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… Are expectations of a lush green lawn realistic? If you are frustrated by a poor growing lawn, or you are looking … regions. Both cool- and warm-season turfgrasses can grow in Maryland, but our state’s climate is not … lawns are high -- and often unrealistic Does a home lawn have to look perfectly uniform, lush green, and weed-free? …

… native plant found in woodlands, fields, pastures, farms, and home landscapes. In natural areas, its berries provide … on its age and growing conditions. When growing in a tree, mature vines become thick and develop dark brown hairy … attached. In some cases, it also can grow as an upright shrub without support. Shrub forms typically develop when …

… from Tracy's Landing, is identifying non-native plants in her yard and replacing them with natives. She also plans … our visit, we were able to show her monarch butterfly eggs on the bottom of her milkweed. Congratulations on being … home. She uses no chemicals, fertilizing with compost and fish water. Richard and Rita proudly display their Bay-Wise …

… Wisely Fertilizers can be harmful to the environment and your yard if not used properly. When applied at the wrong time or over applied, fertilizers can create salt problems in the soil. They can also affect winter hardiness, … Pest Management) It is unrealistic to strive for an insect and disease-free landscape. Pesticides provide …

… ants often enter homes as the weather warms in the spring and cools in the fall. If this is the only time of year that … Firewood, stumps, trees. Carpenter ant activity in a tree is often a secondary issue and can be a sign that the … wood with pressure treated or borate treated wood. Trim shrub and tree limbs to prevent contact with the house. Caulk …

… has been produced utilizing naturally occurring minerals and organic nutrients. Historic discoveries from ancient … Tillage Permanent Waterways Windbreaks Firebreaks Tree Lines Retention Ponds Riparian Management Maintain … buffers must be 25-35 feet wide and may consist of a dense shrub line. Buffers can change each year, such changes are …

… Striped cucumber beetles and spotted cucumber beetles. Photo: Whitney Cranshaw, … apple, pear, green beans, okra, eggplant, and potato, plus tree and shrub blossoms. Signs/symptoms Larvae eat roots and burrow in …

… of the lawn with native plants to increase native habitat and beauty in the landscape. Updated: August 2, 2024 Growing … residents who reduced their lawns, solved water runoff problems, increased enjoyment of their property, and reduced … everywhere! I installed sections from a mature cherry tree to add some terracing to slow down runoff. I’ve planted …

… plants like Callery pear, English ivy, autumn olive, and Japanese honeysuckle. Photo: M. Boley Updated: April 16, … Grass Control Invasive Herbaceous Plant Control Invasive Shrub Control Invasive Vine and Groundcover Control Replace … ivy vine that is growing up the trunk of a large landscape tree. For better efficacy, it would be recommended to paint …