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Planting a Tree or Shrub
… testing the soil before planting. Select the appropriate plant. This is essential for success. Refer to Tips for Choosing Trees and Shrubs . If available, choose disease and pest-resistant cultivars of trees and shrubs. … before planting or visit Miss Utility Maryland . When to plant trees and shrubs Fall, winter (soil should not be …
Organic Lawn Care
… (Ervin, 2011). This approach may lead to areas of bare soil, soil erosion, and runoff. Organic lawn care, like … done at the University of Maryland Paint Branch Turfgrass Facility showed that compost tea applied to foliage had …
The Challenge of Growing a Lawn in Maryland
… It’s time to rethink our lawns and landscapes A lush green lawn is often expected as part of the typical American home … We receive questions from Maryland residents when their lawn contains weeds or brown spots, does not grow well, or … point. Weeds are normal and to be expected. Weeds are plants out of place. It is normal for plants to show up by …
Converting Lawns Into Diverse Landscapes: Case Studies
… A resident of Harford County replaced portions of the lawn with native plants to increase native habitat and beauty in the landscape. Updated: February 20, 2024 Growing and … and layering them with cardboard and compost, then cutting holes in the cardboard and planting plugs. I found gardens or …
Landscape Designs with Native Plants
… A. Pully Updated: April 16, 2024 Landscape designs using native plants Simple landscape designs using native plants … single-family home. Some plants may not be appropriate for all situations. Local garden centers or nurseries can … plant, and your budget. These designs can be used for sun, shade, and all light exposures in between. Design: Stephanie …
Lawns for the Maryland Home Landscape
… Updated: May 19, 2022 Learn the steps to a healthy lawn in Maryland. Understand the challenges Maryland's climate has on the perfect lawn and why you should reduce your carbon footprint with a lawn alternative. Lawns & sustainability The Challenge of …
IPM - Prevent, Identify, and Manage Plant Problems
… changing seasons, take proper measures to prevent plant problems as part of the landscape planning process. … (amount of sun, soil conditions, drainage), research disease and insect resistant cultivars, properly plant and … or diseases). Know where to go for help. You can send questions and digital photos to our Ask Extension Service . …
Lawn Maintenance Calendar for Maryland Tall Fescue Home Lawns
… more challenging. Refer to The Challenge of Growing a Lawn in Maryland . The recommended time to fertilize tall … from drought, disease, or insect damage. Maryland’s Lawn Fertilizer Law authorizes the Maryland Department of … on turf not used for agricultural purposes. The following lawn care practices take this law into consideration. General …
Caring for the Home Lawn
… August 17, 2023 Home lawns and the idea of what a home lawn should look like varies greatly. There are homeowners who dream of that perfectly green, weed-free lawn (although the trend is toward a lower input lawn and lawn alternatives ), and then there are others who …