Resources for landscapes and gardens in the Midwest
Sitting in your back yard on a warm day under the shade of a tree is one of the joys of spring, but there are a growing number of threats that could destroy this experience. Invasive species present dangers like those from above in the form of fragile dead ash[Read More…]
Read MoreBurning bush is so named for its brilliant red foliage display in autumn. But we sometimes get questions asking why their shrub fails to color up, with leaves that remain green until they drop from the plant. Fall color or lack thereof is affected by a number of factors, including[Read More…]
Read MoreSpongy moth has many homeowners scrambling to deal with large caterpillars stripping leaves from their trees. Don’t panic! We explain how to manage it.
Read MorePeople often select plants first for their beauty and second for their functionality in the garden. Frequently, we don’t know or don’t consider a plant’s behavior when we’re selecting them. Almost by definition, a species that is an effective ground cover will have a spreading habit. But does that make[Read More…]
Read MoreSpotted lanternfly is a nasty new pest that may soon be in Indiana. It weakens a wide variety of trees, covers them with mold and threatens fruit and grape growers.
Read MoreIt’s that time of the year. Starting in the southern portions of the state and gradually moving north, trees, shrubs, and flowers are beginning to break bud, showing the flowers that have been protected all winter long. One of the first trees that you will notice, increasingly out of place[Read More…]
Read MoreThis invasive stink bug is new to Indiana and has the potential for becoming a serious pest of ornamental plants, fruits and and vegetables. When it spends the winter in your house it can become a nuisance. Learn how to protect your home.
Read MoreUnder the right conditions, this exotic invasive caterpillar can strip a forest of its leaves. Learn how to protect your trees and report this new pest.
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