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… 2, 2024 Key points Planting trees, mostly native ones, and taking good care of them are key actions individual … many Maryland county governments and organizations offer tree rebate programs.  The benefits of trees in our changing … programs and rebates. Refer to our Planting a Tree or Shrub page for information on preparing your soil and how to …

… Dieback in crown of tree. Photo: Jason Sharman, Vitalitree, Bugwood.org Updated: … to remove it. Many factors such as the cost of tree work and even sometimes emotional ties to the tree can come into … be consulted when evaluating the health of a tree and for insect and disease management.  Questions to consider when …

… Blooming ornamental cherry tree Updated: March 30, 2023 About flowering cherry trees … landscapes but are subject to problems associated with insect pests, diseases, and weather extremes. Their lifespan ranges from 20-25 years …

… Vegetable Insect Pests Aphids in Home Gardens Asparagus Beetles - Vegetables Cabbage Looper - Vegetables Colorado … Bug - Vegetables Imported Cabbageworm - Vegetables Japanese Beetles on Fruits and Vegetables Leafminers on … Stink Bug Emerald Ash Borer Euonymus Leaf Notcher Japanese Cedar Longhorned Beetle Kudzu Bug Sirex Woodwasp …

… Planting a tree. Photo: D. Clement, UME Updated: February 26, 2024 About … trees or shrubs in the home landscape Check the soil pH and nutrient levels by testing the soil before planting. … trees and shrubs Begin by choosing the appropriate tree or shrub for the amount of sunlight the site will receive. Also, …

… Updated: May 2, 2024 About apple and pear trees Apples and pears, collectively known as pome … or grit cells when fruits are allowed to ripen on the tree. Pick pears when they are mature (full-size), not ripe, … problems Apple trees are vulnerable to many diseases and insect and mite pests. These include fire blight , rust , …

… Abiotic factors that contribute to the decline of trees and shrubs A plant problem that is  NOT  caused by a disease … or insect organism is called an "abiotic" injury.   Tree and shrub problems, to a large degree, are not due to diseases or …

… or stems, is an important maintenance practice that helps to keep your trees healthy for many years to come. Important … them downward to slow their growth. Branch structure Proper pruning leaves secondary branches all along the larger … it intersects the trunk. Then saw a cut downward all the way through the branch somewhat farther out from the first …

… 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 …

… of organic matter , such as compost, which will add nutrients naturally and improve soil health. Mulching Apply …