Works (28)

Updated: March 29th, 2025 05:01

2025 journal article

Biostimulants improve growth, yield and quality of Eustoma grandiflorum L. and Matthiola incana L.

Ornamental Horticulture, 31.

By: I. Ahmad*, H. Ashfaq*, J. Dole n, T. Hussain*, H. Safdar* & A. Jabeen*

author keywords: antioxidants; foliar spray; humic acid; Isabion; postharvest longevity; stem elongation
topics (OpenAlex): Plant Growth Enhancement Techniques; Flowering Plant Growth and Cultivation; Composting and Vermicomposting Techniques
Sources: Web Of Science, Crossref, NC State University Libraries, ORCID
Added: March 24, 2025

2023 article

Chemical Promotion of Branching and Stem Elongation of Poinsettia

Kalinowski, J., Ahmad, I., & Dole, J. M. (2023, May 3). HortTechnology, Vol. 33, pp. 286–295.

By: J. Kalinowski n, I. Ahmad n & J. Dole n

author keywords: bract expansion; cytokinins; dikegulac sodium; Euphorbia pulcherrima; gibberellins; height control
topics (OpenAlex): Plant Physiology and Cultivation Studies; Flowering Plant Growth and Cultivation; Plant Pathogens and Fungal Diseases
UN Sustainable Development Goals Color Wheel
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
2. Zero Hunger (Web of Science)
13. Climate Action (Web of Science)
15. Life on Land (OpenAlex)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: June 5, 2023

2022 article

Folk floral preservatives extend postharvest longevity of Eustoma grandiflorum L.

Fatima, K., Ahmad, I., Dole, J. M., Ahmad, N., Asif, M., Ziaf, K., … Fatima, K. (2022, April 19). Scientia Horticulturae, Vol. 301.

author keywords: Bacterial contamination; Chrysal; Floralife; Flower quality; Pulsing; Vase life
topics (OpenAlex): Postharvest Quality and Shelf Life Management; Flowering Plant Growth and Cultivation; Phytochemicals and Antioxidant Activities
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: June 6, 2022

2019 article

Comparison of corm soaks with preharvest foliar application of moringa leaf extract for improving growth and yield of cut Freesia hybrida

Ahmad, I., Tanveer, M. U., Liaqat, M., & Dole, J. M. (2019, May 3). Scientia Horticulturae, Vol. 254, pp. 21–25.

By: I. Ahmad n, M. Tanveer*, M. Liaqat* & J. Dole n

author keywords: Cut flower; Natural plant extracts; Plant growth regulators; Stress mitigation
topics (OpenAlex): Moringa oleifera research and applications; Flowering Plant Growth and Cultivation; Plant Growth Enhancement Techniques
TL;DR: It is demonstrated that MLE application significantly improved growth, quality and yield of Freesia hybrida by providing growth substances and minerals required for optimal growth and may be used by the growers as corm soak or foliar application for high quality cut freesia production. (via Semantic Scholar)
UN Sustainable Development Goals Color Wheel
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
2. Zero Hunger (Web of Science)
13. Climate Action (Web of Science)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: July 1, 2019

2019 article

Evaluation of the air pollution tolerance index of ornamentals growing in an industrial area compared to a less polluted area

Ahmad, I., Abdullah, B., Dole, J. M., Shahid, M., & Ziaf, K. (2019, July 11). Horticulture Environment and Biotechnology, Vol. 60, pp. 595–601.

author keywords: Ascorbic acid content; Industrial pollutants; Leaf chlorophyll content; Leaf extract pH; Ornamental plants; Pollution tolerance; Relative water content
topics (OpenAlex): Plant responses to elevated CO2; Urban Green Space and Health; Urban Heat Island Mitigation
UN Sustainable Development Goals Color Wheel
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
13. Climate Action (Web of Science)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: August 19, 2019

2019 article

Optimal sowing time and planting density for selected field grown cut Antirrhinum and Matthiola

Abdullah, B., Ahmad, I., & Dole, J. M. (2019, November 11). Scientia Horticulturae, Vol. 261.

By: B. Abdullah*, I. Ahmad* & J. Dole n

author keywords: Cut flowers; Snapdragon; Stock; Staggered sowings; Specialty cuts; Plant spacing
topics (OpenAlex): Flowering Plant Growth and Cultivation; Leaf Properties and Growth Measurement; Growth and nutrition in plants
TL;DR: For extending harvest season, Antirrhinum cultivars may be sown at same time, but Matthiola cultivars should be grown using staggered sowing times. (via Semantic Scholar)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: February 17, 2020

2018 article

Benzyladenine and gibberellic acid pulses improve flower quality and extend vase life of cut dahlias

Bergmann, B. A., Ahmad, I., & Dole, J. M. (2018, October 31). Canadian Journal of Plant Science, Vol. 99, pp. 97–101.

By: B. Bergmann n, I. Ahmad* & J. Dole n

author keywords: Cut flowers; Dahlia Cav.; postharvest handling
topics (OpenAlex): Flowering Plant Growth and Cultivation; Plant Physiology and Cultivation Studies; Plant Pathogens and Fungal Diseases
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: February 25, 2019

2017 article

Macronutrient application affects morphological, physiological, and seed yield attributes of Calendula officinalis L.

Ahmad, I., Jabeen, N., ziaf, K., Dole, J. M., Khan, M. A. S., & Bakhtawar, M. A. (2017, April 18). Canadian Journal of Plant Science, Vol. 97, pp. 906–916.

By: I. Ahmad n, N. Jabeen*, K. ziaf*, J. Dole n, M. Khan* & M. Bakhtawar*

author keywords: flower quality; N-P-K application; plant nutrition; seed production
topics (OpenAlex): Flowering Plant Growth and Cultivation; Plant Physiology and Cultivation Studies; Cynara cardunculus studies
TL;DR: Results demonstrated that a higher level of N along with lower level of P and K are vital for quality calendula flower and seed production. (via Semantic Scholar)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2016 article

BIO-CONTROL ACTIVITY OF BACTERIAL STRAINS ON POSTHARVEST PERFORMANCE OF Gladiolus L. HYBRIDS ‘MAMMOTH’

Ahmad, I., Saleem, M., Dole, J. M., & Matthysse, A. G. (2016, August 20). BIO-CONTROL ACTIVITY OF BACTERIAL STRAINS ON POSTHARVEST PERFORMANCE OF Gladiolus L. HYBRIDS ‘MAMMOTH.’ The Pakistan Journal of Agricultural Sciences, Vol. 53, pp. 593–598.

By: I. Ahmad n, M. Saleem n, J. Dole n & A. Matthysse*

author keywords: Pseudomonas fluorescens; Bacillus pumilus; Herbasperillum sp.; Delftia acidovorans; beneficial microbes; vase life
topics (OpenAlex): Flowering Plant Growth and Cultivation; Plant-Microbe Interactions and Immunity; Plant Growth Enhancement Techniques
TL;DR: The effect of bio-control bacterial strains, some of which have been proved effective for various agronomic crops, in controlling detrimental bacteria in vase solutions and effect on the postharvest water relations and quality characteristics of cut gladiolus are elucidated. (via Semantic Scholar)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2016 article

Postharvest performance of cut ‘White Prosperity’ gladiolus spikes in response to nano- and other silver sources

Ahmad, I., Saleem, M., & Dole, J. M. (2016, March 17). Canadian Journal of Plant Science, Vol. 96, pp. 511–516.

By: I. Ahmad n, M. Saleem* & J. Dole n

author keywords: cut flowers; nano-silver; silver nitrate; silver thiosulfate; vase life; water relations
topics (OpenAlex): Nanoparticles: synthesis and applications; Nanocomposite Films for Food Packaging
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2015 article

Paclobutrazol or Ancymidol Effects on Postharvest Performance of Potted Ornamental Plants and Plugs

Ahmad, I., Whipker, B. E., & Dole, J. M. (2015, September 1). HortScience, Vol. 50, pp. 1370–1374.

By: I. Ahmad n, B. Whipker n & J. Dole n

author keywords: Helianthus annuus; Petunia x hybrida; Tagetes erecta; Zinnia elegans; plant growth retardants; postharvest durability; simulated shipping
topics (OpenAlex): Flowering Plant Growth and Cultivation; Plant Physiology and Cultivation Studies; Powdery Mildew Fungal Diseases
UN Sustainable Development Goals Color Wheel
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
2. Zero Hunger (Web of Science)
13. Climate Action (Web of Science)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2015 article

Paclobutrazol or uniconazole effects on ethylene sensitivity of potted ornamental plants and plugs

Ahmad, I., Dole, J. M., & Whipker, B. E. (2015, July 2). Scientia Horticulturae, Vol. 192, pp. 350–356.

By: I. Ahmad n, J. Dole n & B. Whipker n

author keywords: Cuphea hyssopifolia; Petunia x hybrida; Portulaca oleracea; Plant growth retardants; Simulated shipping; Ethylene
topics (OpenAlex): Plant Physiology and Cultivation Studies; Postharvest Quality and Shelf Life Management; Flowering Plant Growth and Cultivation
TL;DR: Use of paclobutrazol or uniconazole controlled excessive plant growth of all three species, and plant growth retardants had no effect on postharvest ethylene sensitivity as most flowers abscised from all plants exposed to exogenous ethylene. (via Semantic Scholar)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2015 conference paper

Pre- and postharvest studies on Sandersonia x gloriosa 'Firelight' (SG84)

Xxix international horticultural congress on horticulture: sustaining lives, livelihoods and landscapes (ihc2014): international symposium on ornamental horticulture in the global greenhouse, 1104, 295–301.

By: I. Ahmad, J. Dole, G. Clark & K. Funnell

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2014 article

Effects of Daily Harvest Time on Postharvest Longevity, Water Relations, and Carbohydrate Status of Selected Specialty Cut Flowers

Ahmad, I., Dole, J. M., & Blazich, F. A. (2014, March 1). HortScience, Vol. 49, pp. 297–305.

By: I. Ahmad n, J. Dole n & F. Blazich n

author keywords: cut flowers; Eustoma grandiflorum; fructose; glucose; sucrose; Tagetes erecta; Zinnia elegans
topics (OpenAlex): Plant Physiology and Cultivation Studies; Flowering Plant Growth and Cultivation; Postharvest Quality and Shelf Life Management
UN Sustainable Development Goals Color Wheel
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
6. Clean Water and Sanitation (OpenAlex)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2014 article

Floral foam and/or conventional or organic preservatives affect the vase-life and quality of cut rose (Rosa×hybridaL.) stems

Ahmad, I., Dole, J. M., Clark, E. M. R., & Blazich, F. A. (2014, January 1). The Journal of Horticultural Science and Biotechnology, Vol. 89, pp. 41–46.

By: I. Ahmad n, J. Dole n, E. Clark n & F. Blazich n

topics (OpenAlex): Horticultural and Viticultural Research; Plant Physiology and Cultivation Studies; Postharvest Quality and Shelf Life Management
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2014 article

Homemade Floral Preservatives Affect Postharvest Performance of Selected Specialty Cut Flowers

Ahmad, I., & Dole, J. M. (2014, June 1). HortTechnology, Vol. 24, pp. 384–393.

By: I. Ahmad n & J. Dole n

author keywords: aluminum sulfate; citric acid; folk recipes; lisianthus; snapdragon; stock; vase life; zinnia
topics (OpenAlex): Flowering Plant Growth and Cultivation; Plant Physiology and Cultivation Studies; Postharvest Quality and Shelf Life Management
TL;DR: Overall, continuous vase application of the homemade preservatives resulted in longer vase life extension than 48-hour treatment, and C-IS, C-QA, soda, or citric acid demonstrated best postharvest performance of tested species. (via Semantic Scholar)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2014 article

Optimal postharvest handling protocols for Celosia argentea var. cristata L. ‘Fire Chief’ and Antirrhinum majus L. ‘Chantilly Yellow’

Ahmad, I., & Dole, J. M. (2014, May 16). Optimal postharvest handling protocols for Celosia argentea var. cristata L. ‘Fire Chief’ and Antirrhinum majus L. ‘Chantilly Yellow.’ Scientia Horticulturae, Vol. 172, pp. 308–316.

By: I. Ahmad n & J. Dole n

author keywords: Anti-ethylene agents; Celosia; Dry storage; Floral foam; Harvest stage; Holding solutions; Hydrators; Pulsing; Snapdragon; Vase life
topics (OpenAlex): Plant Physiology and Cultivation Studies; Horticultural and Viticultural Research; Postharvest Quality and Shelf Life Management
TL;DR: Vase life and quality of both ‘Fire Chief’ celosia and ‘Chantilly Yellow’ snapdragon stems can be extended by following appropriate postharvest handling procedures, and visual quality of later-harvested stems of both species was higher than early harvested stems. (via Semantic Scholar)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2014 article

Optimal postharvest handling protocols for cut ‘Line Dance’ and ‘Tap Dance’ Eremurus inflorescences

Ahmad, I., Dole, J. M., Schiappacasse, F., Saleem, M., & Manzano, E. (2014, October 6). Scientia Horticulturae, Vol. 179, pp. 212–220.

By: I. Ahmad n, J. Dole n, F. Schiappacasse*, M. Saleem* & E. Manzano

author keywords: Dry storage; Fox-tail lily; Harvest stage; Hydrators; Pulsing; Vase life
topics (OpenAlex): Plant Physiology and Cultivation Studies; Flowering Plant Growth and Cultivation; Postharvest Quality and Shelf Life Management
TL;DR: Eremurus, commonly known as Foxtail lily, is a novel, commercially important specialty cut flower, but postharvest handling procedures need to be optimized for longest vase life, and inflorescences of ‘Line Dance’ kept continuously in commercial preservatives had longestvase life compared with tap water and use of floral foam reduced vaseLife. (via Semantic Scholar)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2014 journal article

Paclobutrazol and ancymidol lower water use of potted ornamental plants and plugs

European Journal of Horticultural Science, 79(6), 318–326.

By: I. Ahmad, B. Whipker, J. Dole & I. McCall

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2014 journal article

Planting time, cultivar and preservative effects on the growth, yield, postharvest longevity and water relations of Gladiolus

Philippine Agricultural Scientist, 97(1), 28–35.

By: I. Ahmad, M. Yasin & A. Khan

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2014 article

Postharvest performance of cut carnation, chrysanthemum and rose as influenced by conventional and organic floral preservatives

Ahmad, I., Dole, J. M., Viloria, Z., & Blazich, F. A. (2014, January 31). Biological Agriculture & Horticulture, Vol. 30, pp. 109–118.

By: I. Ahmad n, J. Dole n, Z. Viloria n & F. Blazich n

author keywords: holding solutions; Dendranthemum grandiflora; cut flowers; Dianthus caryophyllus; vase life; hydrator; Rosaxhybrida
topics (OpenAlex): Plant Pathogens and Fungal Diseases; Postharvest Quality and Shelf Life Management; Plant Physiology and Cultivation Studies
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2014 article

Postharvest performance of cut marigold, rose, and sunflower stems as influenced by homemade and commercial floral preservatives

AHMAD, I., & DOLE, J. M. (2014, January 1). TURKISH JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURE AND FORESTRY, Vol. 38, pp. 916–925.

By: I. Ahmad n & J. Dole*

author keywords: Aluminum sulfate; citric acid; cut flowers; folk recipes; rose; vase life
topics (OpenAlex): Flowering Plant Growth and Cultivation; Plant Physiology and Cultivation Studies; Postharvest Quality and Shelf Life Management
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2014 article

Pulsing With Low Concentration Gibberellin Plus Benzyladenine or Commercial Floral Preservatives Affect Postharvest Longevity, Quality, and Leaf Chlorosis of Cut Lilies and Gladioli

Ahmad, I., Dole, J. M., & Favero, B. T. (2014, October 1). HortTechnology, Vol. 24, pp. 560–564.

By: I. Ahmad n, J. Dole n & B. Favero n

author keywords: plant growth regulators; senescence; vase life
topics (OpenAlex): Flowering Plant Growth and Cultivation; Plant Physiology and Cultivation Studies; Postharvest Quality and Shelf Life Management
TL;DR: Overall, overnight pulsing with GA4D7 D BA orGA4D 7 D BA D preservative extended the vase life and prevented leaf chlorosis and can be used by growers and wholesalers for maintaining quality of cut stems. (via Semantic Scholar)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2014 journal article

Vase water effects on postharvest longevity and water relations of Gladiolus grandiflorus 'White Prosperity'

Pakistan Journal of Agricultural Sciences, 51(1), 137–141.

By: M. Saleem, M. Khan, I. Ahmad & R. Ahmad

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2013 journal article

Humic acid and cultivar effects on growth, yield, vase life, and corm characteristics of gladiolus

Chilean Journal of Agricultural Research, 73(4), 339–344.

By: I. Ahmad, R. Saquib, M. Qasim, M. Saleem, A. Khan & M. Yaseen

Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2013 article

Preservatives and packaging material have an impact on the post-harvest longevity of cutRosa hybridaL. ‘Kardinal’ flowers

Ahmad, I., Dole, J. M., Saleem, M., Khan, M. A., Akram, A., & Khan, A. S. (2013, January 1). The Journal of Horticultural Science and Biotechnology, Vol. 88, pp. 251–256.

By: I. Ahmad n, J. Dole n, M. Saleem*, M. Khan*, A. Akram* & A. Khan*

topics (OpenAlex): Plant Physiology and Cultivation Studies; Flowering Plant Growth and Cultivation; Postharvest Quality and Shelf Life Management
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2013 article

Water quality effects on postharvest performance of cut calla, hydrangea, and snapdragon

Ahmad, I., Dole, J. M., Carlson, A. S., & Blazich, F. A. (2013, February 27). Scientia Horticulturae, Vol. 153, pp. 26–33.

By: I. Ahmad n, J. Dole n, A. Carlson n & F. Blazich n

author keywords: Antirrhinum majus; Hydrangea macrophylla; Zantedeschia spp.; Electrical conductivity; pH; Cut flower longevity
topics (OpenAlex): Postharvest Quality and Shelf Life Management; Plant Physiology and Cultivation Studies; Flowering Plant Growth and Cultivation
TL;DR: Each species had differing responses to varying pH and EC levels; however, solution pH should be low, as high pH solutions either had no effect or reduced vase life, such as with hydrangea. (via Semantic Scholar)
UN Sustainable Development Goals Color Wheel
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
6. Clean Water and Sanitation (OpenAlex)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

2012 article

Dry Storage Effects on Postharvest Performance of Selected Cut Flowers

Ahmad, I., Dole, J. M., Amjad, A., & Ahmad, S. (2012, August 1). HortTechnology, Vol. 22, pp. 463–469.

By: I. Ahmad n, J. Dole n, A. Amjad* & S. Ahmad*

author keywords: Eustoma grandiflorum; Rosa hybrida; specialty cut species; Tagetes erecta; vase life; Zinnia elegans
topics (OpenAlex): Plant Physiology and Cultivation Studies; Flowering Plant Growth and Cultivation; Postharvest Quality and Shelf Life Management
TL;DR: Storage method had no effect on leaf relative water content (LRWC) in lisianthus, marigold, and zinnia; however, LRWC decreased with increased storage duration, necessitating evaluation of storage method and duration effects for each species and cultivar to ensure extended storage life and improve postharvest quality. (via Semantic Scholar)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018

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