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Shoot and root characterization of Rudbeckia hirta L. mowed at different heights
Author(s): A. L. Neigebauer, G. L. Horst, D. H. Steinegger and G. L. Davis
Month: Dec
Year: 2000
Journal: Hortscience
Journal Link: http://hortsci.ashspublications.org/search.dtl
Volume: 35
Issue: 7
Pages: 1247-1248
Article Topic(s): Disturbance, Establishment methods
Research Setting(s): Field, Greenhouse
Species Referenced: Rudbeckia hirta (Black-eyed susan),
Abstract
Researches the effect of mowing height on leaf growth and root biomass of Rudbeckia hirta grown in a wildflower sod production system. Mowing significantly reduced root biomass. As mowing height increased, root length also increased. This could have implications for wildflowers grown on roadsides with frequent mowing.Suggested Citation
A. L. Neigebauer, G. L. Horst, D. H. Steinegger and G. L. Davis. "Shoot and root characterization of Rudbeckia hirta L. mowed at different heights." Hortscience 35.7 (2000): 1247-1248.Go back