Numbered Publications: Horticulture
PPFS-FR-S-6: Rust Diseases of Brambles
Nicole Ward Gauthier, Jessica Sayre | Jan. 5, 2021 (Major Revision)
The three most important rust diseases occurring on brambles in Kentucky are cane and leaf rust, late rust, and orange rust. The most destructive of these diseases is orange rust, which is ultimately lethal to plants. Once infected, entire plants must be removed and destroyed. In contrast, cane and leaf rust, along with late rust, are not lethal to plants and can be managed using cultural practices and fungicides. Distinguishing between these rust diseases is critical for proper management.
PR-779: 2020 Fruit and Vegetable Research Report
Doug Archbold, Win Dunwell, Bob Perry, Emily Pfeufer, Rachel Rudolph, John Snyder, John Strang | Dec. 18, 2020 (New)
Fruit and vegetable production continues to show sustained growth in Kentucky. As the industry grows around a diverse collection of marketing tactics (wholesale, farmer markets, CSAs, and direct to restaurants) as well as various production systems, there continues to be a need for applied practical information to support the industry. Evaluation of varieties is a continuing necessity and allows us to provide the most up to date information in communications with vegetable growers. The vegetable variety trial results are the basis for updating the recommendations in our Vegetable Production Guide for Commercial Growers (ID-36).
HO-108: Economic Impacts of the Kentucky Green Industry
Dewayne Ingram | Nov. 6, 2020 (Major Revision)
The green industry, comprised of firms engaged in the production and use of landscape and floral crops and related supplies and equipment and the design, construction, and maintenance of landscapes, has a significant impact on Kentucky's economy. Green in-dustry enterprise owners, managers, and employees should be aware of their economic impacts, and policy makers and other state leaders need to know the importance of this industry as potential laws, regulations and resource allocations are considered. This publication is intended to provide a brief summary of the 2018 economic impacts of the green industry in Kentucky.
HO-124: Water Use and Water Footprint in Container-Grown Nursery and Greenhouse Crops
Dewayne Ingram, Josh Knight | Oct. 29, 2020 (New)
The objective of this publication is to define the analytical terms that characterize water management and present case studies to illustrate those terms. The comparison of water use and water footprint among specialty crop growers is not only affected by the production system (including species and management strategies) but by geography and season. This document builds upon published models of representative plant production systems. These models include container production using recycled water in the mid-Atlantic, Ohio Valley, southwest, and Pacific northwest regions of the U.S. and greenhouse production implementing rainfall capture and overhead and ebb/flood irrigation strategies in the southeast.
HO-89: Characteristics of Kentucky's Nursery and Greenhouse Industries, 2020
Dewayne Ingram | Oct. 5, 2020 (Major Revision)
The purpose of this publication is to characterize Kentucky's nursery and greenhouse industry in relation to the national and re-gional industry by gleaning information from the national surveys conducted by the Green Industry Research Consortium for 2018, 2013, 2008, and 2003. The survey data will be augmented by information obtained from the experiences of the authors and from conversations with nursery owners. Information is presented relative to employment, plant types sold, product types, markets and marketing channels, sales methods and marketing practices, advertising expenditures, integrated pest management practices, water sources, and irrigation methods.
NEP-225: Growing Your Own Vegetables: Broccoli
Rick Durham, Jann Knappage, Rachel Rudolph, Katie Shoultz | Sep. 15, 2020 (New)
Broccoli is a cool-season plant in the same family as cabbage and cauliflower. It, and others in the same family, is known as a cole crop. Broccoli can be grown in both the fall and the spring and can be eaten many ways.
NEP-226: Growing Your Own Vegetables: Kale
Rick Durham, Jann Knappage, Rachel Rudolph, Katie Shoultz | Sep. 15, 2020 (New)
In recent years, kale has been a "super food" because of the ways it can benefit our health. Kale contains many vitamins like A, K and C. It promotes heart health and can help prevent cancer. Kale is a cool-season crop and may be among the first vegetables you harvest from your garden.
HO-126: Consumer Horticulture Benefits for Businesses, Workplaces, and Employees
Rick Durham | Sep. 14, 2020 (New)
Consumer Horticulture is the cultivation, use, and enjoyment of plants, gardens, landscapes and related horticultural items to the benefit of individuals, communities, and the environment. These activities rely on the understanding and application of the art and science of horticulture. Consumer horticulture doesn't just impact our lives in terms of our homes, families, and communities. It also intersects with business and industry both in terms of the overall economy as well as the workplace environment that can improve the economic bottom line as well as the health and well-being of employees. In this publication we will focus on ways plants enhance the attractiveness of businesses and how their placement in the workplace may increase the productivity and wellbeing of employees.
NEP-222: Growing Your Own Vegetables: Summer Squash
Rick Durham, Jann Knappage, Rachel Rudolph, Katie Shoultz | Aug. 19, 2020 (New)
Summer squash is a low-growing, bush-type squash. Examples are yellow (straight and crookneck), scalloped, and zucchini. They are fast growing and well-liked garden crops.
NEP-224: Growing Your Own Vegetables: Tomatoes
Rick Durham, Jann Knappage, Rachel Rudolph, Katie Shoultz | Aug. 19, 2020 (New)
Tomatoes are a popular summer crop that many consider to be a basic part of the home garden. However, growing tomatoes can require more labor compared to other vegetables, but the results can be very rewarding.
