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… Asian tiger mosquito (Aedes albopictus). Photo: Ary Farajollahi, … repellants  and  eliminating standing water to reduce mosquito breeding sites  in your yard are two of the most … effective things you can do to protect yourself from mosquito bites. In some communities, spraying for mosquitoes …

… In Dorchester  County , please call  Mosquito Control  at  410-543-6626.  The Maryland Department of Agriculture Mosquito Control Program is described here . Visit the … information on controlling mosquitos at your home.     … Mosquito Control …

… Mites Bumble Bees Chiggers Fleas Honey Bees Horse and Deer Flies Kissing Bugs Mosquitoes Mud Daubers Social Wasps: … Ants Carpenter Bees Termites Plant pests Flower Insects Fruit Insects Lawn Insects Shrub Insects Tree Insects …

… Programs Locations Publications News & Events Welcome to Frederick County's home page, we're glad you stopped by! Here at … reach of these educational opportunities to the community. Frederick County has a large and active 4-H Youth Development …

… different kinds of birds and wild animals.  To be a haven for wildlife, your yard must provide the basic needs of the animals: cover, water, and food … shrubs, vines, grasses, and perennials that produce edible fruits, seeds, and nuts throughout the year. Some good …

… monarch nectar plants recommended for our area.   Robber fly  adults are active. These predatory flies feed on a wide … and tolerating their feeding by leaving them be.  Pests  Spotted lanternfly  adults may be found feeding on many … tree of heaven ( Ailanthus altissma ). If you observe spotted lanternflies, inform the Maryland Department of …

… part in Pollinator Week! This is an annual celebration of the importance of pollinators and the many ways we can support them in our gardens and landscapes. Look for local events and consider participating in the  National … circulation around plants.   The “June drop” of excessive fruits (especially peaches) is a natural thinning phenomenon …

… behavior has led to the dragonfly earning the nickname “mosquito hawk.” Specific dragonflies also have the common …

… 2020 Pollinator Friendly Plant Production 2: Controlling Insect Pests As any experienced grower knows only too well, nursery … Btk has no impact on birds, bees, and other insect and mite species. Btk is sold under many trade names, such as …