual screening, and other benefi ts. Unfortunately, many landscape trees are not properly planted or cared-for.
Prince's Plume In The Landscape, Heidi Kratsch, Graham Hunter
Prince's Plume In The Landscape, Heidi Kratsch, Graham Hunter
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Curl-Leaf Mountain Mahogany In The Landscape, Heidi Kratsch, Graham Hunter
Curl-Leaf Mountain Mahogany In The Landscape, Heidi Kratsch, Graham Hunter
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Water Wise Plants For Utah Landscapes, Wade Bitner, Rick Heflebower, Larry Sagers
Water Wise Plants For Utah Landscapes, Wade Bitner, Rick Heflebower, Larry Sagers
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In order to better market the water wise plants available in many Utah nurseries and garden centers, and to assist consumers in identifying these plants, a program to recognize desirable low water use species has been developed.
Efficient Irrigation Of Trees And Shrubs, Teresa A. Cerny, Michael R. Kuhns, Kelly L. Kopp, Mike Johnson
Efficient Irrigation Of Trees And Shrubs, Teresa A. Cerny, Michael R. Kuhns, Kelly L. Kopp, Mike Johnson
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In Utah, urban landscape irrigation accounts for 50-75% of the annual municipal water use, and much of it is applied in excess of the plant’s needs. This excess is a tremendous resource waste and the overspray causes substantial damage to hardscape (i.e., decks, patios, fountains, decorative concrete, etc.). Scheduling irrigation according to landscape plant water needs can reduce excess water use. In addition to conserving water, proper irrigation can encourage deeper root growth and healthier, more drought tolerant landscapes.
Landscaping: Exterior Design Revamp Time, Dennis Hinkamp
Landscaping: Exterior Design Revamp Time, Dennis Hinkamp
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Turfgrass Weed Control, Usu Extension
Turfgrass Weed Control, Usu Extension
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Weeds in the lawn are one of the more noticeable pests of the landscape. They not only detract from the aesthetic value of the home, but also waste water and fertilizer, harbor insects, and reduce the overall health of the lawn. There are a number of cultural and mechanical practices to reduce weed populations. In severe and difficult cases, herbicides can be used to control some weeds.
Landscape And Garden Weed Control, Steven Dewey, Dan Drost, Larry Rupp, Larry Sagers
Landscape And Garden Weed Control, Steven Dewey, Dan Drost, Larry Rupp, Larry Sagers
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Weeds around the home are a general or injury. Often a veterinarian is needed to nuisance, mar the natural beauty of a landscape, remove the seeds. and decrease the value or marketability of Weeds cost Utah farmers millions of dollars residential properties. Weeds ruin lawns, each year in damage to both crops and livestock. gardens, and flowerbeds. Some weeds even grow The consumer pays more for food because of through blacktop. Weeds may cause hayfever, be these losses. a fire hazard, and harbor insects or diseases. Much of the damage caused by weeds They cause flat tires, puncture bare feet, …
Water-Wise Landscaping, Terry Keane
Water-Wise Landscaping, Terry Keane
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Land use, like a pendulum, has swung from sparse land settlements of Native Americans, with a reverence for nature, to sprawling developments of western settlers. The settlers’ intent was to “tame” the harsh western elements. The result was the introduction of soggy green English landscapes to the West