scholarly journals MEDIA ROOT TRAINER MENGANDUNG COCOPEAT DAN GAMBUT MENDUKUNG PERTUMBUHAN DAN KUALITAS AKAR BATANG BAWAH KARET / Root Trainer Media Containing Cocopeat and Peat to Support Growth and Quality of Rubber Rootstock Roots

2020 ◽  
Vol 26 (1) ◽  
pp. 23
Author(s):  
Nur Eko Prasetyo ◽  
Budi Setyawan ◽  
Samijan Samijan ◽  
Nofitri Dewi Rinojati ◽  
Sumarmadji Sumarmadji
Keyword(s):  
Plant Growth ◽  
Block Design ◽  
Chemical Properties ◽  
Dry Weight ◽  
Organic Content ◽  
Exchange Capacity ◽  
Duncan Multiple Range Test ◽  
Randomized Block Design ◽  
Physical And Chemical ◽  
Range Test

<p>The physical and chemical properties of the growing medium for <em>root trainer</em> of rubber are critical to support plant growth. This study aimed to obtain the best medium for growing rootstock rubber seedlings in the <em>root trainer</em>.  Rubber clone PR 300 seeds were germinated for 21 days, then raised in <em>root trainer</em> pots for five months. The treatments evaluated were a mixture of <em>cocopeat</em>, Rawapening peat, and manure at different ratios.  The experiment was designed in a Randomized Block Design, three replications, 30 plants per replicate, totaling 720 plants. The observed variables were N, P, K, Mg, C-organic content, pH, and cation exchange capacity of <em>cocopeat</em>, peat, and manure, as well as plant growth (height, stem diameter, wet weight, and dry weight). ANOVA used for analyzing data, followed with the <em>Duncan Multiple Range Test</em> at 5% level. The results showed that there were three best <em>root trainer</em> media for PR 300 rubber rootstock seedlings were a mixture of <em>cocopeat</em> + peat (1:1), <em>cocopeat</em> + peat + manure (1:2:1), and <em>cocopeat</em> + peat + manure (2:1:1). The growth and compactness of the roots are outstanding, so the seedlings are easily removed from the <em>root </em><em>trainer</em> pots without significant damage. Based on the initiation and cost, the best <em>root trainer</em> medium is a mixture of <em>cocopeat</em> + peat + manure (1: 2:1). It is necessary to study the use of other types of peat soils apart from Rawapening. Also, it needs to be observed further plant growth after inoculation with the stem and after planting in the field.</p><p><strong>Keywords </strong>: Planting medium, Rawapening peat, rubber clone PR 300.<em></em></p><p><em><br /></em></p><p><strong>Abstrak<br /></strong></p><p>Sifat fisik dan kimia media tanam di dalam wadah <em>root trainer</em> bibit karet sangat penting untuk mendukung pertumbuhan tanaman. Penelitian ini bertujuan mendapatkan media terbaik untuk pertumbuhan bibit batang bawah karet di dalam <em>root trainer</em>.  Benih klon karet PR 300 dikecambahkan selama 21 hari pada bedeng pengecambahan kemudian dipindah-tanam dan dibesarkan selama 5 bulan dalam pot <em>root trainer</em>. Perlakuannya yaitu campuran <em>cocopeat</em>, gambut Rawapening, dan pupuk kandang (pukan) pada berbagai ratio, dan kontrol. Penelitian dirancang secara Acak Kelompok, tiga ulangan, masing-masing 30 tanaman, sehingga totalnya 720 tanaman. Variabel yang diamati yaitu kandungan N, P, K, Mg, C-organik, pH, dan kapasitas tukar kation dari <em>cocopeat</em>, gambut, dan pupuk kandang, serta pertumbuhan tanaman (tinggi, diameter batang, bobot segar, dan bobot kering). Data dianalisis dengan ANOVA, kemudian <em>Duncan Multiple Range Test</em> pada taraf 5%. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa ada tiga macam media <em>root trainer</em> terbaik untuk bibit batang bawah karet klon PR 300 yaitu campuran <em>cocopeat </em>+ gambut (1:1), <em>cocopeat </em>+ gambut + pukan (1:2:1), dan <em>cocopeat </em>+ gambut + pukan (2:1:1). Pertumbuhan dan kekompakan akar sangat baik sehingga bibit mudah dilepas dari <em>root tainer</em> tanpa kerusakan berarti. Berdasarkan kepraktisan dan biaya maka media <em>root trainer</em> terbaik adalah campuran media <em>cocopeat </em>+ gambut + pukan (1:2:1). Perlu dilakukan kajian mengenai pemanfaatan tanah gambut jenis lainnya selain dari Rawapening. Selain itu, juga perlu diamati lebih lanjut pertumbuhan tanaman setelah diokulasi dengan batang atas maupun setelah ditanam di lapangan.</p><p><strong>Kata kunci </strong>: Gambut Rawapening, klon karet PR 300, media tanam.</p>

scholarly journals PENGARUH DOSIS PUPUK KASCING DAN NITROGEN TERHADAP PERTUMBUHAN DAN HASIL TANAMAN SELADA (LACTVCA SATIVA L.) VAR GEORGIA

AGRICA ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 38-43
Author(s):  
Ketut Turaini Indra Winten
Keyword(s):  
Physical Properties ◽  
Block Design ◽  
Chemical Properties ◽  
Dry Weight ◽  
Soil Physical Properties ◽  
Organic Content ◽  
Growth And Yield ◽  
Optimum Rate ◽  
Nitrogen Rates ◽  
Physical And Chemical

The low of growth and yield of lettuce is quite often caused by the low of soil fertility, especially nitrogen and C-organic content. Poor soil physical properties also contribute to the cause of low yield of lettuce. Improved soil physical and chemical properties by adding casting fertilizers and nitrogen are expected to be able to increase the yields of lettuce. The field experiment was conducted in Candikuning village, district of Baturiti, Tabanan regency, from October 2005 to January 2006. The objective of the experiment was to study the effect of casting fertilizer and nitrogen rates on the growth and yields of lettuce. A randomized complete block design was used in this experiment and two treatment factors were imposed. Those two treatment factors were rates of casting fertilizers (i.e. 0, 10, 20 and 30 t ha"1 ) and rates of N (i.e. 0, 92, 138 and 184 kg N ha"1), which were arranged factorially and repeated three times. Results of the experiment indicated that interaction between casting fertilizer and nitrogen rates did not significantly affect the yields of lettuce. The rates of N only significantly affected several growth variables and the oven-dry weight of heads plant-1. Increased rates of N from 0 to 92 kg N ha-1 significantly resulted in the oven-dry weight of heads of 2.798 g plant-1 which was 13.9% higher than that of 0 kg N ha-1. Rates of casting fertilizer significantly affected head diameter and the oven-dry weight of heads plant"1 and ha-1. Increased rates of casting fertilizer from 0 to 10 t ha-1 gave the oven-dry weight of heads as much as 0.232 t ha"1 or 9.43% higher than the weight given by the rate of 0 t ha-1. The effects of rates of casting fertilizer and N were only significant on several soil physical properties. The relationship between rates of casting fertilizer and yields of lettuce was quadratic (Y = 0.21135 + 0.0032 X - 0.001 X2 ; R2 = 0.981). The optimum rate of casting fertilizer was 16.0 t ha-1 with the maximum oven-dry weight of heads of 0.237 t ha-1, meanwhile, the optimum rate of N had not obtained in this experiment.

scholarly journals Pengaruh Beberapa Formula Pupuk Terhadap Sifat Kimia Tanah dan Hasil Tanaman Sawi Hijau (Brassica juncea L.) di Subak Tegal Lantang Kecamatan Denpasar Barat

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 110
Author(s):  
MADE KRISNANDA ADI SAPUTRA ◽  
KETUT DHARMA SUSILA ◽  
TATI BUDI KUSMIYARTI
Keyword(s):  
Brassica Juncea ◽  
Block Design ◽  
Organic Fertilizer ◽  
Chemical Properties ◽  
Dry Weight ◽  
Exchange Capacity ◽  
Soil Chemical Properties ◽  
Total N ◽  
Organic C ◽  
Randomized Block Design

Effect of Some Fertilizer Formulas on Soil Chemical Properties and Yield of Green Mustard (Brassica juncea L.) in Subak Tegal Lantang, West Denpasar District. The aims of this study is to determine the effect of several fertilizer formulas on soil chemical properties and yield of green mustard (Brassica juncea L.) in Subak Tegal Lantang, West Denpasar District. This study used a Randomized Block Design (RBD) consisting of 6 treatments including controls and repeated 4 times with a total of 24 treatment plots. Fertilization treatment consists of three types of fertilizers, namely organic fertilizer, inorganic fertilizer, and biofertilizer. The fertilizer formula tested consisted of P0 = control (without fertilizer), P1= 5 tons of compost ha-1 + 300kg Phonska ha-1 + 200kg Urea ha-1, P2= 5 tons of compost ha-1 + 300kg Phonska ha-1 + 200kg Urea ha-1 + biofertilizer (1 cc / liter water / plot), P3= 10 tons of compost ha-1 + 300kg Phonska ha-1 + 200kg Urea ha-1, P4= 10 tons of compost ha-1 + 300kg Phonska ha-1 + 200kg Urea ha-1 + biofertilizer (1 cc / liter of water / plot), P5= biofertilizer with a concentration of 1 cc / liter of water / plot. The data from the observed parameters then analyzed statistically using analysis of variance (Anova) to determine the significance of the treatment. If it has a significant effect on the parameters observed, then it will be followed by the LSD test at the 5% real level. The results of study showed that the fertilizer formula treatment had a very significant effect on organic-C (P <0,01) and significantly affected the plant fresh weight (P <0,05), but had no significant effect on the acidity (pH), total-N, available-K, available-P, cation exchange capacity, base saturation, plant height, number of leaves, and plant dry weight. The P4 fertilizer formula gave the highest increase in soil organic-C content significantly by 2.99% or an increase of 66% compared to the control and gave the highest yield of fresh greens mustard by 23.64 tons ha-1.

scholarly journals Peran Granulasi dan Pengayaan Terhadap Peningkatan Efektivitas Kompos pada Sawi, Selada, Kangkung, dan Bayam

2015 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 10
Author(s):  
Yudi Sastro ◽  
, I krarwati ◽  
, Suwandi
Keyword(s):  
Rock Phosphate ◽  
Block Design ◽  
Dry Weight ◽  
Fermentation Medium ◽  
Duncan Multiple Range Test ◽  
Fresh Weight ◽  
Liquid Fermentation ◽  
Microbial Cultures ◽  
Randomized Block Design ◽  
Range Test

<p>ABSTRACT</p><p>This  study  aimed  at  determining  the  effect  of  granulation  and  compost  enrichment  to  improve  the effectivity of compost on green mustard, lettuce, kangkong, and spinach. The granulation treatments i.e without and  with  granulation  and  the  enrichment  using  microbial  cultures,  the  liquids  from  the  rock  phosphate fermentation, and the mixture of microbial cultures and the liquids from the rock phosphate fermentation were as treatments . The combinations  of treatments  were  arranged using completely  randomized  block  design with 20 replications. Variables observed were plant height, leaf number, fresh weight and dry weight. The data were analyzed using analysis of variance  and foll owed by Duncan's Multiple Range Test.  The results showed that there was no significant interaction between granulation with enrichment to improve the effectivity of compost on green mustard, lettuce, kangkong, spinach. The compost granulation treatment significantly increased the effectivity of compost on green mustard and lettuce, but not  on  kangkong and spinach. The granulation even decreased  the compost effectiveness on spinach. The compost enrichments treatments significantly increased the effectivity of compost on green mustard, lettuce and spinach. The compost enrichments using the mixture of liquid fermentation medium of rock phosphate and microbial increased yield of green mustard and lettuce up to 48.4 and 60.1% respectively, while liquid fermentation medium of rock phosphate increased yield of spinach 75.0%.</p><p>Key words: compost, granulation, enrichment, vegetable</p><p>ABSTRAK</p><p>Penelitian  ini  bertujuan  untuk  mengetahui  pengaruh  granulasi  dan  pengayaan  terhadap efektivitas kompos pada sawi, selada, kangkung, dan bayam. Perlakuan penelitian terdiri atas perlakuan granulasi,  yakni  tanpa  dan  dengan  granulasi,  dan  perlakuan  pengayaan  yang  meliputi  kultur  mikroba, cairan media fermentasi batuan fosfat, dan campuran kultur mikroba dan cairan media fermentasi batuan fosfat.   Kombinasi  perlakuan  diatur  menggunakan  Rancangan  Acak  Kelompok  Lengkap  dengan pengulangan  sebanyak  20  kali.  Peubah  pengamatan  meliputi   tinggi  tanaman,  jumlah  daun,  dan  berat segar  serta  berat  kering  tanaman.   Data  hasil  pengamatan  dianalisis  menggunakan  analisis  varian  dan dilanjutkan  menggunakan   Duncan  Multiple  Range  Test.  Hasil  penelitian  menunjukkan  bahwa  tidak terdapat  interaksi  nyata  antara  perlakuan  granulasi  dan  pengayaan  terhadap  peningkatan  efektivitas kompos  pada  sawi,  selada,  kangkung  dan  bayam.  Perlakuan  granulasi  nyata  meningkatkan  efektivitas kompos  pada  sawi  dan  selada,  namun  tidak  pada  kangkung  dan  bayam.   Perlakuan  granulasi  bahkan menurunkan efektivitas kompos pada bayam.  Pengayaan  nyata  meningkatkan efektivitas kompos pada sawi, selada, dan bayam. Pengayaan  kompos menggunakan campuran kultur mikroba dan cairan medium fermentasi  batuan  fosfat  meningkatkan  hasil  sawi  dan  selada,  masing-masing  hingga  48,4  dan  60,1%, sedangkan cairan medium fermentasi batuan fosfat meningkatkan hasil bayam sebesar 75%.</p><p>Kata kunci: kompos, granulasi, pengayaan, sayuran</p>

scholarly journals Growth Response of Mucuna Cuttings to Concentration and Duration of Soaking Shallot Extract

2021 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 122-129
Author(s):  
Enda Sabda Gentri Sembiring ◽  
Julaili Irni ◽  
Rama Riana Sitinjak ◽  
Bayu Pratomo
Keyword(s):  
Growth Response ◽  
Block Design ◽  
Duncan Multiple Range Test ◽  
Soaking Time ◽  
Extract Concentration ◽  
Survival Percentage ◽  
Randomized Block Design ◽  
Two Factors ◽  
Number Of Leaves ◽  
Range Test

Introduction: This study aims to determine the growth response of Mucuna bracteata cuttings to the concentration and duration of soaking shallot extract. Materials and Methods: This study used a factorial Randomized Block Design (RBD) with two factors, namely: shallot extract concentration (P) consists of 4 levels, include P0= untreated, P1= 10 ml, P2= 20 ml, P3= 30 ml, meanwhile the soaking time (Q) consists of 4 levels, such as Q0= momentarily dipping, Q1= 15 minutes, Q2= 30 minutes, Q3= 45 minutes. The data was processed by ANOVA and if significant, then further tested with Duncan Multiple Range Test (DMRT) at the rate of 5%. Results: The concentration of shallot extract, soaking time and their interaction had a very significant effect on the survival percentage of Mucuna bracteata D.C. cuttings. The highest survival percentage of cuttings of Mucuna bracteata on the effect of shallot extract concentration and soaking time was obtained in the P0Q0, P0Q1, and P3Q2 treatments after the lid was opened at 4 weeks after planting. In the number of leaves also had significant effect in the interaction of two factors

scholarly journals PENGARUH KONSENTRASI PUPUK ORGANIK CAIR SERTA VARIETAS DAN GALUR TERHADAP PERTUMBUHAN DAN PRODUKSI BENIH TANAMAN KACANG PANJANG (Vigna sinensis (L.) Savi ex Hassk.)

2021 ◽  
Vol 46 (3) ◽  
pp. 278
Author(s):  
Arnandha Desya Refaldi ◽  
Prasodjo Soedomo ◽  
Muharam Muharam ◽  
Yayu Sri Rahayu
Keyword(s):  
Seed Weight ◽  
Block Design ◽  
Organic Fertilizer ◽  
Agricultural Technology ◽  
Vegetable Crops ◽  
Duncan Multiple Range Test ◽  
Randomized Block Design ◽  
Main Plot ◽  
Range Test ◽  
Plot Design

Long bean production in Indonesia continues to decline every year, this is due to land conversion and the lack of application of agricultural technology. One of the efforts to increase long bean production is by multiplying quality seeds using organic materials as nutrients needed by plants. This study aims to determine the response of the growth and production of long bean seeds to the interaction of strains, varieties with a concentration of liquid organic fertilizer. The research was conducted at the Vegetable Crops Research Institute, Lembang, West Bandung Regency from July 2020 to January 2021. The research method used was an experimental method with a Randomized Block Design (RBD) with a split-plot design consisting of 2 factors: the first factor (main plot) (A) was the variety and strain with 2 levels, a1 (Tavi canton variety) and a2 (pras-1 strain).The second factor (subplot) (B) is concentration of biopras-1 with 5 levels, b1 (0 cc/l-1 water), b2 (1 cc/l-1 water), b3 (2 cc/l-1 water), b4 (3 cc/l-1 water) and b5 (4 cc/l-1 water). The effect of the treatment was analyzed by means of variance and if the f test at 5% level was significantly different, then to find out the best treatment was continued with the DMRT (Duncan Multiple Range Test) at the 5% level. The results showed that there was an interaction between varieties, lines with various concentrations of biopras-1 liquid organic fertilizer on dry seed weight per plant, dry seed weight per plot, and 1000 seeds weight. Treatment of pras-1 lines with the concentration of liquid organic fertilizer biopras-1 4 cc / l of water was able to give the best results on dry seed weight per plant (35.31 gr), dry seed weight per plot (1.298.20 gr or 2.16 Ton/ha-1) and the weight of 1000 seeds (153.10 gr).

scholarly journals Effects of silicate application on soil fertility and wheat yield

2015 ◽  
Vol 36 (6Supl2) ◽  
pp. 4071 ◽  
Author(s):  
Marcos Vinícius Mansano Sarto ◽  
Maria do Carmo Lana ◽  
Leandro Rampim ◽  
Jean Sérgio Rosset ◽  
Jaqueline Rocha Wobeto
Keyword(s):  
Grain Yield ◽  
Block Design ◽  
Wheat Yield ◽  
Chemical Properties ◽  
Magnesium Silicate ◽  
Exchange Capacity ◽  
Soil Chemical Properties ◽  
Randomized Block Design ◽  
Fe And Mn ◽  
Calcium Magnesium

<p>An improvement in soil chemical properties and crop development with silicate application has been confirmed in several plant species. The effects of silicate application on soil chemical properties and wheat growth were investigated in the present study. The experiment was carried out in 8-L plastic pots in a greenhouse. Treatments were arranged in a randomized block design in a 3 × 5 factorial: three soils [Rhodic Acrudox (Ox1), Rhodic Hapludox (Ox2) and Arenic Hapludult (Ult)] and five silicate rates (0, 1, 2, 4 and 6 Mg ha–1 of calcium/magnesium silicate), with four replications. The plant length, number of spikes per pot, shoot dry matter and grain yield, were measured after 115 days of wheat (<em>Triticum aestivum </em>L.) growth. Changes in the soil chemical properties (pH, H+ + Al3+, Al3+, P, K, Ca, Mg, Si, Cu, Zn, Fe and Mn) were analyzed after wheat harvest. Application of calcium/magnesium silicate reduces the potential acidity (H+ + Al3+) and Al3+ phytotoxic; and increases the soil pH, available Ca, Mg and Si, cation exchange capacity (CEC) and soil base saturation. Silicate application did not affect the available P, exchangeable K and availability of micronutrients (Cu, Zn, Fe and Mn) in the three soils. The application of calcium/magnesium silicate in an acid clayey Rhodic Hapludox improves the development and yield of wheat; however, the silicate application in soil with pH higher to 5.3 and high Si availability does not affect the agronomic characteristics and grain yield of wheat.</p><p><strong> </strong></p>

Effect of integrated nutrient management on physical and chemical properties of soil

2016 ◽  
Vol 35 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Suman Meena ◽  
Narendra Swaroop ◽  
Joy Dawson
Keyword(s):  
Nutrient Management ◽  
Particle Density ◽  
Sandy Loam ◽  
Pore Space ◽  
Block Design ◽  
Chemical Properties ◽  
Available Nitrogen ◽  
Randomized Block Design ◽  
Loam Soil ◽  
Physical And Chemical

A field experiment was conducted during <italic>Kharif</italic> season 2014 at the Research farm of Soil Science Allahabad School of Agriculture, laid out in randomized block design on sandy loam soil, containing sand 62.71%, silt 23.10% and clay 14.19% (Inceptisols). It was observed that for post harvest soil properties in treatment N<sub>20</sub>+ FYM @ 10 t ha<sup>−1</sup> and <italic>Rhizobium</italic> P<sub>40</sub>K<sub>40</sub> were improved significantly due to integrated use of inputs. Organic carbon-0.75%, available nitrogen- 333.23 kg ha<sup>−1</sup>, phosphorus- 34.58 kg ha<sup>−1</sup>, potassium -205.83 kg ha<sup>−1</sup>, pore space -50.80 %, pH -6.80 were found to be significant and bulk density -1.07 Mgm<sup>−3</sup>, particle density -2.62 Mgm<sup>−3</sup>, EC at 27°C -0.24 dSm<sup>−1</sup> were found to be non-significantly improved in this treatment.

scholarly journals Optimasi Waktu Inkubasi Lactobacillus rhamnosus SKG 34 Dalam Produksi Enzim Penggumpal Susu

2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
pp. 108
Author(s):  
Wulandari Setiadarma ◽  
Dewa Gede Mayun Permana ◽  
Komang Ayu Nocianitri
Keyword(s):  
Incubation Time ◽  
Protease Activity ◽  
Block Design ◽  
Lactobacillus Rhamnosus ◽  
Duncan Multiple Range Test ◽  
Milk Clotting ◽  
Randomized Block Design ◽  
Milk Clotting Enzyme ◽  
Specific Protease ◽  
Range Test

This study aims to determine the effect of incubation time on milk clotting enzyme (MCE) activity produced by L. rhamnosus SKG 34 and determine the optimum incubation time to produce the highest its activity. This study used a randomized block design (RBD) with incubation time as a treatment consisting of 8 levels, that were 6 hours, 12 hours, 18 hours, 24 hours, 30 hours, 36 hours, 42 hours, and 48 hours. Data were analyzed with Variance Analysis (ANOVA) than followed by Duncan Multiple Range Test (DMRT). The analyzed were repeated 3 times resulting in 24 experimental units. The results showed that the incubation time significantly affected protease activity, MCE activity, specific protease activity and ratio of MCE to protease but did not affect the total LAB. The optimum incubation time of L. rhamnosus SKG 34 is 12 hours with total LAB 1.83 x 109 CFU/ml and protease activity 180.67 U/ml, MCE activity 595.06 SU, protease spesific activity 73.149 U/mg and ratio of MCE to protease 3.29 SU/U. Keywords : incubation time, Enzyme protease, Lactobacillus rhamnosus SKG 34, Milk clotting enzyme.

scholarly journals PENGARUH HERBISIDA BERBAHAN AKTIF PARAQUAT TERHADAP PERSENTASE KEMATIAN GULMA DAN JUMLAH MIKROORGANISME TANAH

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 99-108
Author(s):  
Sakiah Sakiah ◽  
Guntoro Guntoro ◽  
Adri Moses Manullang
Keyword(s):  
Soil Microorganisms ◽  
Block Design ◽  
Mimosa Pudica ◽  
Duncan Multiple Range Test ◽  
Ageratum Conyzoides ◽  
Randomized Block Design ◽  
Range Test

Paraquat is an active herbicide used to control weeds chemically. This research aim is to determine the effect of herbicide applications with active paraquat matters on the percentage of weed mortality and the number of soil microorganisms. This research used a non-factorial randomized block design with five levels of treatment, that is P0: control; P1: 5 ml of paraquat in 1 litre of water, frequency of application is once a week; P2: 10 ml of paraquat in 1 litre of water, frequency of application is once a week; P3: 10 ml of paraquat in 1 litre of water, frequency of application is once in two weeks; and P4: 5 ml of paraquat in 1 litre of water, frequency of application is once in two weeks. The results of the observations were compiled in a Variety Checklist and continued with the Duncan Multiple Range Test. The results showed that the dominant weeds in the research plot were Ageratum conyzoides, Mimosa pudica, and Paspalum commersonii.The application of 5 ml/l paraquat herbicide, the frequency of application once a week was effective in reducing weed mortality. However, the use of paraquat did not significantly affect the number of soil microorganisms

scholarly journals EFFECTS OF IRRIGATION FREQUENCY ON PLANT GROWTH AND NUTRIENT LEVELS OF PINE BARK MEDIA

HortScience ◽  
1990 ◽  
Vol 25 (8) ◽  
pp. 849c-849
Author(s):  
T.E. Bilderback
Keyword(s):  
Plant Growth ◽  
Shoot Growth ◽  
Chemical Properties ◽  
Dry Weight ◽  
Pine Bark ◽  
Growth Responses ◽  
Irrigation Frequency ◽  
Foliar Tissue ◽  
Physical And Chemical ◽  
And Chemical Properties

Ilex × `Nellie R. Stevens' holly, Rhododendron sp. `Hinodegeri' azalea and Pyracantha coccinea, scarlet firethorn rooted cuttings were potted in • 3.81 containers. Irrigation was applied by Dram rings daily, or every 2,4,or 6 days. Approximately 1000 ml of water were applied at each irrigation. Three container media, including pine bark, and pine bark amended with either Terra-Sorb AG synthetic moisture extender incorporated at 1.2 kg/m3 or Aqua-Gro G wetting agent incorporated at 0.9 kg/m3 plus monthly drenches of 700 ml of 2500 ppm Aqua-Gro L were compared for physical and chemical properties and plant growth responses. Decreasing irrigation decreased pH, increased nutrient leachate levels, and increased foliar tissue levels of N,P,K,Ca,and Fe in holly and azalea. Pyracantha top and root dry weight was reduced at 4 and 6 day irrigation intervals, holly top growth was reduced by 6 day and azalea had greatest shoot growth at 2 day irrigation and was reduced by other irrigation frequencies. Top growth of all 3 species and root growth of pyracantha was reduced in the pine bark treatment.

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