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Dr. Chris Marble

Chris Marble

(407) 410-6960
marblesc@ufl.edu
Mid-Florida REC
2725 Binion Road
Apopka, FL 32703

 

Dr. Chris Marble is an associate professor of ornamental and landscape weed management in the Department of Environmental Horticulture at the University of Florida. Marble is a passionate horticulturalist and educator, studying the growth and management of weeds and invasive plant species in landscapes and ornamental plant production. Marble’s research program aims to develop new methods of weed control using an integrated approach combining both chemical and non-chemical treatments.

Mica McMillan

Mica McMillan

(954) 577-6330
mica.mcmillan@ufl.edu
Fort Lauderdale REC
3205 College Avenue
Davie, FL 33314

 

Dr. McMillan is a soil scientist focused on nutrition and water stress of palms and ornamentals. Her research focus is on novel media and chemistries that improve water distribution and nutrient uptake to improve plant health and yield.  Dr McMillan’s research program is focused on hydrophilization of water-repellent soils, improving germination of seeds, and methods to improve plant uptake of nutrients to reduce runoff and leaching. Some of her research will focus on transplant stress, water quality issues and studying saltwater intrusion.