Roughstalk Bluegrass
… (Poa trivialis) , the light green patches in a residential lawn. Photo: M. Talabac, University of Maryland Extension … bluegrass ( Poa trivialis) is a common grassy perennial weed in Maryland lawns. It is most noticeable in the … of Maryland Poa trivialis | NC State (good for identification) Roughstalk Bluegrass | Purdue University …
Know Your Foxtails (FS-2023-0658)
… look identical to the untrained eye. To make an accurate identification, observers need to note both the vegetative … property owners and managers can implement effective weed management through cultural, mechanical, and chemical … Penn State Extension. Lawn and Turfgrass Weeds: Yellow Foxtail and Green Foxtail. …
IPM - Prevent, Identify, and Manage Plant Problems
… Japanese barberry (invasive species), and burning bush , Euonymus alatus, ( invasive species), are just a few examples …
Groundcovers
… Aggressive growth and invasive behavior can overlap, but do not always coincide. A plant that spreads aggressively in … depend on the species chosen. Fast-growing specimens will need more space to accommodate their mature size, and … with a competition-free planting site. Removing weeds after groundcover installation will be challenging, and weed …
Ornamental Cherry Trees: Identify and Manage Problems
… cherry tree Updated: March 30, 2023 About flowering cherry trees Ornamental flowering cherry trees belong to the rose ( Rosaceae ) family of plants. They … cause cosmetic damage. Unsightly leaves can be simply pruned off the plant. Poor growing conditions, incorrect …
Yard and Landscape
… the Home Garden Landscape planning Plant selection & care Lawn Care for the Maryland Home Landscape Lawn Care for the Maryland Home Landscape Start & maintain a lawn Lawn challenges & alternatives Identify and manage weeds …
Boxwood: Identify and Manage Common Problems
… the soil testing lab. Soil pH affects the availability of nutrients to plants. Miscellaneous As with all evergreens, … voles. To reduce vole populations, mouse traps baited with apple slices or a peanut butter-oatmeal mixture should be … and inward rolling of leaf margins, dark brown discolored wood at the base of the stem for 2 or 3 inches above the soil …
Recovering Northern Bobwhite Quail: A Guide to Habitat Management (FS-2023-0683)
… allow for the production of food in the form of diverse weed seeds and vegetation (Masters et al., 2016), cover from … Herbicide-resistant crops have dramatically improved weed control and agricultural productivity. However, the … J. P., & Keyser, P. D. (2007). Native warm-season grasses: Identification, establishment, and management for wildlife …
Cherry Laurel: Identify and Manage Problems
… generally ranges from 10-15 feet high and about 6-12 feet wide, but will vary with the cultivar . Check plant tags for … grow to approximately 4 feet tall but can reach 6 feet wide. Give plants enough space to mature without relying on … make several cuts along the outside of the root ball and spread the roots outward so they can establish into the …
Landscape Management Basics
… Perform a soil test every 3-4 years and follow fertilizer and liming recommendations. Ask Extension …