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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)

    … 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 . … xtension.umd.edu/resource/herbicide-options-managing-common-lawn-weeds-maryland   University of Maryland Extension. …

  • Planting Trees In Our Changing Climate

    … Planting trees, mostly native ones, and taking good care of them are key actions individual gardeners and communities … cooler by providing shade and releasing water vapor. Save energy. Trees that shade your home in the summer and block … Trees contribute to cleaner air by absorbing some air pollutants and capturing particles of dust and ash. Children …

  • Invasive Herbaceous Plant Control

    … Mints include several lawn weeds such as creeping Charlie, but also herb mints. These grow rampantly in natural … should not be grazed in infested areas. Use certified weed-free hay. Clean seed from clothes, shoes, and tires … decomposes on it, this can be an arduous process. (WW) Weed Wrench (TM):  This tool can uproot large shrubs and …

  • 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

  • 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

    … Compost (dark brown material) mixed with soil to create planting mounds for squash. The area is … volume. Most soil testing labs include the organic matter test in their basic soil test. Soil amendments Soil … Most of the K (potassium) and a small percentage of the P (phosphorus) are available in the first year. Manure-based …