Dr. Patricia R. Knight

Xing, Z., Bi, G., Li, T., Zhang, Q., Knight, P. R. 2025. Long-term rainfall–runoff simulations during fallow seasons in a humid region. Climate

Ray, J. T., Blythe, E. K., Bi, G., Knight, P. R., Reynolds, D. B., Bachman, G. R. 2025. Potential for phytotoxicity using alcohol-containing solutions of auxin in cutting propagation. HortTechnology 35(5):648-662.

DelPrince, J. M., Posadas, B. C., Ryals, J. L., Coker, C. E., Knight, P. R., Langlois, S. A. 2025. Consumer Preferences for Garland Designs. MAFES Research Bulletin 1253

Bowden, A., Knight, P. R., Ryals, J. L., Coker, C. E., Langlois, S., Broderick, S. R., Blythe, E. K., Sakhanokho, H. 2025. Evaluation of honey as a rooting adjuvant for cutting propagation of three common nursery crops. Agriculture 15(3).

Xing, Z., Bi, G., Li, T., Zhang, Q., Knight, P. R. 2024. Effect of Harvest Time on Growth and Bioactive Compounds in Salvia miltiorrhiza. Plants 13(13):1788.

Xing, Z., Bi, G., Li, T., Zhang, Q., Knight, P. R. 2024. Effect of Plant Density on Growth and Bioactive Compounds in Salvia miltiorrhiza. Agronomy 14(6):1157.

Xing, Z., Bi, G., Li, T., Zhang, Q., Knight, P. R. 2024. Effect of Plant Density on Growth and Bioactive Compounds in Salvia miltiorrhiza. Agronomy 14(6):1157.

Ryals, J. L., Bowden, A. T., Knight, P. R., Langlois, S. A., Coker, C. E., Drackett, P. R. 2023. Effect of Auxin Rate, Basal Wounding, Auxin Application Method, and Substrate on Propagation of Sweetbay magnolia (Magnolia virginiana L.). . Native Plants Journal 24(3):225-232.

Ryals, J. L., Knight, P. R., Williams, H. N., Langlois, S. A., Coker, C. E., DelPrince, J. M., Bowden, A. T., Drackett, P. R. 2023. Rooting response of Piedmont azalea (Rhododendron canescens) to auxin basal quick dip on single node cuttings. The Azalean-Journal of the Azalea Society of America 45:42-46.

Posadas, B. C., Coker, C. E., McLeod, C., Knight, P. R., DelPrince, J. M., Langlois, S. A., Ryals, J. L. 2023. Online Survey of Consumer Preferences for Poinsettia Cultivars. Horticulturae 9(4):449.

Xing, Z., Bi, G., Li, T., Zhang, Q., Knight, P. R. 2023. Plant Growth and the Contents of Major Bioactive Compounds of Salvia miltiorrhiza Bunge Grown in Mississippi, United States. Horticulturae 9(3):310.

Xing, Z., Bi, G., Li, T., Zhang, Q., Knight, P. R. 2023. Nitrogen fertilization improves growth and bioactive compound content for Salvia miltiorrhiza Bunge. Horticulturae 9(2):254.

Bowden, A., Knight, P. R., Ryals, J. L., Coker, C. E., Langlois, S., Broderick, S. R., Babiker, E., Sakhanoku, H. 2022. Evaluation of one-time applications of foliar applied auxin co-applied with surfactant for use in commercial cutting propagation. Agronomy 12(9):2243.

Coker, C. E., Knight, P. R., Posadas, B. C., Ely, R. M. 2021. Consumer acceptance and preference for winter rose poinsettia (Euphorbia pulcherrima L.) used as cut flowers. Journal of Horticulture and Landscaping 7.

Posadas, B. C., Knight, P. R., Stafne, E. T., Coker, C. E., Bachman, G. R., DelPrince, J. M., Langlois, S. A., Blythe, E. K. 2021. Economic Impacts of Horticulture Research and Extension at MSU Coastal Research and Extension Center. Horticulturae 7(8):236.

Ryals, J. B., Knight, P. R., Stafne, E. T. 2020. Rooting Response of Seven Passion Fruit Species to Basal Application of Auxin. HortTechnology 30(6):692-696.

Ryals, J. L., Knight, P. R., Stafne, E. T. 2020. Rooting response of seven passion fruit species to basal application of auxin. HortTechnology 30:692-696.

Posadas, B. C., Knight, P. R., Stafne, E. T., Coker, C. E., Blythe, E. K., Bachman, G. R., DelPrince, J. M., Langlois, S. 2020. Qualitative Assessment of the Economic Impacts of Horticulture Research and Extension at MSU Coastal Research and Extension Center. Horticulturae 6(4):106.

Stephenson, R. C., Coker, C. E., Posadas, B. C., Bachman, G. R., Harkess, R. L., Adamczyk, J. J., Knight, P. R. 2020. Economic Effect of Insect Pest Management Strategies on Small-scale Tomato Production in Mississippi. HortTechnology 30(1):64-75.

Stephenson, R. C., Coker, C. E., Posadas, B. C., Bachman, G. R., Harkess, R. L., Adamczyk, J. J., Knight, P. R. 2019. Economic effect of insect pest management strategies on small-scale tomato production in Mississippi. HortTech 30(1):64-75.

Smith, H. R., Harkess, R., Overstreet, C., Knight, P. R., Lawrence, G., Lawrence, K. P., Lang, D., Phillips, M. 2019. Effects of seed treatment nematicides on the growth and development of Gossypium hirsutum growing in Rotylenchulus reniformis infested soils under greenhouse environments. Nematropica 49(2):181-188.

Stephenson, R. C., Coker, C. E., Posadas, B. C., Bachman, G. R., Harkess, R. L., Adamczyk, J. J., Knight, P. R. 2019. Effect of high tunnels on populations of whiteflies, aphids, and thrips on tomatoes in Mississippi. Journal of Horticulture 6(3):259-267.

Coker, C. E., Knight, P. R., Posadas, B. C., Ely, R. 2019. Postharvest Evaluation of Winter Rose® Series Poinsettia Stems under Consumer Conditions. Journal of Floriculture and Landscaping 5.

Gregorc, A., Sampson, B., Knight, P. R., Adamczyk, J. 2019. Diet Quality Effects on Honey Bee (Hymenoptera: Apidae) Mortality Under Laboratory Conditions. J. Apicultural Res.

Posadas, B. C., Coker, R. Y., Coker, C. E., Langlois, S. A., Knight, P. R. 2018. Computer usage among nursery and greenhouse operations in selected Southern statesSouthern United States. Mississippi Agricultural and Forestry Experiment Station Bulletin 1225:9.

Ray, J. T., Blythe, E. K., Bi, G., Knight, P. R., Reynolds, D. B., Bachman, G. R. 2018. Isopropyl alcohol and auxin application method affect phytotoxicity of herbaceous stem cuttings. ISHS 1212:307-314.

Gregorc, A., Sampson, B., Knight, P. R., Adamczyk, J. 2018. Effects of coumaphos and imidicloprid on honey bee (Hymenoptera: Apidae) lifespan and antioxidant gene regulations in laboratory experiments. Scientific Reports 8:25.

DelPrince, J. M., Knight, P. R. 2018. Activities to Determine Interest in Master Floral Designer Certification Programming. National Association of County Agricultural Agents 11(1).

Gregorc, A., Alburaki, M., Sampson, B., Knight, P. R., Adamczyk, J. 2018. Toxicity of selected acaricides to honey bees (Apis mellifera) and Varroa (Varroa destructor Anderson and Trueman) and their use in controlling Varroa within honey bee colonies. Insects 9(2):55.

Gregorc, A., Werle, C., Knight, P. R., Adamczyk, J. 2017. Brood removal or queen caging combined with oxalic acid treatment to control varroa mites (Varroa destructor) in honey bee colonies (Apis mellifera) . Apidologie

Gregorc, A., Knight, P. R., Adamczyk, J. 2017. Powdered sugar shake to monitor and oxalic acid treatments to control varroa mites (Varroa destructor Anderson and Trueman) in honey bee (Apis mellifera) colonies. Journal of Apicultural Research 56:71-75.

Marble, C., Prior, S., Runion, B., Torbert, A., Gilliam, C., Fain, G., Sibley, J., Knight, P. R. 2016. Species and media effects on soil carbon dynamics in the landscape. Scientific Reports 6(25210).

Coker, R. Y., Posadas, B. C., Langlois, S. A., Knight, P. R., Coker, C. E. 2015. Current mechanization practices among greenhouse and mixed nursery/greenhouse operations in selected Gulf South states. Mississippi Agricultural and Forestry Experiment Station Bulletin 1208:9.

Cochran, D. R., Harkess, R. L., Knight, P. R., Tomaso-Peterson, M., Blythe, E. K., Gilliam, C. H. 2014. Evaluation of a Commercial Extract of Giant Knotweed on Drought Tolerance of Impatiens. HortScience 49(8):1034–1040.

Posadas, B. C., Knight, P. R., Coker, C. E., Coker, R. Y., Langlois, S. A. 2014. Hiring Preferences of Nurseries and Greenhouses in US Southern States. HortTechnology 24(1):107–117.

Posadas, B. C., Knight, P. R., Coker, C. E., Coker, R. Y., Langlois, S. A. 2014. Hiring Preferences of Nurseries and Greenhouses in U.S. Southern States. HortTechnology 24(1):107-117.

Mizell, R., Knox, G., Knight, P. R., Gilliam, C., Arthers, S., Austin, R., Baldwin, H., Batson, D., Boyd, Jr, D., Bolques, A., others, . 2012. Woody ornamental and landscape plant production and pest management innovation strategic plan. USDA Southern Region IPM Center, North Carolina State University, Raleigh

Marble, S. C., Prior, S. A., Runion, G. B., Torbert, H. A., Gilliam, C. H., Fain, G. B., Sibley, J. L., Knight, P. R. 2012. Effects of Fertilizer Placement on Trace Gas Emissions from Nursery Container Production. HortScience 47(8):1056-1062.

Posadas, B. C., Knight, P. R., Coker, C. E., Coker, R., Langlois, S. 2012. Economic Impacts of Mechanization or Automation on Horticulture Production Firms Sales, Employment, and Workers’ Earnings, Safety, and Retention. HortTechnology 22(3):388-401.

Posadas, B., Coker, C., Fain, G., Knight, P. R., Coker, R. 2010. Consumer Survery of Garden Chrysanthemums in Mississippi. HortTechnology 16(3):539–543.

Coker, R. Y., Posadas, B. C., Langlois, S. A., Knight, P. R., Coker, C. E. 2010. Current Mechanization Systems Among Nursery-Only and Mixed Operations in Selected Gulf South States. Mississippi Agricultural and Forestry Experiment Station Bulletin 1189:9.

Posadas, B. C., Coker, R. Y., Langlois, S. A., Knight, P. R., Coker, C. E. 2010. Operational Characteristics of Nurseries and Greenhouses in the Northern Gulf of Mexico States . Mississippi Agricultural and Forestry Experiment Station Bulletin 1184:9.

Posadas, B. C., Knight, P. R., Coker, R. Y., Coker, C. E., Langlois, S. A. 2010. Socioeconomic Characteristics of Workers in Nurseries and Greenhouses in the Northern Gulf of Mexico States. Mississippi Agricultural and Forestry Experiment Station Bulletin 1182:12.

Rojas, M., Morales-Ramos, J., Lockwood, M., Etheridge, L., Carroll, J., Coker, C. E., Knight, P. R. 2008. Area-Wide Management of Subterranean Termites Using Baits in South Mississippi. Agricultural Research

Posadas, B. C., Knight, P. R., Coker, R., Coker, C. E., Langlois, S., Fain, G. 2008. Socioeconomic Impact of Automation on Horticulture Production Firms in the Northern Gulf of Mexico Region. HortTechnology 18(4):697-704.

Posadas, B. C., Knight, P. R., Coker, R. Y., Coker, C. H., Langlois, S. A., Fain, G. 2008. Socioeconomic Impact of Automation on Horticulture Production Firms in the Northern Gulf of Mexico Region. HortTechnology 18(4):697-704.

Sun, J., Lockwood, M. E., Etheridge, J. L., Carroll, J., Hollomon, C. Z., Coker, C. E., Knight, P. R. 2007. Distribution of Formosan subterranean termite (Isoptera: Rhinotermitidae) in Mississippi. Journal of economic entomology 100(4):1400–1408.

Knight, P. R., Anderson, J. M., McLaurin, W., Coker, C. E. 2006. (57) Growth and Phenology of Lagerstroemia Hybrids in South Mississippi. HortScience 41(4):1042–1042.

Knight, P. R., Anderson, J. M., McLaurin, W., Coker, C. E. 2006. Crape myrtle evaluations in south Mississippi. HortScience 41(3):512–512.

Coker, C. E., Knight, P. R., Posadas, B., Langlois, S., Coker, R. 2006. Mississippi State University’s research and education efforts to increase nursery mechanization across the Gulf South. HortScience 41(3):514–514.

Posadas, B. C., Coker, C. E., Knight, P. R., Fain, G. 2006. Consumer Survey of Selected Garden Chrysanthemum Cultivars in Mississippi. HortTechnology 16(3):539-543.

Posadas, B. C., Coker, C. H., Knight, P. R., Fain, G. 2006. Consumer Survey of Selected Garden Chrysanthemum Cultivars in Mississippi. HortTechnology 16(3):539-543.

Coker, C. E., Knight, P. R., Anderson, J. M. 2005. Landscape performance of sun coleus in southern Mississippi. HortTechnology 15(3):690–693.

Knight, P. R., Coker, C. E., Fain, G., Pollard, A., Coggins, P. 2004. Consumer preferences for edible daylilies. Southern Nursery Assoc. Res. Conf 49:499–501.

Knight, P. R., Coker, C. E., Posadas, B. C., Anderson, J. M. 2004. Phytotoxicity and Weed Control Efficacy of Three Non-labeled Herbicides for Field-grown Hemerocallis spp. HortScience 39(4):745–745.

Klingeman, W. E., Eastwood, D. B., Brooker, J. R., Hall, C. R., Behe, B. K., Knight, P. R. 2004. Consumer Survey Identifies Plant Management Awareness and Added Value of Dogwood Powdery Mildew Resistance. HortTechnology 14(2):275-282.

DelPrince, J. M., Englebretson, E. A., Etheredge, C. L., Knight, P. R. 2025. A Primer for the Eco-Friendly Florist. Mississippi State University Extension

Coker, C. E., DelPrince, J. M., Knight, P. R. 2024. Daffodils for the Farmer Florist. Mississippi State University Extension

Coker, C. E., DelPrince, J. M., Knight, P. R. 2023. Celosia argentea var. plumosa for the Farmer Florist. Mississippi State University Extension

Coker, C. E., DelPrince, J. M., Knight, P. R., Bowden, A. 2023. Cockscomb (Celosia argentea var. cristata) for the Farmer Florist. Mississippi State University Extension

Bowden, A., DelPrince, J. M., Knight, P. R. 2022. Dutch Iris for the Farmer Florist. MSU Extension p3740.

DelPrince, J. M., Ryals, J. L., Coker, C. E., Knight, P. R. 2022. Mississippi-Grown Evergreens in Winter Sympathy Designs. MSU Extension p3775.

Bowden, A., DelPrince, J. M., Coker, C. E., Knight, P. R. 2022. L.A. Hybrid Lilies (Lilium longiflorum x Lilium asiatic) for the Farmer Florist. MSU Extension p3818.

Coker, C. E., DelPrince, J. M., Knight, P. R. 2022. Celosia argenta var. plumosa for the Farmer Florist. MSU Extension p3915.

DelPrince, J. M., Posadas, B. C., Knight, P. R., Coker, C. E. 2020. Magnolia Wreath for the Farmer Florist. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication P3553.

DelPrince, J. M., Posadas, B. C., Knight, P. R., Tanger, S. M., Coker, C. E. 2020. Pine and Magnolia Wreath for the Farmer Florist. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication P3499.