Raised Beds Research Articles

A study on the actual usage of perennial and native plants in streetside flower beds

A study on the actual usage of perennial and native plants in streetside flower beds

An Examination of Outdoor Garden Bed Designs in a Subarctic Community

At the global level, interest is growing in extending agricultural activities northwards to increase future food production. Agricultural activities are emerging at the local level in the subarctic and Arctic regions in order to adapt to climate change, mitigate food insecurities, and build up food autonomy. This pilot crop management study was situated in the Hudson Bay Lowlands within an isolated, Indigenous community garden site surrounded by a mature shelterbelt. The study’s purpose was to compare kale growing in three types of low-cost garden bed treatments (four plots per treatment) under ambient conditions in a subarctic climate. The 2019 study measured aboveground biomass and total leaf surface area of kale, monitored soil climate conditions of each treatment, and deciphered, with regards to regional suitability, the benefits and drawbacks of each garden bed treatment. Kale cultivated in the standard boxes (0.25 m height raised bed) and hügelkultur-style boxes (0.50 m height raised bed, including a layer of buried woody debris) resulted in 44 – 58% more aboveground mass and 52% more total surface area than were yielded in kale cultivated in the ground treatment (not elevated), but these increases did not represent statistically significant differences among treatments (ANOVA, p ≥ 0.12) because of the large variation likely from a small sample size. The two raised box treatments increased early-season soil temperatures by 0.5˚C to 2.5˚C and reduced soil moisture by 41% – 53% compared to the ground treatment. We determined that the standard box treatment is best suited for the study site for improving soil climate conditions, protecting against water erosion, and decreasing the need to bend over.

Estudo das características quantitativas de três culturas (peônias, hostas, íris) para uso em paisagismo urbano

Abstract The purpose of this study is a scientifically based selection of representatives of the genera Paeonia L., Hosta L. and Iris L., promising for use in urban landscaping. The choice of research objects is determined by three criteria. These are: 1) representatives of the genera Paeonia, Hosta and Iris - large generic complexes with a large number of cultivars; 2) their cultivars are characterized by a wide morphological diversity; 3) in Russia, these cultures have long been actively used in landscape design. Their own set of characteristics has been studied for them. These signs are important for the selection of plants used in the greened objects of the city. The genus Paeonia is represented by a sample of 19 cultivars of P. lactiflora Pall. with a Japanese flower shape. The variability of three quantitative characteristics was studied - the length of the stem, its thickness at the base and the diameter of the flower. The genus Hosta is represented by a sample of 23 names. The variability was studied according to four characteristics - the length and width of the leaf blade, the leaf area, and the length of the petiole. The genus Iris is represented by a selection of 10 names. The variability of six characteristics was studied - the height of the plant, the number of flowers on the peduncle, the length of the flower and the width of the flower, the length and width of the leaf blade. Statistical processing of the obtained data was carried out using the program “Statistica Base”. Classical methods of data processing are used. The development of models of flower beds is carried out using the AutoCAD program. From the total composition of the sample, promising varieties and forms were selected for each culture under study. In representatives of the genus Paeonia - this is the cultivar ‘Bu-Te’. For the genus Hosta, these are the cultivars ‘Frances Williams’ and ‘Liberty’. In the genus Iris, it is a form of natural origin I. sibirica f. albiflora. Based on the data obtained, 3 mixborders were designed with the participation of these cultivars and one form of natural origin.

Isolation of biotechnologically important enzyme producing Rhizobacteria from seasonal flower beds

This study aimed to isolate biotechnologically important enzyme like amylase and protease producing rhizobacteria from rhizospheric soil. Soil samples were collected from the rhizospherc of five different flowering plants from Curzon hall, University of Dhaka. A good number of bacteria were isolated. Among them 12 bacterial isolates were selected for detailed study based on their amylolytic and proteolytic activity. Starch hydrolysis ratio (SHR) of the studied isolates ranged in between 2.06 and 4.67, casein hydrolysis ratio (CHR) ranged in between 2.27 and 3.92. All the selected isolateswere Gram positive and rod shaped and provisionally identified as the member of the genus Bacillus with five different species viz. Bacillus alcalophilus, B. subtilis, B. pumilus, B. firmus and B. lentus. Amylase and protease production of the studied bacteria were estimated and it was ranged in between 29.11±9.57 to 35.78 ± 9.05 and 230.27±37.08 to 276.47 ± 55.01 U/ml. The highest amylase and protease producer were Bacillus alcalophilus (Ce104/S9/L) which could produce 35.78 ± 9.05 U/ml and Bacillus subtilis (Ca71/S5/L) could produce 276.47 ± 55.01 U/ml of protease, respectively. Maximum production of both amylase and protease was achieved in 24 h of incubation period at 37°C and pH 7.0. Dhaka Univ. J. Biol. Sci. 32(1): 65-71, 2023 (January)

Compost Making Machine

Compost making machines are an important tool for reducing the amount of waste that is sent to landfills. By composting organic waste such as food scraps and yard trimmings, composting machines can create a nutrient-rich soil amendment that can be used to fertilize garden beds, lawns, and houseplants. Composting also helps reduce pollution from methane emissions, which are generated when organic waste decomposes in landfills. Additionally, composting can help preserve vital topsoil, which is being depleted due to intensive farming practices and urbanization. Composting machines are a cost-effective and sustainable way to reduce environmental impacts and create a valuable soil amendment. The present work deals with a compositing machine that can help us preparing the manure and at the same time the waste being treated effectively maintaining the environmental friendliness.

Characterization of Plant Growth Promoting Rhizobacteria From Seasonal Flower Beds

The present investigations were carried out to screen the PGPR isolates from five separate seasonal flower beds (Catharanthus roseus, Portulaca grandiflora, Celosia argentea, Gomphrena globosa and Impatiens balsamina) of Curzon Hall, University of Dhaka. The bacterial load of the collected soil samples ranged in between 7.60 ± 6.01 × 106 and 9.49 ± 5.44× 108 cfu/g, 5.34 ± 4.06×106 and 13.4 ± 4.8×106 cfu/g and 1.01 ± 0.59×106 and 1.19 ± 0.95×108 cfu/g on Nutrient Agar (NA), Luria-Bertani (LB) and Yeast Extract Mannitol Agar (YEMA), respectively. All the selected eight isolates were Gram positive and rod shaped. All isolates were found to be IAA producer and 7 showed varying levels of phosphate solubilizing activity. IAA production and phosphate (P) solubilization of the selected isolates ranged in between 9.76 ± 5.98 to 17.99 ± 1.865 U/ml, and 1.17 ± 0.59 to 1.84 ± 0.499 mg/l. Maximum production of both IAA and phosphate solubilization was achieved in 24h of incubation period at 37°C and pH 7.0. Germination test against Mung Bean (Vigna radiata) revealed positive plant growth promoting activities and could be used as PGPR inoculant. Dhaka Univ. J. Biol. Sci. 31(2): 321-328, 2022 (July)

Проблемы организации лесопарковых зон на примере дендропарка г. Иркутска

In the structure of urban space, landscaping areas are extremely important due to purifying, environmental, aesthetic, scientific, educational and recreational functions. However, when creating green areas of cities, certain difficulties arise both in the implementation of legislative acts and in the design and implementation of planned works. The article discusses the features of the “Arboretum” of the Akademgorodok of Irkutsk. The history of its formation is presented. Taking into account these historically established conditions of formation and the initial concept of the park, which is close in its functions to the type of botanical garden, the problems that arose during its planning and implementation of the arrangement are considered. The following problems are noted: expansion of areas for buildings at the expense of green spaces; implementation of standard proposals for landscaping (placement of objects such as children's playgrounds, sports grounds and dog walking, scenes for entertainment events, etc.); excessive increase in the infrastructure of the park due to the excessively wide path network, flower beds with retaining walls, observation decks, etc., instead of increasing the plant diversity of the “Arboretum” and information support for scientific, educational and recreational functions corresponding to its basic concept. Recommendations for the improvement of the arboretum are proposed, enhancing its health, scientific and educational functions.

STAND STRUCTURE AND STATE OF PARK IMPROVEMENTS IN URBAN-TYPE SETTLEMENT OF PETROPAVLIVKA OF DNIPROPETROVSK OBLAST

We studied the range of woody and shrubby plants in the park of urban-type settlement Petropavlivka, their taxing characteristics, phytosanitary state, and compliance with the ecological conditions of the area. We carried out an assessment of the floral design and the level of improvement of the park and garden object. The territory of the park is divided into zones – children’s, memorial, walking, zone of quiet rest and cultural events. There are no small architectural forms, there is practically no park and garden equipment. The flower decoration of the park is unsatisfactory. Rectangular-shaped flower beds are located in the middle of the alleys. Apart from flowering plants, they include Juniperus sabina and Rose garden gr. Floribunda. The range of flowering plants is represented by 7 species of perennials from 7 genera, with Iris hybrida and Viola reichenbachiana dominating. 523 specimens of woody and shrubby plants grow in the park, which belong to 23 species from 11 families. The share of coniferous species is 7.27% in relation to all plants of the park. The species diversity index is 7.72, which characterizes it as an object with an insufficient level of dendro diversity for the park. The dominant tree species in plantations is Robinia pseudoacacia, there are somewhat less Acer platanoides trees, Ligustrum vulgare dominates among shrubs. Five families (Aceraceae, Salicaceae, Oleaceae, Pinaceae, and Rosaceae) are represented by three species each; the rest are represented by 1–2 species. The most numerous families in terms of the number of specimens are Oleaceae, Fabaceae and Aceraceae. 10 introduced species grow in the park, which is 40.15% in terms of the percentage of specimens. Trees with a height of 10.0 to 12.0 m predominate among plantings of the park. Their share is 27.08% of the number of all trees. The groups of 8.1–10.0 and 12.1–14.0 m are represented by a smaller number – 19.05% each. Most often there are trees with a trunk diameter of 28.1–34 cm, which is 27.38% of the total number of trees in the park. Robinia pseudoacacia dominates in this group. There are fewer woody plants in the groups of 22.1–28 and 34.1–40 m, which is 17.56 and 20.24% respectively. Only 3 specimens have a trunk diameter of more than 52 cm. Populus balsamifera. The vast majority of trees in the park of urban-type settlement Petropavlivka (69.8%) are classified as “healthy”, 21.4% are with signs of damage. 8.2% of trees are severely damaged. Only about half of the park’s woody plants are able to endure a long drought without damage, while others require additional watering during the dry period. 54.29% of plantations are not demanding for soil fertility, 39.57% are megatrophs.

The art of creating the landscape and green architecture of a million city for the harmonious development of personality

Active modern construction in cities with millions of inhabitants, such as Rostov-on-Don, requires strict compliance with construction standards to ensure the safety of all aspects of urban space formation in compliance with the needs of the population and to harmonise the urban architectural and landscape environment along with the existing natural landscape. This process should be carried out within the framework of ecology, videoecology, and an artificial environment created by human hands, harmonising the formation and development of a inhabitants' personality. Includes a historical cross-section of the urban environment, that is, the preservation of historic buildings since the city's foundation. They are not only the history and pride of our native land, but also the basis of civic and patriotic education. Separate districts of the city and suburbs have historically formed in the commonwealth of two peoples, Russian and Armenian, who have lived in friendship and harmony all this time. Rostov is the gateway to the Caucasus. With the development of construction, the urban population is increasingly replenished with the migration of new people from the south of the country. At least a video-ecological comfortable environment that does not irritate a person is of great significance. Every visitor, if he has decided to become a resident of our city, should also feel comfort and tranquility in terms of his social security. A significant role in this is played by the videoecological psychophysiological environment of the city. Beautiful green architecture and a beautiful landscape with trees and bushes, colourful flower beds that not only please the eye, but also form a modern harmonious living space of the city, which is especially important in a digital society.

긍석 김진만의 항일독립운동

Kim Jin-man has been one of the representative literary painters of the 20th century who has established his art world through Sagunja painting and Gimyeongjeolji painting and influenced the flower bed for a long time since he had academic ability. In order to restore the independence of the Japanese colonial eran people and achieve national independence, he started the Reconstruction Achievement Friendship Association and the “Daegu Pistol Incident”. He was a representative anti-Japanese independence activist in Daegu in the 1910s who promoted the anti-Japanese independence movement. His anti-Japanese independence movement was inherited over three generations. Soon, he continued to his grandson Kim Il-sik, following his sons Kim Young-jo and Kim Young-ki. Through this, the Kim Jin-man family established the overall image of the three major independence movements. In addition, the three major independence movements of the Kim Jin-man family were consistent with the chang e in the route of the anti-Japanese independence movement in Japanese colonial era. The three major independence movements of the Kim Jin-man family have great implications for the direction that our society should view and predict even today in the 21st century.

Isolation and Screening of Aspergillus niger and Bacillus coagulans as Potential Candidates for Amylase and Glucose Isomerase Production

There is an increasing demand for high fructose corn syrup as an alternative to glucose especially for use by people with diabetes due to its low glycemic index. The high cost of this product coupled with its high demand has attracted the attention of many researchers to search for an alternative and sustainable production route. Therefore, the focus of this work was isolating and screening Aspergillus niger and Bacillus coagulans as possible producers of amylase and glucose isomerase respectively, which are needed to produce high fructose corn syrup. Nine (9) samples of loamy soil were taken from three (3) separate locations (BG = Botanical Garden, RD = Refuse Dumpsite, FB = Flower Bed) to isolate the bacterium and fungus. Based on the lacto-phenol cotton blue stain preparation under a microscope, colonies that were thought to be Aspergillus niger colonies were observed and further identified. Cultural, microscopic, and biochemical characteristics were used to confirm the identification of colonies that were thought to be Bacillus coagulans. The probable isolates of Aspergillus niger and Bacillus coagulans were then screened for amylase and glucose isomerase production respectively. Out of the total of nine (9) soil samples analysed, 5 (55.6 %) were positive for Aspergillus niger. A higher isolation rate of Aspergillus niger, 2 (66.7 %) was recorded in soil samples from botanical garden (BG) and flower bed (FB). The lowest isolation rate, 1 (33.3 %) was observed in soil obtained from the refuse dump. Out of all the isolates screened for their potential to produce amylase, the isolate from the botanical garden showed the highest zone of starch hydrolysis (28 mm), and the isolate from the flower bed showed the least zone of hydrolysis of starch (13 mm). On the other hand, out of the nine (9) soil samples analysed, 6 (66.7 %) were positive for Bacillus coagulans and the highest occurrence of Bacillus coagulans, 3 (100 %) was recorded with soil from botanical garden (BG1), while the least occurrence, 1 (33.3 %) was observed in soil from flower bed (FB2). The probable isolates of Bacillus coagulans screened for glucose isomerase production revealed that all the six (6) isolates produced glucose isomerase, with isolate from refuse dump (RD2) producing the highest concentration of glucose isomerase (4.7014 g/L).

Spicy plants in the landscape compositions of the Syrets Arboretum

Purpose. To analyze the taxonomic and varietal diversity of the collection of spicy plants of the Syrets Arboretum, evaluate their decorative qualities and determine the directions of use in landscape design. Methods. The subject of the study is spicy plants grown on the territory of the Syrets Arboretum, which are a part of the collection of open ground plants. The species and varieties of this group of plants were introduced in the arboretum from 1949 to 2021. In the process of research, methods of analysis and synthesis, comparison and generalization of information were used. Results. It has been established that the collection of spicy plants of the Syrets Arboretum includes 69 taxa belonging to 33 gene­ra, 12 families. There are 52 species and 25 cultivars among them. The largest number of representatives are in the families Lamiaˆceae – 32 taxa, Amaryllidaceae – 11 taxa and Aste­raceae – 9 taxa. The life forms of spicy plants are represented by woody (19 taxa) and herbal plants (50 taxa, of which 10 annual, 2 biennial, and 38 perennial forms). The traditional fields of application of spicy plants are food, medicine (pharmacology) and perfumery. In addition, their decorative varieties and cultivars are used to create landscape compositions. In particular, on the territory of the Syrets Arboretum, spicy plants are the compositional basis of the thematic “garden of spicy aromatic plants”, they are used as elements of classic flower beds and summer compositions, thematic compositions (national and pharmacy gardens, vegetable flower beds), alpine slides and rocky gardens, etc. Conclusions. Many years of experience in landscape design and creation of floral arrangements in the Syrets Arboretum showes that spicy plants are an important element in all types of tested decorative compositions. It is revealed that out of 69 spicy plants that grow on collectible plantings of the Sirets Arboretum, 51 have decorative qualities and are used as decorative-floral and decorative-deciduous species. The taxonomic and varietal variety of spicy plants has considerable potential for breeding work and creation of highly decorative landscape compositions of various purposes. Due to the availability of different life forms and biomorphological features, it is advi­sable to use spicy plants in different types of plantations for decorative gardening and landscape design.

Performance of different conservation practices for irrigated paddy rice (Oryza sativa) cultivation as affected by soil texture of Mymensingh region in Bangladesh

Soil moisture is critical to the growth and yield-contributing character traits of rice. However, few studies have yet to outline the effects of soil texture on irrigated paddy rice cultivation under diverse conservation techniques. In this regard, an experiment was conducted at the Field Irrigation Laboratory of Bangladesh Agricultural University to investigate the water productivity and yield-contributing characteristics of paddy rice (Oryza sativa L.; variety: BRRI dhan 28) during Boro season for two years with two different soil textures (silt loam, 2019 and loam, 2020) and three different irrigation techniques, namely, Alternate Wetting and Drying (AWD), Raised Bed (RB) and the conventional Continuous Flooding (CF). It was observed that seepage in CF treatment was higher than that of AWD and RB. Highest grain yield (6.70±0.04 t/ha) was found for 15 cm AWD treatment (irrigation applied when water level reached 15 cm below ground surface) for silt loam and the same for loam soil was 6.53±0.50 t/ha under 10 cm AWD treatment. CF method of irrigation yielded grain lowest for both silt loam (5.47±0.05) t/ha and loam (5.28±0.19) t/ha soil. For both soil textures, CF treatment required more water than conservation treatments and resulted in lower water productivity. Again, for both the types of soil, AWD performed comparatively better than the CF, especially 15 cm AWD for silt loam soil and 10 cm AWD for loam soil because it required minimum water for paddy rice cultivation and its water productivity was maximum for the same rice production. Therefore, adopting these water-conserving methods would have a considerable implication for water-scarce agricultural regions.

TAXONOMIC COMPOSITION, BIO-ECOLOGICAL PROPERTIES, ORNAMENTAL QUALITIES AND PROSPECTS OF ECONOMIC USE OF THE COLLECTION OF ANNUALS OF THE BOTANICAL GARDEN OF BILA TSERKVA NATIONAL AGRARIAN UNIVERSITY

The article highlighted the results of the analysis of collection of annual flowering-and-ornamental plants in the Botanical Garden of Bila Tserkva National Agrarian University. It was found that the collection of annuals included 76 species and 267 varieties belonging to 61 genera and 27 families. The largest number of species was represented by the families Asteraceae – 25 and Amaranthaceae – 6 species. Callistephus chinensis (L.) Ness. species containing 171 varieties belonging to three classes, 10 types and 44 varietal types and Tagetes L. genus including three species and 42 varieties were distinguished by varietal diversity. The taxonomic composition of the collection of annual flowering-and-ornamental plants was analyzed and it was established that 53% belonged to beautiful flowering plants, 21% to leafy ornamental plants, 10% to fragrant plants, 7% to dried flowers, 5% to climbing plants, 4% to ground cover species. It was established that all species and varieties of the collection differed in origin, height of shoots, nature of branching. According to the methods of cultivation, 78,3% of the species and varieties of the collection were suitable for sowing in open ground, and only 21,7% required a seedling method of cultivation. Analysis of flowering dates showed that 22,5% of the species and varieties of the collection began flowering 8-9 weeks after sowing, 52,3% – after 10-12 weeks and 25,2% – after 13-14 weeks after sowing seeds. Ornamental qualities of annuals, in particular, growth forms and height of plants, color palette of flowers and inflorescences, terry forms of flowers, their aromatic properties, variety of shapes and sizes of leaves, long and abundant flowering and resistance to the conditions of urboecosystems allowed to widely introduce annual flower plants into urban landscaping, in particular, in geometric flower beds, mixed borders, rabatka, borders, solitaires, groups, Moorish lawns, parterre flower beds and to create monoculture gardens.

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Organization of an Inclusive Educational Environment for the Students with Special Needs /

The article analyzes the communicative activity of those students who have difficulties in mental development, as a condition for organizing an educational environment for children with special needs. It was concluded that the inability to communicate with school peers, teachers, and adults affects the organization of an inclusive educational environment (hereinafter – IES) for children with special educational needs (hereinafter – SEN). An example of creating an IES in an elementary school is offered. Specific difficulties that hinder the development of communication (communicative skills) among children aged 7 – 10 with limited health opportunities have been identified. The importance of game activities in the process of organizing an educational space for children with special needs is emphasized. An original author’s method of formation of communication skills of students with SEN is proposed, which was based on the key provisions of the pedagogical system of the Italian scientist, doctor, teacher, civic activist, and organizer of educational institutions around the world M. Montessori. Creating an inclusive educational space for children with special needs, we programmed situations where students would develop self-care skills (dressing and undressing, changing shoes, cleaning, dusting, sweeping, taking care of flowerpots, taking care of flower beds). Educational materials developed by M. Montessori were shown to the children. The teaching methods proposed by the scientist were also updated. The author’s method of formation of communicative skills of students with SEN provided for various forms and methods of learning, both traditional and innovative (project activity, competitions, dramatization, discussion, public performances, didactic games, etc.). The peculiarities of the functioning of the IOP under the conditions of distance learning caused by the spread of the Covid-19 pandemic are characterized. It is emphasized the importance of organizing the game activities of students with SEN as one of the conditions for the successful functioning of IES in the school. The risks posed by online education for children with SEN are highlighted. It was concluded that the process of forming communication skills in students with SEN under the conditions of quarantine restrictions and online learning will become more effective if group work is established (if possible) in the learning process in the classroom and proper pedagogical assistance is provided to the student with SEN at home.

Biological features of flowering of the genetic collection of plants of the family Onagraceae Juss. in the forest-steppe conditions of Western Siberia

Data on the timing of the onset of phenological phases and the duration of the flowering period of the genetic collection of annual flowering plants from three sections of the family Onagraceae Juss. are presented: Rhodanthos, Godetia and Phaeostoma of the Clarkia Pursh. generic complex, outside their natural habitats (ex situ), on the collection site of the Novosibirsk State Agrarian University. As a result of the evaluation of the flowering phenomena of Clarkia sections, two flowering periods were identified. The species were distributed into summer-flowering plants C. purpurea from the Godetia section - with a vegetation duration of 102 ± 2 days and summer-autumn C. amoena and C. amoena subsp. Lindleyi from the Rhodanthos section with a vegetation duration of 123 ± 2 days and a species of C. unguiculata blooming throughout the period from the Phaeostoma section with a vegetation duration of 126 ± 2 days. Correlation analysis showed a high dependence of the growth and development periods of Clarkia species on the sum of biologically active temperatures > 10 °C (0.77 - 0.99). Cpurpurea from the Godetia section has the greatest adaptive potential to local climatic conditions, it requires the least amount of biologically active temperatures of the growing season (1903 °C) for growth and development than two other sections: Phaeostoma (2090 °C), Rhodanthos (2188 °C). Thus, all three sections of the Clarkia family Onagraceae Juss. they are characterized by prolonged flowering in the conditions of the forest-steppe of Western Siberia, are promising for urban gardening, differ in the possibility of sowing seeds in the open ground and are suitable for flower beds of continuous flowering.

Hands-on childcare garden intervention: A randomized controlled trial to assess effects on fruit and vegetable identification, liking, and consumption among children aged 3-5 years in North Carolina.

Gardening at childcare centers may have a potent influence on young children's learning about fruits and vegetables and their development of healthy dietary behaviors. This randomized controlled trial examined the effect of a garden intervention on fruit and vegetable (FV) identification, FV liking, and FV consumption among 3-5-year-old children enrolled in childcare centers in Wake County, North Carolina, USA. Eligible childcare centers (serving primarily low-income families) were randomly selected and then randomly assigned to one of three groups: (1) intervention; (2) waitlist-control that served as a control in year 1 and received the intervention in year 2; or (3) no-intervention control. From the 15 participating childcare centers, 285 children aged 3-5 years were consented by their parents or guardians to participate. The intervention comprised six standardized, raised, mulched garden beds, planted with warm-season annual vegetables and fruits, and perennial fruits. A Gardening Activity Guide describing 12 age-appropriate, sequential gardening activities was distributed for teachers to lead hands-on gardening activities during the growing season. Data were gathered between Spring 2018 and Fall 2019. FV identification and liking were measured using an age-appropriate tablet-enabled protocol. FV consumption was measured by weighing each child's fruit and vegetable snack tray before and after tasting sessions. Compared to children receiving no-intervention, children who received the garden intervention showed a greater increase in accurate identification of both fruits and vegetables as well as consumption of both fruit and vegetables during the tasting sessions. Consistent with prior research, the effects on fruit consumption were greater than on vegetable consumption. There was no significant effect of the garden intervention on children's FV liking. Garden interventions implemented early in life foster learning about FV and promote healthy eating. Early exposure to gardening may yield a return on investment throughout the lifecourse, impacting healthy diet and associated health outcomes, which are particularly important within disadvantaged communities where children's health is challenged by a host of risk factors. Clinical Trials Registration #NCT04864574 (clinicaltrials.gov).

Ландшафтная организация территорий объектов культурно-бытового назначения

The historical scheme of the Moscow Palace of Pioneers is analyzed. The features of the reconstruction of the territory of the Moscow Palace of Pioneers are revealed. The master plan of the territory of the palace of creativity for children and youth of the city of Voronezh is shown. The distribution of trees by state categories and life forms is given. The location of flower beds on the territory of the Palace of Creativity for Children and Youth of the city of Voronezh is presented. The range of recommended plants, their exactingness to soil moisture and types of plantings for the object of landscape organization of the territory is characterized. It has been established that planting of tapeworms, landscape groups, row plantings and hedges is recommended on the territory of the design object. The structure of the master plan of the literary park on the territory of the palace of creativity for children and youth of the city of Voronezh is determined. The place of the design object on the panorama with a view of the Voronezh reservoir is indicated.

Інвентаризація об’єктів садово-паркового господарства скверу Т. Масарика м. Ужгород із використанням НЛС

Goal. The aim of the work was to show the main stages and prospects of analysis of the obtained data of ground laser scanning of small groups of green areas of cities on the example of T. Masaryk Square in Uzhgorod, as well as to compare this technology with the classical method of inventory of green areas..Method. The paper highlights the features of the inventory of garden and park facilities using ground-based laser scanning (NLS). The method of not only determination of existence of objects of green economy but also their characteristics is offered. The inventory of green plantations and the results of its application are described on the example of T. Masaryk Square in Uzhhorod. A comparison of inventory data collected by analog methods in 2017 and NLS data in 2021. Inventory of green plantations is carried out in accordance with the Instruction on technical inventory of green plantations in cities and towns of Ukraine every five years from April to October and provides: determination of the total area occupied by green facilities, including trees, shrubs , flower beds, lawns, trails, etc .; determination of the number of trees and shrubs by types of plantings, species, age, diameter at a height of 1.3 m of tree trunks and the state of their content; determining the value of the object as a whole and its individual areas; timely introduction of changes that have taken place in green areas, in drawings, passports of green facilities and summary data on green areas of the settlement. During the inventory, the following was carried out: determination of the total area occupied by green facilities, including trees, shrubs, flower beds, lawns, paths, etc .; determination of the number of trees and shrubs by type of plantings, species, age, diameter at a height of 1.3 m of tree trunks and the state of their maintenance; determining the value of the object as a whole and its individual areas; timely introduction of changes that have taken place in green areas, in the drawings, passports of green facilities and summary data on greenery of the settlement. Results. As a result of the research, a laser scan of T. Masaryk Square in Uzhhorod was performed and the obtained data were processed. A detailed inventory of greenery on the Independence Embankment, namely on the territory of the memorial square. Masaryk. After sub-tree accounting, 106 tree species of different species were studied. Conifers – 3 species, deciduous – 12. During the inventory of sanitary conditions, the following number of trees in each category: I category -49; II category – 33; III category – 1; IV category – 27; V category – 1. The general sanitary assessment of plantings is satisfactory with insignificant drought and emergency plantations of white poplar that need to be replaced.. Practical value. The obtained results can be used by the municipal authorities to tidy up and take care of T. Masaryk Square in Uzhhorod.