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… Updated: March 10, 2023 How to choose healthy houseplants When shopping for a new house … leaves) are very popular houseplants. Also known as the Swiss cheese plant because of the holes that develop in its …

… County replaced portions of the lawn with native plants to increase native habitat and beauty in the landscape. Updated: August 2, 2024 Growing … I have many photos of the before, during, and after. When we moved in there was almost entirely grass. Now we have …

… greenhouse operations. Customers are planting vegetable and herb gardens. Vegetable transplants have insect problems … plants with minimal pesticide input. They sell most of the plant material retail, but some plants are sold … distorted damage on zinnia. Green peach aphids are a common aphid pest in greenhouses. On this gerbera is a heavy …

… dogwood (Cornus florida) is a relatively small flowering tree that is popular in Maryland home landscapes. Although it … species, it is susceptible to several diseases, pests, and abiotic (nonliving) problems that can reduce the quality … an occasional pest of dogwoods. They are  mostly seen on shrub dogwoods  - e.g., silky dogwood  ( Cornus amomum) and …

… Updated: March 13, 2023 By Christa Carignan Tips for growing citrus plants indoors Meyer lemon growing indoors in a container Photo:   Ria Malloy, University of Maryland … and limes to mandarins and kumquats are available to home growers. Dwarf citrus plants are grafted onto cold-hardy …

… down which factor was likely responsible for the damage. Pesticides (insecticides, miticides, herbicides, and … as directed. Using home remedy alternatives to registered pesticides are also more likely to cause damage.   Common …   Soap and insecticide damage Squash leaf damage from spraying with a soap and pyrethrin-based insecticide. Photo: …

… interpunctella). Photo: Whitney Cranshaw, Colorado State University, Bugwood.org Updated: October 17, 2024 Key points … identification is the first step prior to managing any pest. Submit photos and questions to Ask Extension if you … baits and bait stations are available for outdoor use. Termite Swarmers : Dark brown, 1/4 inch, 4 long wings of …

… depending on the location. There are several species of lilacs but Syringa vulgaris is the most commonly planted … down to the ground level. A folding pruning saw is the best tool for working in tight spaces between stems. Prune … The branches become sparse, leggy, and unproductive over time. Lilacs need regular renewal pruning to keep them …

… ( Delphastus catalinae ), larval stage minute pirate bug, nymph or adult whiteflies Springtails Appearance : … of asexual reproduction where an embryo develops from an egg without fertilization. This is one reason why thrips … space that maintains adequate humidity (like a terrarium, grow tent, or glass cabinet), you will need to periodically …

… 'Jewel' strawberries grown in a home garden. Photo: Christa Carignan, UME Updated: September … 2, 2025 About strawberries Strawberry plants are low-growing perennials that can be cultivated successfully in …