Plant Sciences Department - Gardening Place

Explore our faculty research interests in agronomy, horticulture, weed science, and rangeland systems at UW’s Plant Sciences Department across Wyoming’s landscapes. Assistant Professor of Forage Crop ... EurekAlert!: Spinach study: URI researcher awarded $296,000 USDA grant for core plant research Spinach study: URI researcher awarded $296,000 USDA grant for core plant research Plants are the backbone of our communities.

They make up our food supply and the ecosystems we rely on. However, they’re under constant attack from weeds, insect pests, diseases, and other dangers. Does anyone know of a eastern tree, suitable for zone 6, that has an interesting winter silhouette? I like the look of a black gum a few streets over, but I want to make sure that I do't over-look any other, possibly nicer ones, as this will probably be the last tree I ever plant.

plant sciences department, Thanks.