Galls on Flowers
… tissue, usually on leaves and stems. They may be caused by insects, mites, bacteria, fungi, or nematodes. Most insect …
Emerald Ash Borer Will Affect Maryland's Eastern Shore Wetlands - University of Maryland Extension Bulletin #428
Multicolored Asian Lady Beetle
… general, lady beetles (ladybugs) are considered beneficial insects (predators) because they prey on insect pests such as … spines. Both larvae and adults feed on aphids and scale insects. This beetle is primarily a tree inhabitant but is also found in orchards, field crops, …
15 Ways to Address Nature-Deficit Disorder Anywhere, Anytime (EBR-2023-0664)
… from a branch or just set it outside a window. Plant a tree or some flowers together. You can do a large project in … dog, egg, flower, … different categories of nature (insects, spiders, worm, beetle, mammals, plants, …) elements … catches their eye: interesting rocks, flowers, grasses, insects… Play Outdoor Games together. Tag Red Light, Green …
Pollinators
… That’s a warning flag for gardeners and the planet. If insects disappear, most flowering plants would go extinct. … and copious dilute nectar attract these pollinating insects . Not all moth pollinators are nocturnal; some moths … are 2,000 bird species globally that feed on nectar, the insects, and the spiders associated with nectar bearing …
Growing Figs in Maryland
… to Maryland landscapes. They can be pruned to a shrub or tree form, grown in containers or in-ground, are virtually … | NC State University (Video) How to air layer a fig tree | Cornell University Rooting Dormant Hardwood Fig … fig bushes are easier to protect than large, single-stem (tree-form) figs. Techniques for winter protection include: …
Common Soil Problems
… into smaller pieces (aggregates) it is dry enough to work. Tree experts use an air-spade to alleviate compaction around … will languish and are subject to attack by soil pathogens, insects, and wildlife. Soil temperature affects turf weed …
Enjoy the Season, But Stay Vigilant
… of our environment continues to be stressed by plants, insects, and diseases—some of which are native to these … areas, how to identify and control invasive plants and insects, and about news and regional online and in-person …
Key to Common Problems of Tomatoes
… distortion, yellowing. Aphids are small, soft-bodied insects that may be green, pink, or black, usually found on … beetles (multiple species) are among the earliest emerging insects (late April-early May). They are tiny, 1/10 of an … Occasional Wilting/stunting of plants next to a walnut tree Walnut wilt Uncommon Leaves with holes Tiny holes in the …
Woodland Wildlife Spotlight - Barred Owl
… birds may also hunt frogs, salamanders, snakes and some insects as well. Unlike some other birds of prey, barred owls … for nesting sites, usually choosing a natural cavity in a tree or taking over one excavated by pileated woodpeckers. …