Planting Trees In Our Changing Climate
… many Maryland county governments and organizations offer tree rebate programs. The benefits of trees in our changing … bills by 3 to 30 percent, depending on the size of the tree, its location, and other factors such as home … butterflies,and small animals. Native bees and other insects and birds have evolved with native plants, which …
How Do You Decide When to Remove a Tree?
… Dieback in crown of tree. Photo: Jason Sharman, Vitalitree, Bugwood.org Updated: May 18, 2023 When a tree develops problems, it is frequently difficult to decide … damage lawns and pavement, often infested with diseases or insects specific to the tree species or being an invasive …
Ornamental Cherry Trees: Identify and Manage Problems
… Blooming ornamental cherry tree Updated: March 30, 2023 About flowering cherry trees … habit, and width. Select a site that can accommodate the tree's mature size and width. Don't crowd trees. Poor air … moth species (Tallamy, 2007). The caterpillars of these insects are essential food for young birds (Narango, et.al., …
Home and Garden Sitemap
… Seedlings Wildlife Cats Groundhogs Rabbits Raccoons Insects Insects: Our Most Underappreciated-Neighbors Indoor … Invasive Jumping Worms Invasive Shrub Control Invasive Tree Control Invasive Vine and Groundcover Control Invasive … Norway Maple Oriental Bittersweet Porcelainberry Princess Tree Privet Tree of Heaven Winter Creeper Wineberry …
Planting a Tree or Shrub
… Planting a tree. Photo: D. Clement, UME Updated: February 26, 2024 About … Buying trees and shrubs Begin by choosing the appropriate tree or shrub for the amount of sunlight the site will … that stays moist can permit the entry of wood-damaging insects or diseases. What can be done to help correct this? …
Growing Apple and Pear Trees in a Home Garden
… or grit cells when fruits are allowed to ripen on the tree. Pick pears when they are mature (full-size), not ripe, … deep red fruit with crisp, coarse-grained texture. Tree has a broad growing habit. Resistant to apple scab. … are the sources of pollen that the pollinators (insects in this case, especially bees) move from one flower …
What Causes Trees and Shrubs to Die?
… or insect organism is called an "abiotic" injury. Tree and shrub problems, to a large degree, are not due to diseases or insects. Professionally, the causes are often referred to as … suddenly. But, by the time it becomes obvious that a tree or shrub is dying, it is often too late to correct the …
Pruning Trees in the Home Landscape
… and improving appearance. Pruning large trees and any tree work that requires climbing or near power lines is dangerous and should be performed by a licensed tree expert or certified arborist. Remove damaged, diseased, … Low temporary branches also protect the trunk. As the tree grows taller, the lower branches may be removed, keeping …
Wilt Diseases of Trees
… for a variety of reasons including winter injury, canker diseases, transplanting and establishment, drought, and salt … cherries, and other stone fruits, elm, golden rain tree, horse chestnut, magnolia, redbud, serviceberry, smoke tree, tulip tree, and tupelo. Early symptoms usually start as …
Growing Flowering Dogwood Trees
… dogwood (Cornus florida) is a small Maryland native tree with white or pink bracts (specialized leaves resembling … it in a suitable location and take proper care of your tree to minimize stress (e.g., water during drought, avoid … are available and reduce the chances of problems with diseases such as powdery mildew and spot anthracnose. Besides …