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… Updated: March 3, 2023 Lawn damage caused by skunks Holes in lawn caused by an animal Photo: L.M. Vasvery The skunk is a … in search of grubs. Skunks are not a threat to landscape plants but may become a nuisance when their digging and …

… often more severely affected than younger leaves. Infected plants will often succumb to other problems such as drought …

… it invaded fields and open woodlands, out-competing native plants, creating dense shade, and disrupting plant succession … for migrating great distances. Flowers compete with native plants for pollinators, causing reduced seed set for native … to produce berries. Its dense thickets out-compete native plants. P/D, PostE, C&P/S - see key below Key for control …

… and the planet. If insects disappear, most flowering plants would go extinct. That would lead to the collapse of … Help Pollinators? Plant natives. Plant a buffet of native plants that offer nectar and pollen throughout the year to a variety of pollinators. Convert part of your turf lawn to native plants. Create habitat. Native bees aren’t …

… Tunnels in a lawn created by voles David L. Clement, University of … voles. One problem associated with voles is that they eat plants and their roots. In addition, their runways and … may cause extensive damage to orchards and woody landscape plants in the winter when they girdle (or chew) the bark from …

… allows crabgrass to be very adaptable to mowing as the plants are able to set seed below the average mowing height. … Penn State Extension. Lawn and Turfgrass Weeds: Yellow Foxtail and Green Foxtail. Lawn and Turfgrass Weeds: Yellow Foxtail and Green Foxtail …

… and colonial perennial, with both male and female plants. It is considered a noxious weed in Maryland and many … the soil. This extensive root system leads to colonies of plants in distinct patches. In Maryland, seed production runs … long, narrow leaves are not especially prickly. The female plants produce multiple bright purple flowers that turn white …

… affect winter hardiness, exaggerate pest problems and make plants grow excessively (which can mean more mowing too!). … watering. If you choose to irrigate, do so only when your lawn and landscape need water. Efficient watering is an … Landscape Management Program Bay-Wise Gardening and Lawn Care Charles County Storm Water Remediation Fee Credit. …

… the lifecycle of the plant are essential when it comes to weed management. Identify common grassy, broadleaf, or woody … Tree of Heaven Wineberry Winter Creeper Basic tips for weed control Minimize soil disturbance. Digging and cultivating brings weed seeds to the surface. When exposed to light the …