Browsing by Author "Orband, James"

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    Pruning Crapemyrtles
    Appleton, Bonnie Lee, 1948-2012; Orband, James; Bartkus, Kathleen (Virginia Cooperative Extension, 2009-05-01)
    This table of cultivars commonly grown and sold in Virginia can help with selecting the right crapemyrtle cultivar for specific landscape situations or locations.
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    Trees for Parking Lots and Paved Areas
    Appleton, Bonnie L.; Horsley, Jack; Harris, Vivian; Eaton, Gregory K.; Fox, Laurie J.; Orband, James; Hoysa, Chuck (Virginia Cooperative Extension, 2009-05-01)
    Landscaping in and around parking lots and pavement improves appearance, prevents soil erosion, and reduces carbon dioxide through photosynthesis. Planted areas also reduce storm water drainage problems, reduce the detrimental effects of wind and noise, and enhance human comfort by providing heat-reducing shade.