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… live in lawns. They feed on grasses and herbaceous plants but usually do not damage them. Newer lawns and new … for several years but then usually taper off. As a new lawn becomes established there are fewer factors favoring …

… to care for or expand existing woodlands, or to convert lawn space to woodlands.  The self-directed, non-credit … Weed Warrior workdays to help control non-native, invasive plants and preserve the health of the county’s parks. …

… from natural areas. P/D, C/M/reC, C&P/S - see key below Wavyleaf basketgrass, (Oplismenus hirtellus ssp. undulatifolius) This … in the wind. Stems are noticeably hairy (unlike native basketgrass species) and root where nodes touch soil. In …

… Master Gardeners are volunteers who combine their love of plants, people, and the environment to help Maryland … Maryland residents grow! Learn timely tips to manage your lawn, ornamental plants, and food gardens, with advice from University of …

… bromadiolone, and algicide copper Minor effects⁵ 5   Plants (incl. lawns) Major effects⁴ 70   Primarily, … ⁴Affects many individuals (wildlife) or large acreage (plants). ⁵Affects few individuals (wildlife) or small acreage (plants). Reference: …

… in the  Woodland Wildlife Spotlight , and plumeless thistle in  Invasives in Your Woodland,  as well as our … Learn more >>   Invasives in Your Woodland: Plumeless Thistle Andrew A. Kling, Faculty Associate In this issue, we look at plumeless thistle, also known as "spiny plumeless thistle." Its …

… and replace it with native or, at least, non-invasive plants.*** The symptoms of bacterial infection on English ivy … of infected leaves or by mechanical removal such as with a lawn mower set at the highest setting. Removal of fallen …

… The quick reference format includes chapters on converting lawn to natural area, modifying or improving wildlife … recreational opportunities, and controlling undesirable plants and insects. If you want to learn how to improve … health, manage succession for wildlife, control invasive plants, or other skills and techniques, this field guide will …

… because of the holes they create in lawns. Damage to lawn. Photo: K. Mathias, UMD Management In lawns - Thicken up bare and thin spots in your lawn by overseeding in the fall. To temporarily discourage …

… replaces hard surfaces or turf grass of a traditional lawn with native plants. There are many social and environmental benefits that … for human use and well-being; 2. Uses locally native plants that are appropriate for site conditions; 3. …