De shooting carnations for better flower quality
Author
Harry C. KohlAuthor Affiliations
Harry C. Kohl, Jr. is Professor of Environmental Horticulture, University of California, Davis.Publication Information
Hilgardia 24(12):10-11. DOI:10.3733/ca.v024n12p10. December 1970.
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Abstract
THIS DISCUSSION OF FLOWER QUALITY is limited to the three major factors in grading: flower size (weight), stem size (weight per unit stem length) and stem length. In general, the larger the flower and stem, the higher the quality.
Kohl H. 1970. De shooting carnations for better flower quality. Hilgardia 24(12):10-11. DOI:10.3733/ca.v024n12p10
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