Scale insects are some of the most common pests sent in for identification from homeowners, arborists, and nurseries. This series will highlight some of the most frequently encountered scales in our region with an emphasis on their identification, biology, potential for damage, and control options. Scales are a type of ‘True Bug’ (Order Hemiptera) and…Read more about Scale Spotlight: Introduction to common scale pests and their management[Read More]
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Purple coneflower, Echinacea purpurea, is an old native standby that can thrive even in some difficult landscapes. With beautiful purple flowers and the ability to reseed and fill an area, it has been used widely, especially in gardens comprised primarily of native plants; however, they are not without their problems. We sometimes see some fungal…Read more about When purple coneflowers are not purple: Aster Yellows and Eriophyid mites[Read More]
The bitter winter cold has finally passed us (or has it? It’s hard to tell in the Midwest)! The days are getting warmer and longer, and that means the insects are coming out of their overwintering stages. As you prepare for your landscaping and gardening this year, are you implementing preventative measures for pests? Now…Read more about Insects are waking up – are you prepared?[Read More]
Milkweed is a popular choice in urban landscapes as more citizens engage with monarch conservation efforts and strive to maintain pollinator-friendly landscapes. This past month I have seen numerous images of aphids found on milkweed plants from all over the state. Homeowners are concerned that the infestation will negatively affect the monarch butterflies that rely…Read more about What are these small yellow bugs on my milkweed?[Read More]
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