Impervious Surface Thresholds and the Pace to Plant Technique for Planting Urban Red Maple Trees by Adam G. Dale, Steven D. Frank, Elsa Youngsteadt, Barbara Fair, Julieta Sherk, Michael Just

“… A foundation of integrated pest management (IPM) in urban landscapes is to put the right plant in the right place. …”
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Checklist of New, Improved and Underutilized Trees for North and Central Florida by Gary W. Knox

“…Knox, shares with homeowners and green industry professionals some plants worthy of attention for inclusion in Florida landscapes. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Environmental Horticulture, April 2007. …”
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Biology and Management of Garden Spurge (Euphorbia hirta) in Ornamental Crop Production by Thomas Smith, Chris Marble, Shawn Steed, Nathan Boyd

“… Garden spurge is a prostrate (low-growing), herbaceous, short-lived, warm-season annual weed commonly found growing in Florida landscapes, container nurseries, and other agricultural production areas. …”
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'Captiva' St. Augustinegrass by Laurie E. Trenholm, Kevin Kenworthy

“…Trenholm and Kevin Kenworthy, introduces this new dwarf cultivar characterized by dark green, short, narrow leaf blades and improved tolerance to southern chinch bugs and plant hoppers, that is now available for use in landscapes. Published by the UF Department of Environmental Horticulture, December 2009.   …”
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A Manual for the Design and Implementation of Teaching and Demonstration Gardens by Gail Hansen

“… Teaching and demonstration gardens are places where the public can learn about different types of gardens and landscapes. This 10-page fact sheet discusses the various types of gardens, how to plan and develop a demonstration garden, logistical and design considerations, and educational programming. …”
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Short tandem repeats delineate gene bodies across eukaryotes by William B. Reinar, Anders K. Krabberød, Vilde O. Lalun, Melinka A. Butenko, Kjetill S. Jakobsen

“…Within genomes, variation in gene-proximal repetitiveness landscapes correlated to the function of genes; genes with housekeeping functions were depleted in upstream and downstream repetitiveness. …”
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Influence of habitats on fish assemblages in tropical marine coastal areas of the Southwestern Atlantic by Márcio J. C. A. Lima Júnior, José A. C. C. Nunes, Cláudio L. S. Sampaio

“…Abstract In the Southwestern Atlantic, estuarine and marine habitats connect to form biodiverse coastal landscapes. However, the structuring relationships of the assemblages in these landscapes are not yet fully understood. …”
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Nutrient Deficiency Symptoms of Woody Ornamental Plants in South Florida by Timothy K. Broschat

“…Broschat, describes and illustrates typical symptoms for common nutrient deficiencies in trees and shrubs grown in south Florida landscapes. Published by the UF Department of Environmental Horticulture, March 2008. …”
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Pre- and Postemergence Herbicides for Use Around Palms and Cycads by Robert H. Stamps, Jeffrey G. Norcini, Timothy K. Broschat, Charles W. Meister

“…Meister, lists herbicides for use in nurseries to reduce weed management costs in nurseries and maintenance costs in landscapes. Includes a table of tolerant palms and cycads for pre-emergent and post-emergent herbicides. …”
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Bromeliads at a Glance by Sydney Park Brown

“…ENH-1071, a 2-page illustrated fact sheet by Sydney Park Brown, provides basic information on these fascinating easy-to-grow, low-maintenance epiphytic plants that can be enjoyed indoors, outdoors in containers, or in the southern Florida landscapes, including blooming and propagation and pests. …”
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Safer Tractor Operations for Emergency and Rescue Personnel by Carol J. Lehtola, Dave Hill, Charles M. Brown

“… This publication is intended to give emergency and resuce workers some background in the appropriate uses of tractors, a common vehicle in many contexts, especially agriculture, construction, and landscaping/grounds maintenance. This document is CIR 1253, one of a series of the Agricultural and Biological Engineering Department, Florida Cooperative Extension Service, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, University of Florida. …”
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Clover Mite Bryobia praetiosa Koch by Celina Gomez, Russell F. Mizell, III

“…It describes this plant-feeding mite found in landscapes that can invade homes in large numbers after heavy rains, excessive heat, or changes in the season. …”
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Soils & Fertilizers for Master Gardeners: Urban Soils and their Management Issues by Amy L. Shober, Gurpal S. Toor

“…It describes the characteristics of urban soils and the associated management issues, specifically for soils in residential landscapes. Includes references. Published by the UF Soil and Water Science Department, January 2009. …”
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Forest Management in the Interface: Reducing Fire Risk by Bruce Hull, Sarah F. Ashton, Rien M. Visser, Martha C. Monroe

“…Monroe, describes qualities of fire-wise communities, structures, and landscapes in proximity with fire-dependent ecosystems, and techniques for fuel reduction. …”
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Biology and Management of Common Chickweed (Stellaria media) in Ornamental Crop Production by Yuvraj Christopher Khamare, Chris Marble, Nathan Boyd, Shawn Steed

“… Chickweed is a common cool-season annual weed in Florida landscapes, container nurseries, home gardens, and other agricultural production systems. …”
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Carnivore activity across landuse gradients in a Mexican biosphere reserve by Germar González, Siria Gámez, Nyeema C. Harris

“…Our findings contribute to assessing PA efficacy and understanding carnivore activity in multiple-use landscapes where anthropogenic pressures are ubiquitous.…”
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Ornamental Palms for South Florida by Robert Black, Timothy K. Broschat

“…This document lists a number of species that can be grown in south Florida landscapes. Although many other species have been successfully grown in south Florida, they are relatively rare in the nursery industry and thus are not readily available. …”
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Agave americana 'Marginata' Variegated Century Plant by Edward Gilman, Ryan W. Klein, Gail Hansen

“…Additionally, it highlights the ornamental value of the plant, suggesting companion plants to enhance its visual appeal in landscapes.  …”
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Illicium parviflorum Anise, Yellow Anisetree, Star Anise by Edward Gilman

“…The document concludes with potential landscaping applications for the plant, emphasizing its suitability for hedges, screens, and container plantings. …”
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Lethal Yellowing (LY) of Palm by Nigel A. Harrison, Monica L. Elliott

“… Lethal yellowing (LY) is a palm disease prevalent in Florida landscapes in the southern one-third of the state. It is also observed in field nurseries. …”
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