Some say they feel a sharp bite on arms or legs but then have to search to find the cause. What they find is a very tiny black bug, almost too small to cause such a bite. Rest assured, however, that these are the culprits. Think of them as – a big bite in a…Read more about Tiny Little Black Bugs that Deliver a Big Bite![Read More]
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As a follow-up to our Horticultural Economist’s, Dr. Ariana Torres, previous research into business and marketing practices of landscape firms across the U.S (https://purduelandscapereport.org//article/2175/), she also co-authored another publication evaluating the business and owner characteristics influencing the adoption of online advertising strategies in the Green Industry. More information can be found below. As more individuals…Read more about Evaluating the Business and Owner Characteristics Influencing the Adoption of Online Advertising Strategies in the Green Industry[Read More]
If your hostas are looking a little ratty recently you’re not alone (all the photos here are from my garden). Hostas at this time of year tend to have marginal scorch, dieback, leaf spotting and yellowing . A variety of factors may contribute to these symptoms including environment, diseases and insect pests. Anthracnose, caused by…Read more about Hosta – Late Summer Decline[Read More]
This year has been a rollercoaster of good (e.g. continued progress on the long term fight against emerald ash borer) and bad (e.g. sudden oak death potentially being introduced into the Midwest) news about invasive species. There’s been a lot to keep track of, but don’t worry if you’ve missed anything. You can learn all…Read more about Update on invasive pests new and old[Read More]
Just as sure as you try to predict the weather, it is likely to change. But going out on a limb, I predict that we will have a bit of a dud for fall color display this year. Not a very risky prediction, considering that many plants already are starting to turn color and/or drop…Read more about Why Fall Color is Sometimes a Dud[Read More]
If you’re looking to add native shrubs to your home landscape, fall is an excellent time to look for those with good fall color. While many factors affect the display of fall color, there are a number of native shrub species that perform reliably in our area. Here’s a short list to consider including their…Read more about Native Shrubs For Fall Color[Read More]
White mold, caused by the fungus Sclerotinia sclerotiorum, is a specific fungal pathogen that infects several hundred species of plants from more than 75 different families, resulting in death of the infected plant (Fig. 1). Many of the most popular annuals and perennial plants have been reported to be susceptible to white mold, from aster (Aster…Read more about White Mold[Read More]
Biology: Ground ivy (Glechoma hederacea), also known as creeping Charlie, is a very difficult to control perennial broadleaf weed. It can often be seen growing in the shade and invading turfgrass and landscapes throughout the United States. Ground ivy thrives in moist, rich soils located in shaded areas, but will grow in full sun as well….Read more about Spotlight on Weeds: Ground Ivy/Creeping Charlie (Glechoma hederacea)[Read More]
You are invited to attend this free educational opportunity on campus or via webinar to this event on October 23rd! If you are interested in attending in person, please contact Kyle Daniel at daniel38@purdue.edu for details. Title: The Changing Nursery Industry: How Will You Adapt? Date: Wednesday, October 23, 2:30-5:15 PM, EDT Moderator:…Read more about Educational Event: The Changing Nursery Industry: How Will You Adapt?[Read More]
Have you ever noticed the fuzzy growth (Fig1) on the underside of an oak or sycamore leaf and wondered what was wrong with the tree? Fuzzy mats of hairy growth on the underside of tree leaves (Fig 2) are often mistaken for a plant disease or insect problem. In actuality, the whitish-tan fuzzy growth is…Read more about Trichomes[Read More]
It seems like yesterday that we were worried if Mother Nature’s faucet would ever stop (some of you still have that thought in some parts of the state). Now, in many parts of the state, soil moisture is all but gone after a few heat waves passed through the Midwest, with many plants that are…Read more about Feast or Famine: Landscape plants are struggling due to precipitation extremes[Read More]
What is your go-to postemergence herbicide? If you answered Roundup (glyphosate is the active ingredient in Roundup), you would be in the majority for landscape and nursery professionals. Though glyphosate works very well on most weed species, there are times when other products may be more effective or offer a less phtytotoxic (damage to ornamental…Read more about Beyond Roundup: Alternatives to consider adding to your weed management plan (Update)[Read More]
Let’s get this out of the way….Plants and their ecosystems are amazing. To survive in so many environments with abundant or minimal resources without capabilities to migrate, plants are one of the most amazing organisms on the planet. Though research is abundant in above ground plant systems, below ground ecology is starting to show the…Read more about Zombie Tree Needs Close Friends to Survive[Read More]
Ornamental dogwoods are prone to several leaf spot diseases, but the fungus, Septoria, is commonly found in Indiana. It causes angular, brown lesions bordered by a purplish color on the leaf. The leaf spot symptoms are similar to dogwood anthracnose, however, Septoria does not infect the twigs or branches so it is a much less…Read more about Septoria Leaf Spot on Dogwood[Read More]
Plants differ in their adaptability to different growing conditions. Sunshine is one of the most significant factors. We often think of light as being either sunny or shady, but, in fact, there are many “shades” of light in between. Your garden may experience light shade, such as that filtered through an overhanging tree; dense shade,…Read more about Perennials for Shady Gardens[Read More]
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