American Nurseryman 2001: Vol 196 Index

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Nurseryman
JANUARY 1, 2002 AMERICAN NURSERYMAN
ASSOCIATION ACTIVITIES
The Winter Blanket™ Tour de Force. As the International Plant Propaga-
tors’ Society turns 50, its international directors cel-
Nursery Overwintering System ebrate with a tour of the Canadian and US green
industries. Dr. John A. Wott. Feb. 15, page 68
4" closed cell polyethylene
foam, coated with COMPOSTING
UV resistant LDPE.
Over the Top. The current practice of over-
Call for a free sample mulching proves to be too much of a good
thing. Dr. Brian Maynard and Dr. Thomas
» ge LAUGHTON HORTICULTURE
Smiley. April 1, page 78
¥ 1-800-692-7752
t> www. laughtonnursery.com CONTAINER GARDENING
or free information circle 62 on the Postage Paid Card Garden Extensions. Customers are clamoring for
a variety of decorative containers, and retailers
and manufacturers are stepping up to meet this
demand. Beth L. Gainer. May 1, page 26
Diversified
Self-Contained Expressions. A Montana garden
center spices up its offering of containerized
Peoouaes
4] 2 plantings, creating a niche and attracting cus-
tomers. Mick Gainan. Oct. 15, page 38
CRIME/FRAUD
Your source for green
Stop, Thief! Follow these simple steps to reduce
industry attachments! the chance of your business becoming a target
DUTCHMAN for shoplifters. Phillip M. Perry. Feb. 1, page 57
More than just NURSERYJAWS, TREE SPADES
EMPLOYEE ISSUES/MANAGEMENT
McMILLEN The Big Easy. Helping workers easily access
Augers containerized stock reduces labor costs.
Dave Geary. Nov. 15, page 49
& GROUSER
@ TRACKS Diabetes: Don't risk it. Hort Sense. David L.
Morgan. Oct. 1, page 10
Engage the Rage. Employers can effectively han-
ARTULLER
dle angry employees by maintaining open lines of
communication. Phillip M. Perry. Sept. 1, page 51
Filling a Void. A landscape professional shares
Visit our booth at these shows: his experience using the H-2B guest worker
program to supplement his work force. Dick
Date Show Location Booth
Churchill. Jan. 1, page 42
1/6 -1/8 Western KC 297
1/8 -1/10 MANTS Baltimore 915 Going Into Labor. With the labor poo! becoming
1/16 -1/18 Mid Am Chicago 405 increasingly shallow, green industry professionals
are getting serious about recruitment and reten-
1/18 -1/19 ONLA Tulsa TBA
tion strategies. Rachel Davis. Aug. 15, page 28
1/20 -1/21 TNLA Chattanooga 822
1/21 -1/23 CENTS Columbus 2088 Growing a Garden of Motivation. Keeping
1/28 - 1/29 NNLA Omaha TBA employees happy creates a successful business
1/30 - 2/1 Progreen Denver 339 environment and boosts a bottom line. Susan
Barton. Jan. 1, page 46
jHabla Espanol? By learning the language of
Diversified 800-669-4408
your employees, nursery managers can improve
. FAX: [phone] communication and have fun doing it.
E-Mail: [email protected] Gregorio Billikopf Encina. Nov. 1, page 46
www.NurseryJaws.com
Make it a Christmas to remember. Hort Sense.
David L. Morgan. Dec. 1, page 10
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62 AMERICAN NURSERYMAN JANUARY 1, 2002
ENVIRONMENT Comptonia peregrina. Samuel W. Jones.
What it Takes July 15, page 90
A Stake in the Environment. Severa/ environ-
To Make a Successful
mental regulations have a large impact on Cornus alternifolia. Hubert P. Conlon. March
Green Thumb the way growers and landscapers do business. 15, page 86
Beth L. Gainer. July 1, page 48
Cotinus obovatus. Kris Jarantoski. Sept. 15, page 82
EQUIPMENT/SUPPLIES
Cupressus glabra ‘Blue Arizona’. Eileen Orton.
Doing the Dirty Work. Growers can rely on a May 1, page 106
variety of equipment to minimize labor and
maximize efficiency. July 15, page 26 Dalea villosa. Greg Morgenson. April 1, page 130
Easing the Burden. A sampling of new landscape Dirca palustris. Harrison L. Flint. March 1, page 86
equipment helps make the task of maintenance
and installation easier. March 1, page 23 Disanthus cercidifolius. Michael S. Dosmann.
Oct. 1, page 106
Ownership Options. From cranes to backhoes,
trucks to chain saws, landscapers need to decide Festuca ovina. Joe Scianna. May 15, page 86
the best plan for obtaining equipment: buy,
lease or rent. Leah Bocanegra. April 1, page 92 Helleborus x hybridus. Jeff Sibley. July 1, page 86
Tackling Container Handling. Transporting pots Hosta ‘June’. Tom Micheletti. Jan. 15, page 106
is one of the most labor-intensive jobs con-
tainer nurseries face, but new and developing Nemopanthus mucronatus. Reeser C. Manley.
technology offers professionals around the June 1, page 82
country ways to automate the task. Sarah
Landicho. May 1, page 32 Nepeta sibirica. Dr. Anthony W. Kahtz. June 15,
page 86
EROSION CONTROL
Opuntia imbricata. Jim Borland. Nov. 1, page 110
Cutting Erosion Off at the Pass. Because grow-
eTRREAMRNSNn AAR
ers nationwide won't put up with erosion, they Phlox mesoleuca ‘Mary Maslin’. Jim Borland.
Nera are taking steps to avoid it — and many are Feb. 1, page 90
preventing runoff simultaneously. Sarah Landi-
soeA
cho. Oct. 1, page 40 Physostegia virginiana var. alba. Dr. Anthony W.
Kahtz. April 15, page 94
The Earth Moved. Landscapers sound off on
products they use to keep the elements from Stokesia laevis ‘Omega Skyrocket’. Allen Bush.
eroding soil, as well as profits. Matt Schloss- Feb. 15, page 110
berg. Feb. 1, page 30
Thuja occidentalis ‘Filiformis’. Johnny Satterlee.
Erosion Remedy. Growers can employ bioremedi- Nov. 15, page 82
ation strategies to help prevent soil erosion and
water pollution. Don Richards. Feb. 1, page 24 Thujopsis dolobrata. Barbara Schlein. Jan. 1,
page 114
osamaaerSeTeeeC ee erneee cer
FERTILIZERS/PLANT NUTRITION
Tradescantia tharpii. Scott Vogt. Dec. 15, page 98
Good Nutrition. Growers can rely on semihydro-
ponics to monitor plants’ nutrient needs and assess FINANCIAL ISSUES/MANAGEMENT
other factors, such as optimal pH and salinity. Bar-
bara Hambling, Martin Fung, Dr. Gavin Kernaghan Getting the Facts. Knowing how to obtain the
and Dr. Damase Khasa. March 15, page 52 right information can help nursery profession-
als decide whether to buy a business or sell
FIELD NOTES one. Fred S. Steingold. Oct. 1, page 69
Acer glabrum. Greg Morgenson. Oct. 15, page 82 GARDEN CENTERS (see also
RETAILING)
Actaea alba (formerly A. pachypoda). Mike
Schneider. Dec. 1, page 98 Doing It All. An Illinois garden center diagnoses and
oT au recommends treatment for a variety of plant ail-
Actinidia kolomikta. Michael S. Dosmann. ments, and this increases customer satisfaction and
Aug. 1, page 90 loyalty. Jennifer G. Brennan. March 15, page 55
as Horticultural
GV pRINTERS
Cissus rhombifolia. Richard Ott. Sept. 1, page 82 Getting Promoted. A relocated North Carolina
3638 Executive Bivd. » Mesquite, TX 75149
800.995.4678 fax garden center depends on its powerful market-
www. horticulturalprinters.com Clematis integrifolia. Marion Murray. Aug. 15, ing strategies to make strong sales. Larry
page 90 Newlin. Nov. 1, page 67
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64 AMERICAN NURSERYMAN JANUARY 1, 2002
Measuring Success. As competition intensifies On Trial. Research explores the effectiveness of
WORLD’S #1 TOP in the garden center industry, the business fungicides in controlling various plant diseases.
analysis skills of owners and managers are as Dr. A. R. Chase. Oct. 1, page 64
PLANT SUPPLY important as horticulture knowledge. Joe
Weston. Oct. 15, page 45 INTERIOR LANDSCAPING
Greataes t Gauaaran tee-Offer PROOF Ever Nursery Developments. As suburban sprawl Bam-boom. The new interior garden at a Con-
000. GUARANTEED to be began to encroach upon Campbell’s Nurseries necticut pharmaceutical company offers the
World (C HAMPION & Garden Centers Inc., the grower opted to best medicine for a midday escape. Cathleen
relocate and turn its old property into an urban Flahardy. Sept. 1, page 30
"s*REVIVER,” PLANTER,G ROWER,
village. Sarah Landicho. Dec. 1, page 28
The Great Indoors. An exterior landscape com-
S UPERthrive On Display. A Kansas garden center uses attrac- pany finds offering interior landscape services
tive display gardens to boost sales, while giving is not only another source of revenue — it’s a
VITAMINS: HORMONES shoppers an enjoyable experience. Cameron great service to offer clients. Sarah Landicho
Rees. Nov. 15, page 52 April 1, page 69
Retail Epiphany. A Utah garden center owner INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS
shares her story about how she built and grew
a successful business. Lorraine Miller. April 15, Outsider Trading. With more nursery profes-
page 58 sionals comet ing business overseas, Floriade
2002 opens its doors to increased trade in
A Rosy Retailer. A West Coast garden center Europe Kristin McGrath. Sept. 1, page 46
hopes to cash in on the area’s flourishing
tourist trade with a one-of-a-kind rose garden. IRRIGATION/WATER CONSERVATION
Craig Barner. May 15, page 30
21st Century Irrigation. Fully automating an
GARDENING TRENDS rrigation system may seem a costly and daunt
ADDED TO 18 FERTILIZERS, by 18 GROWERS ng task to some, but it was a step Overlook
Hitting the Roof. With green roofs making their NurserieIsn c. couldn't afford not to make.
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way onto US buildings, now is the time to start StevenT . Sawada. Nov. 1, page 34
Ga see *2 5 learning about what going green has to offer.
Dr. David J. Beattie and Robert Berghage. July 1, Irrigation Salvation. A new irrigation system
Feet N]
page 54 helps container nursery operations conserve
water, save money and cut labor. Rufus M
GROWING Holloway Jr., MD, Michael M. Holloway, MD
and Grant Proulx, PhD. Oct. 1, page 34
Coaxing Perennials into Flower. Knowing how
to get perennials to bloom early can help you Water Works. As wate r continues to become a
market — and sell — more plants. Dr. Art scarce resource, la ndscapers and irrigators must
—— Cae,
To See MORE NEW FLOWERS ond LEAVES, Cameron and Beth Fausey. July 15, page 40 consider several factors when designing or
HEALTHIER, STRONGER - MORE BEAUTIFU | nstalling an irrigation system. Leah Bocane
©) ) mage OO START ae
ourooor © sare NEW ROOT AND FOLIAGE Growing Organically. A Pennsylvania grower gra. Aug. 1, page 51
PLANTS ACTION, SHOOTING DOWN, UP
aah |e ondf illing-in, sidewi_s_ e _| turns his business into a living case study on
'@ ROWERING
‘@ And TO GET organic growing — and it pays off. Richard LANDSCAPE BUSINESS
H MORE FLOWERS, LONGER
i ond MORE dekurine Tregidgo. May 15, page 51
fo PLANT Bae ALL SAFELY, For What It's Worth. Following certain guidelines
GROWING" MORE STRONGLY A Short Order. Nursery professionals can use helps landscape professionals determine the value
@ FRUITING == For
a chemical growth retardants to control peren- oftr ees. Dr. J. James Kielbaso. Feb. 1, page 48
HEAVIER, nial height. Ryan M. Warner and John E
BEARING?
TO — THEM VIGOROUSLY, | Erwin. March 15, page 43 The Price is Right. Knowing how to accuratel,
Beating Soil-rot, Hasiening Better BLOOMING | |
price jobs helps landscape professionals add to
pa INATION Percentage sanod eS te|
EARLIER, server YIELDS, including Vegetables HERBICIDES/FUNGICIDES/ their bottom line. John Ball. April 1, page 36
Tao S“EYQ,UES IOCDDK, EESR,tRo,l o, ns d,e oSpperrig,s T, OUHYGDHROE-sRe oTdiUnRgF PESTICIDES (see also PEST/
11 XMAS TREES 17 HYDROSEEDING 22 FLOWERING PLANT DISEASE CONTROL) Tax Relief 2001. Smal! businesses may take
LANDSCAPING advantage of tax bill provisions once assumed
Know Thy Products. Customers rely on your to benefit only individuals. Mark E. Battersby
expertise to help them understand the chemi- Dec. 1, page 51
|
cals you sell, so it’s critical you arm yourself
Used, tipped to, and supplied vet housands with knowledge before making a sale. Jim Time Well-Spent. Balancing workload is crucial to
of conscientious plant- selling firms. Chatfield and Joe Boggs. Jan. 15, page 58 ensure year-round profits and sufficient staff dur-
REFUSE "just as good," false, cheaply- ing critical times. Randy Abell. Dec. 1,p age 56
made, =e substitutes , often
99% % wate Managing Rot. Employing careful manage-
NOTHING 18 AT ALL “LIKE” ment practices helps nursery professionals pre- LANDSCAPE DESIGN/INSTALLATION
SU, . 50 VITAMINS-HORMONES vent leaf and crown rot from infecting Liriope
Made in U.S.A. by ‘VITAMIN INSTITUTE
12610 Saticoy Street South, North Hollywood, CA 91605 stock. Dr. James Strandberg. Feb. 15, page 46 A Big Move. Many clients would rather not
Ph. (800}441-VITA(8462); FAX 618-766-VITA(8482); www.superthrive.com wait years for large trees to reach their mature
height. For companies specializing in trans-
tor free information circle6 6 on the Postag
66 AMERICAN NURSERYMAN JANUARY 1, 2002
planting these woody Goliaths, such consumer The Prairie State. Intrinsic natura! beauty, eco- The Name of the Game. Not all growers devote a
impatience can prove profitable. Steve Davies logical value and significant maintenance lot of time to developing a marketing program,
and Valerie Moore. Jan. 1, page 38 savings make prairie meadows an attractive but gaining name recognition through catalogs,
landscape option. Neil Diboll. April 15, page 51 Web sites and newsletters is a step in the right
An Educated Landscape. A combination of creativ- direction. David L. Morgan. Sept. 15, page 24
ity and ingenuity results in a school courtyard that Spacing Out. Paying attention to proper plant
is both fun and functional — not to mention edu- spacing can extend the life of a landscape, as Stretching the Advertising Dollar. Co-op adver-
cational. Michelle Vallet. Nov. 1, page 28 well as make it visually appealing. Brad Peder- tising plans may help retailers get more bang
sen. April 1, page 84 for their buck. Dr. Jeff Sibley. March 1, page 55
Fantasy Island. A landscape company trans-
forms a run-down, man-made island into a Trend Settings. As home- and business owners NATIVE PLANTS
beautiful oasis in this Floridian Superior Site. gain knowledge and a new appreciation for
Matt Schlossberg. Jan. 15, page 68 landscape design, many unique trends have Mainely Native. The University of Maine, the
begun to pop up nationwide. Cathleen Fla- state’s cooperative extension offices and Mas-
Getting Psyched. Through careful observation hardy. Aug. 1, page 36 ter Gardeners join forces in a project to test the
and questioning, landscape designers and archi- adaptability of native woody plants to man-
tects can go beyond aesthetics to create a design The Value of Design. Teaching clients the true aged landscapes. Marjorie L. Hundhammer and
that appeals to the clients’ eyes, as well as their worth ofh aving a landscape professionally Dr. Reeser C. Maniey. Oct. 15, page 32
psyches. Bruce Zaretsky. May 1, page 67 designed can raise the value of the entire
industry. Tim Thoelecke Jr. April 1, page 40 NURSERY INDUSTRY
Get With the Program. Landscape design is more
than creating a pretty garden — it involves a A Well-Seasoned Landscape. Ingredients such 100 Percent Waterproof. A recent drowning at
program customized to the homeowners’ needs. as a meandering pathway system and unique a Pacific Northwest nursery underscores the
Paul C. Siciliano Jr. April 1, page 46 hardscape elements help one landscape opera- importance of water safety. Mike Klawitter.
tion cook up a relaxing Nevada homestead. June 1, page 54
Learning from our Mistakes. Knowing how a Jennifer Hooks. Aug. 1, page 44
species performs in certain regions helps land- 2000 Wage & Benefit Survey. A strong econ-
scape professionals avoid planting errors LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE omy and competition for labor once gain
before a tree is even placed in the ground. boosted green industry wages and benefits.
John Ball and Norm Evers. March 1, page 30 Performing Treeage. Like battle wounds, plant June 1, page 34
traumas can be sorted into three different cat-
Make No Mistake. Knowing what not to do egories of treatment priority. Joe Boggs, Jim Great Expectations. Garden center owners and
when designing a landscape can bej ust as Chatfield and Erik Draper. June 1, page 28 managers sound off on what they expect from
important as knowing the right things to do. growers. Matt Schlossberg. Feb. 15, page 55
Here are a few of the most common landscap- Stopping Stem-Girdling Root Damage. Nursery
ing mistakes to avoid. Gregory M. Pierceall. professionals and homeowners alike can help Power Crunch. As an energy crisis grips the
June 1, page 50 prevent some common tree disorders by elimi- nation, nursery professionals look for short-
nating predisposing conditions like stem-girdling and long-term ways to deal with the situation.
A Midwestern Rain Forest. A team of horticul- roots. Gary R. Johnson and Ben Johnson. Leah Bocanegra. May 1, page 38
turists and a landscape architecture company Aug. 1, page 32
create an African ecosystem from a patch of Show Going. This summer's trade shows and con-
deciduous woods for a new exhibit at a subur- LEGISLATION/REGULATION, ferences give horticulture professionals plenty of
ban Chicago zoo. Ed Avis. Jan. 15, page 48 NATIONAL opportunities for learning. May 1, page 42
Natural Art. A bit of the Old West lives again in On the Legislative Horizon. Nursery profession- The State of the Industry. Two of the green
a spectacular landscape carved into a New Jer- als should be aware of legislative issues and industry's leading representatives share their
sey hilltop. Sally D. Benson. April 1, page 28 how they may affect their businesses. Leah informed views. July 1, page 26
Bocanegra. July 1, page 39
Out of Site. When it comes to creating a func- Trading Places. Nationwide, nursery profession-
tional landscape, there is more to design than MARKETING/ADVERTISING als flock to winter trade shows to discover the
plant selection and placement. Today, site latest industry trends. Nov. 1, page 38
amenities are playing a larger role in a gar Brand New Concepts. Branding allows nursery
den’s success. Michelle Vallet. Sept. 1, page 26 professionals to create an identity for their Treasure Hunt. Exploring foreign lands for
companies and products, which helps increase plants can be a valuable learning experience,
Outside In. Two Iilinois-based design teams sales. O. Stanley Pohmer Jr. Feb. 1, page 36 as long as you‘re ready to face the unexpected.
bring the tropics to the Midwest. Craig Barner. Tim Wood. Oct. 15, page 22
March 1, page 36 Green Marketing. What's the best way to mar-
ket the horticulture industry's products and ser- Treasures of the past. Hort Sense. David L.
Past Meets Present. Many gardening styles vices? Take a look at some of the different Morgan. Nov. 1, page 10
used today can be traced back to earlier tradi- marketing efforts around the country. Sarah
tions. Lucinda A. Brockway. May 15, page 56 Landicho. July 1, page 42 Weighing in on Retail. Growers discuss how retail-
ers can work with them to sell plant material to
Plant ‘Em High ... Landscapers should guard Marketing 101. Whether just starting a busi- consumers. Leah Bocanegra. Feb. 15, page 50
against planting too high and too deeply to ness or jump starting an old one, having a
assure trees and shrubs grow and prosper. Erik sound marketing strategy can save nursery pro- What's Up with the Economy? Knowing how
Draper and Dr. Gary Gao. April 1, page 88 fessionals time — and money — while increas- the economy is faring, as well how the green
ing profit and market share. Lynda Martel. industry impacts the economy, should help
Sept. 15, page 28 nursery professionals across the country better
68 AMERICAN NURSERYMAN JANUARY 1, 2002
gauge where business is headed. Michelle Val- PLANTS beautiful, but underused, woody plants thrive in
let. July 1, page 35 this state. Dr. Jon T. Lindstrom. Sept. 1, page 36
Alaskan Natives. When living in a climate
ONLINE INFORMATION faced with severe weather extremes, it’s impor- Let there be Shade. Nursery professionals
tant to use landscape plants native to that nationwide speak frankly about how shade
Doing Business.com. E-commerce companies region. Here’s a look at what some Alaskan trees are stacking up in the industry, as well as
made big promises, but where are they now? natives have to offer the cold garden. Verna what their hopes are for the shade tree
David L. Morgan. Dec. 1, page 24 Pratt. May 1, page 74 market. Michelle Vallet. April 15, page 20
Greenindustry.com. In order for e-commerce Beware of Butterfly Bush. Buddleja davidii is a Love, Peace and a Starry Night. The 2002 All-
to benefit the green industry, customers must favorite among nursery professionals and con- America Rose Selections lend an air of romance
adopt the technology and Web developers sumers alike, but it has invasive qualities. Alter- and tranquility to any landscape. Sarah Landi-
must realistically assess the market. R. Daniel native Buddleja species and cultivars can be cho. July 1, page 56
Lineberger. Dec. 1, page 26 used, however. Dr. Tomasz Anisko and Unchae
Im. July 15, page 46 Nonconformists. A group of plants outside general
Time for Technology? /t’s no secret the Internet classification, woody perennials offer many inter-
has changed the way professionals conduct Bold and Gold. Gold-leaved hostas add bril- esting forms and attributes to enhance small land-
business, but how valuable is it to the nursery liance to gardens and combine well with other scapes. Jonathan M. Lehrer. March 15, page 28
industry? Michelle Vallet. July 1, page 30 plants. Tom Micheletti. March 15, page 36
Planting for a Dry Spell. Summer droughts and
PEST/DISEASE CONTROL (see also Born to be Wildflowers. The Northeast is home water restrictions mean New England garden-
HERBICIDES/FUNGICIDES/PESTICIDES) to a treasure of wildflowers that, if used more ers need plants that can adapt to dry weather,
often, are bound to be as popular as they are as well as the occasional downpour. Bettina
Arms Control. With the government taking beautiful. Bill Cullina. Sept. 15, page 38 Rovito Bemis and Ed Bemis. March 1, page 46
new measures to control the use of chemical
insecticides, nursery professionals consider how Braving the Elements. Canadian breeding pro- Plenty o’ Plants. Looking for something new or
this will affect their operations. Beth L. Gainer. grams have developed breathtaking roses that exciting to grow, plant or sell this season? If so,
June 1, page 24 survive northern US winters. Jolene Johnson you need look no further than this selection of
May 15, page 22 new plants for 2002. Dec. 15, page 35
Degrees of Separation. By using degree-days
and observing bloom times, growers and land- A Bulb for all Seasons. For low-maintenance gar- A Plethora of Plants. Whether you’re a grower,
scapers can predict when insect pests emerge dens that boast year-round interest, bulbs just landscaper or retailer, you'll find a specimen to
and are most vulnerable to pesticides. Dr. can't be beat. Susan McCoy. Nov. 15, page 35 pique your interest in this selection of new
Daniel A. Herms. Aug. 15, page 34 plants for 2001 and 2002. June 15, page 27
Carefree Roses. Rosarians recommend their
Fighting the Good Fight. The executive direc- favorite easy-care, reliable roses. Susan McCoy. The Quest for Reblooming Daylilies. Some new,
tor/CEO of the California Association of Nur- May 15, page 26 reblooming daylily cultivars extend the flower-
serymen explains how the organization battled ing season with long-lasting color. Darrel Apps.
the glassy-winged sharpshooter and the nega- A Dry Idea. Landscapers looking for water-effi- June 1, page 44
tive media frenzy surrounding it. Elaine cient plants have a pleasing palette to choose
Thompson. Feb. 15, page 40 from in these pliant natives of the world’s arid Shades of color. Sidebar. For those industry pro-
regions. Janet Rademacher. Feb. 1, page 40 fessionals looking for the latest developments in
Mid-Atlantic states battle Oriental beetle in shade trees, here is a taste of some of the new
container plants. Pest Contro/. Stanton Gill. Durable Plants From the Lone Star State. From selections that can provide uniqueness, style, color
March 15, page 12 scorching summers to hard freezes, native Texas and a variety of shapes or forms to any landscape.
plants prove they are strong enough to with- Terry Schwartz. April 15, page 22
Taking Control. Controlling weeds in nursery stand a variety of site conditions — and attrac-
fields can be challenging, but if growers know tive enough to enhance many landscapes. Paul Shrubs: Four-Season Use. From flowers that
what they are up against and understand how Cox and Dave Stockdale. Aug. 15, page 42 bloom in February to plants that can survive a
some herbicides on the market can help, they deep freeze, an abundance ofs hrubs are avail-
will have more control over this problem. Dr. Georgia Teaches. On a quest to learn more about able to keep your garden fresh and lively year-
Hannah Mathers. Oct. 1, page 46 unique plants foreign to our country, American round. Jan Little. Oct. 15, page 26
botanic garden and nursery professionals find
Taking control of fungus gnats. Pest Control. exciting new specimens in an ancient land. Simply the Best. Dutch bulb growers list their
William H. Reeve IV. April 1, page 12 Frederick R. Spicer Jr. Sept. 15, page 45 top 10 favorite “special bulbs.” Sarah Landi-
cho. Nov. 15, page 44
Weed Warfare. Be it herbicide or mulching prac- Grand Finale. Autumn does not mark the end
tices, nursery professionals need to select their to landscape color; rather, it signals the time to Tempting Tropicals. Hibiscus varieties with
weapon of choice carefully when it comes to the shine for many woody ornamentals. Dr. William unique forms and blooms are gaining in popu-
proper weed management of herbaceous peren- R. Chaney. Aug. 1, page 26 larity, which means increased business opportu-
nials. Dr. Todd L. Mervosh. Aug. 15, page 50 nities for all facets of the green industry.
Hardy vs. Dormant. Understanding the differ- Charles Black. Jan. 15, page 26
Working Around Weeds. Several weed-control ence between dormant and cold-hardy plants
methods seem promising and nonphytotoxic may help protect gardens from winter A Touch of Europe. Through plantspeople such
for containerized liners. Leslie Shenberger. Feb. damage. Dr. Tomasz Anisko. Nov. 15, page 40 as Karl Foerster, European-developed plants
15, page 64 and gardening styles are finding welcoming
In the Natural State. Despite the range of envi- homes in North America. Robert Herman.
ronmental challenges in Arkansas, a variety of july 15, page 50
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PROPAGATION
Coming from Good Stock. Research shows taking
imants usa apical-tip cuttings from stock plants of Spigelia
Your Labor-Saving marilandica in a controlled environment can lead
to year-round propagation success. Susan M. Fos-
Nursery Equipment Specialist ter and Dr. Sherry Kitto. Feb. 15, page 38
Following Protocol. Propagating Stewartia
Steketee High Clearance Tractors - pseudocamellia by cuttings and seed is chal-
lenging, but recent research suggests propaga-
Cultivating & Spraying in One Pass
tion protocols that may lead to success. Kurt
Bresko and Daniel Struve. Jan. 15, page 72
A Taxing Taxon. Oaks are difficult to propagate
vegetatively, but one stooling method has
achieved some success. Dr. Nina L. Bassuk. Jan
1, page 30
The Tissue Issue. Research examining tissue
proliferation has helped propagators and
growers put this disorder to rest. Dr. Mark H
Brand. Feb. 15, page 26
Under the Micro Scope. For its mass production
capabilities, micropropagation is quickly becom-
ing one of the most relied upon tools of the
nursery trade. Beth L. Gainer. Jan. 1, page 26
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Best management practices in container nur
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* Damcon Tree Equipment Effects of transplanting on Acer. Amy J. Barton
and Dr. Christopher S. Walsh. Feb. 15, page 76
* Fobro Lifter-Shakers
* Steketee Hi-Clearance Tractors Evaluating Cercis species’ ability to root from
cuttings. Margaret R. Pooler and Ruth L. Dix.
Nov. 15, page 56
Evaluating ornamental grasses. Dr. John M.
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Micropropagation-induced variation in Core-
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opsis. Dr. Richard E. Veilleux, Hope Gruszewski
and Norman Barclift. Sept. 15, page 54
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Propagation of Pennisetum setaceum ‘Rubrum’ by
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Meyer and Dr. Peter D. Ascher. Aug. 15, page 62
Slowing growth of Achillea x ‘Coronation
Gold’ and Gaura lindheimeri ‘Corrie’s Gold’.
Stephanie E. Burnett, Dr. Gary J. Keever, Dr.
Charles H. Gilliam, Dr. J. Raymond Kessler Jr.
and Charles Hesselein. June 15, page 61
Stress Test. A study reveals that environmental
stresses such as soil texture and compaction
might be factors contributing to the decline
Water Gardens
of Arbutus menziesii. Angela Cahill and Linda
Chalker-Scott. April 15, page 26
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Substrates for pot-in-pot shade tree produc-
tion. Dr. Calvin Chong and Dr. Glen P. Lumis.
March 15, page 58
Using plastic films to regulate perennial growth. The remarkable new
Millcreek Row Mulcher
Dr. Sandra B. Wilson and Dr. Nihal C. Rajapakse.
automates application of
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field grown and
RETAILING (see also GARDEN nursery container
CENTERS) stock.
Gaining the Upper Hand. Finding a special
retailing niche can help garden center owners
differentiate themselves from the competition,
as well as attract — and retain — customers.
Emily Nolting. Aug. 15, page 56
Mainstreaming Aquatics. Making water plants
part of your standard fare helps elevate their
perceived value — and increases your sales.
C. Greg Speichert. Jan 15, page 34
POV on POS. A point-of-sale system can
streamline retail operations, as well as increase Apply organic mulch and
sales through easy-to-create marketing pro-
grams. Richard Clark. July 15, page 58 compost to field grown rows
Smooth Sale-ing. Before autumn puts on its automatically
bright show of colors, retailers nationwide are
From trees to field grown container stock, organic mulch
prepping for successful fall and holiday sales.
and compost can be a very economical solution for
Sarah Landicho. Sept. 1, page 42
reducing chemical input for weed suppression, winter
protection, retaining soil moisture, and improving soil
Thriving in Tough Times. Retail consultants
fertility by adding organic matter to sandy and clay soils.
around the country offer advice on how to
remain successful — even when the economy is Now Millcreek eliminates the costly labor needed for
questionable. Phillip M. Perry. Nov. 1, page 72 organic mulch and compost application. The remarkable
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2001 AUTHOR INDEX
“QUALITY SHADE AND Abell, Randy
FLOWERING TREES Time Well-Spent. Balancing workload is crucial
to ensure year-round profits and sufficient staff
SINCE 1925”
during critical times. Dec. 1, page 56
a, 53740 S.E. LUSTED RD.
Anisko, Dr. Tomasz
Ley, GRESHAM, OR 97080 Beware of Butterfly Bush. Buddleja davidii is a
PHONE [phone] favorite among nursery professionals and con-
sumers alike, but it has invasive qualities. Alterna-
oO C” FAX [phone] tive Buddleja species and cultivars can be used,
TOLL FREE [phone] however. Co-author Unchae Im. July 15, page 46
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Hardy vs. Dormant. Understanding the differ-
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Nov. 15, page 40
Apps, Darrel
The Quest for Reblooming Daylilies. Some new,
reblooming daylily cultivars extend the flowering
season with long-lasting color. June 1, page 44
Ascher, Dr. Peter D.
Propagation of Pennisetum setaceum ‘Rubrum
Ge. into by cuttings. Co-authors Bruce A. Cunliffe and
Dr. Mary Hockenberry Meyer. Aug. 15, page 62
Avis, Ed
the bag A Midwestern Rain Forest. A team of horticu
turists and a landscape architecture company
create an African ecosystem from a patch of
deciduous woods for a new exhibit at a subur-
grow root pruned, easily dug trees ban Chicago zoo. Jan. 15, page 48
Ball, John
Learning from our Mistakes. Knowing how a
species performs in certain regions helps land-
laugh all the way to the bank
scape professionals avoid planting errors before
a tree is even placed in the ground. Co-author
Norm Evers. March 1, page 30
Welcome to Root Control, where better-grown
trees (and better profits) are in the bag. With the
Root Control™ bag system, your trees prepare them The Price is Right. Knowing how to accurately
selves for easier harvesting and transplanting by price jobs helps landscape professionals add to
developing a compact, fibrous, self-pruned rootball their bottom line. April 1, page 36
that is ideal for quick and easy transport
For more than 15 years, successful growers have Barclift, Norman
been using the Root Control” bag system, Micropropagation-induced variation in Core-
combining the advantages of field growing with
the convenience of container harvesting opsis. Co-authors Dr. RichardE . Veilleux and
producing some of the best caliper-sized trees in Hope Gruszewski. Sept. 15, page 54
the nursery business
And because Root Control bags allow you to harvest Barner, Craig
and transport healthy trees without the cost and Outside In. Two Illinois-based design teams bring
HOW THE ROOT CONTROL SYSTEM WORKS: hassle of heavy equipment and increased the tropics to the Midwest. March 1, page 36
manpower, your profits can also grow. Call us to
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hopes to cash in on the area’s flourishing
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Effects of transplanting on Acer. Co-author Dr
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Tough fabric prunes roots naturally, atlomng small feeder roots to penetrate roadway, Oklat Barton, Susan
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