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  • Spongy (Gypsy) Moths and Caterpillars on Trees

    … dates back to the 1980s. Predators, parasites, and diseases attack spongy moth caterpillars but the Maryland … on the ground under loose stones, boards, firewood, lawn furniture, campers, and many other places.  There is one …

  • Prevention of Predation

    … are moved daily to fresh pasture. Set in a pasture, on a lawn, or in a garden. Flexible and moveable Wildlife …

  • Managing City and Suburban Yards and Gardens to Sustain Insect Communities (FS-2022-0633)

    … Supporting healthy soil development by breaking down dead plants and recycling nutrients Increasing air and water flow … the size of your driveway, deck, or paved patio, aerating lawn areas, and low-till gardening can help reduce soil … (2022, May). Herbicide Options for Managing Common Lawn Weeds in Maryland . …

  • Planting Trees In Our Changing Climate

    … points Planting trees, mostly native ones, and taking good care of them are key actions individual gardeners and communities can take to limit the impacts of climate change and create …

  • Invasive Herbaceous Plant Control

    … - see key below Mints (Mentha spp.) Mints include several lawn weeds such as creeping Charlie, but also herb mints. …

  • Bulbs

    … and remove the stems and foliage of the plants to prevent diseases from infecting next year’s plants. Many of the …

  • Wood Rots and Decay on Trees and Shrubs

    … changes may be needed to ensure proper drainage. Root diseases on older established plants can result from changes …

  • Invasive Vine and Groundcover Control

    … and killing them. Leaves resemble grape leaves, but bark does not peel whereas grape-vine bark does peel. It invades full-sun or semi-shade areas with … at ground level, woody vines must be unwrapped from tree trunks or they will still girdle trees. P/D (young), …

  • Grow It Eat It

    … how to grow vegetables, troubleshoot plant pest and fungal diseases, and strategies. Check Out the presentation! … Maryland residents grow! Learn timely tips to manage your lawn, ornamental plants, and food gardens, with advice from …

  • Organic Matter and Soil Amendments

    … down in late April. Updated: February 17, 2023 Key points Organic matter includes plants and animals that are alive, dead, or in some stage of decomposition . Organic matter is a major contributor to soil health . Most … soil properties and plant growth.   Practice sustainable gardening by using no-cost or low-cost amendments such as …