10 Low-Water Ornamental Grasses Ideal for Water-Efficient Landscapes in Eagle Mountain, Utah
Brochure describing 10 low water grasses best for the central Utah town of Eagle Mountain.
Utah’s incredible geographic diversity results in a wide range of habitats that support a broad spectrum of native plant material. Over 385 species of native woody plants and over 100 species of Penstemon can be found in Utah alone!
One goal of the Center for Water Efficient Landscaping (CWEL) has been to explore potential uses of Utah native plants for Utah's urban landscapes.
Dr Youping Sun: Associate Professor (Landscape Horticulture), Utah State University Plants, Soils and Climate Department
Dr. Sun's research is in landscape horticulture with an emphasis on water conservation. Specifically, this research focuses on better understanding whole-plant responses to water stress and promotes the use of native plants for water-efficient landscaping through developing efficient propagation protocols and sustainable cultural practices.
Dr. Larry Rupp: Professor Emeritus (Horticulture), Utah State University Plants, Soils and Climate Department
Dr. Roger Kjelgren: former Professor (Horticulture) Utah State University Plants, Soils and Climate; Director, Mid-Florida Research and Extension Center, University of Florida (retired)
Dr. Heidi Kratch: former Assistant Professor (Horticulture), Utah State University, Plants, Soils and Climate; Professor & State Specialist, University of Reno, NV Extension (current)
The Center for Water Efficient Landscaping investigated select species found in low elevation habitats that are likely to use minimal water and provide aesthetic appeal in urban landscapes.
Once plants with superior landscape characteristics are identified in the field, CWEL researchers determine how they perform in a managed landscape and what their propagation and production requirements are.