Fireblight Updates – 2024
… Dr. Christopher S. Walsh Fireblight Updates – 2024 Apple tree with fireblight - Photo credit: Chris Walsh This year’s …
Seiridium and Botryosphaeria Canker of Leyland Cypress
… branches. Infection on multiple branches throughout the tree or on the main trunk can kill the entire tree. Flagging on branches of Leyland cypress due to … over fertilization. Fungicides are not effective for these diseases. Close-up of Seiridium canker Photo: C. Y. Warfield, …
Hydrangea: Identify and Manage Problems
… Flowers are largely white, though some forms begin lime-green and others age to pink, though the richness of the … or disease may not be the cause of the problem. Sometimes pests will take advantage of damaged or declining plants or … are numerous parasitoids and predators that keep insect pests under control. Use a pesticide only as a last resort …
Conserve Water In Your Landscape
… more severe droughts are expected in Maryland, in addition to stronger storms and flooding. Weather extremes put stress … using a variety of water conservation practices. These steps can save you money on utility bills, save time on … University of Maryland Extension and feel good about the steps you are taking to make it more sustainable. Improve …
Small Flock Production
… - 4-H - Fun There are many different species of poultry that can be raised - from chickens to … R.D. 2001. Computerized Farm Record Keeping. The Ohio State University. Bulletin 890-01. Gerloff, D.C., Holland, … Carver, D.K. 2008 Biosecurity for Backyard Flocks. NC State University Extension Services. …
Pruning Shrubs and Hedges in the Home Garden
… cuts to prune shrubs correctly Related information Pruning Tree and Shrub Basics Pruning Trees Pruning Tools Still have …
Garden Fertilizer Basics
… based on soil test results, UME recommendations, and plant needs. Most trees, shrubs, and perennials grow well … Maryland law when fertilizing lawns. Why fertilize? Plants growing in the wild get their nutrients from air, water, soil … have become established. Fruiting vegetable plants, like tomato, pepper, and eggplant, are often side-dressed when …
Spray Program for Multi-Tree Fruit Orchards
… February 3, 2025 By R. David Myers Spray Program for Multi-Tree Fruit Orchards Many local orchards are composed of … pears, plums, nectarines, and cherries. Aggressive fruit tree spray programs are required to achieve high-quality … program for the control of major tree fruit pests and diseases may offer some assistance: Labeled as noted in 2025 …
Looking Back at Spring and Ahead to Harvest: Fireblight, Rust and Chemical Thinning
… Fireblight on apple tree Updated: October 21, 2024 By Dr. Christopher S. Walsh , … fireblight. We also saw a lot more rust this year. Both diseases have plagued mid-Atlantic fruit growers for more …
The Beach Plum
… however it tends to resemble a bush more often than a tree; it suckers freely from the roots and can produce dense … Oriental fruit moth, and apple leaf skeletonizer. Diseases Plum pockets or plum bladders can be serious pest of …