Phytosphere Research specializes in practical or "mission-oriented" research projects. Our goal is to provide sound information that will allow our clients to make informed resource management decisions. Phytosphere Research has completed a variety of research projects related to urban forestry and the ecology of oak woodlands and other California plant communities. In addition, the research backgrounds of the two principals include experience with many diverse projects, including biological control of aquatic weeds, studies of air pollutant effects on plants, agricultural pesticide evaluation, development of disease-resistant vegetable varieties, and assessment of factors affecting root diseases.
In addition to research, Phytosphere Research provides natural resource and horticultural consulting services. This consulting experience complements our research activities by keeping us involved with practical, day-to-day issues in resource management, urban forestry, and horticulture.
Clients
have included:
* USDA Forest Service
* US National Park Service
* University of California (Berkeley and Davis campuses)
* California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection
* California Department of Transportation
* City of Vacaville, California
* City of Fairfield, California
* City of Mountain View, California
* City of Rocklin, Cailfornia
* Solano Land Trust
* Sonoma County Fish and Wildlife Advisory Board
* Golden Gate National Parks Association
* California Native Plant Society
* Santa Clara Valley Water District
* Solano Irrigation District
* Pacific Gas and Electric Company
* Kashia Band of Pomo Indians of Stewarts Point Rancheria
* CH2M Hill
* Elmon Development, Inc.
* Marriott Facilities Management
* Riverbrook Partners
* Chalk Hill Winery
* Viansa Winery