Using Fungicide Sprays Effectively
Fungicides are only effective when infectious plant diseases that are caused by fungi are truly the cause of the problem. In many cases, pests and Fungicides can be an important component of the disease management program. However, it is ... [... more]
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Growing Dahlias, HYG-1245-92
They are also thought to require a great deal of care. Dahlias require some special care, especially lifting for winter storage. However, with minimum Dahlias tend to have shallow roots so be careful when cultivating. About the end of June, mulch ... [... more]
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Ohio State University Extension
Environmental stress factors associated with such sites can favor certain infectious diseases. Leaf Blight and Stem Canker of Pachysandra Leaf and st Ground cover plants are often planted in areas where weed control or masses of color are ... [... more]
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Growing, Selecting And Using Basil
Basil is an annual herb belonging to the mint family, Lamiaceae (Labiatae) and like others in this family, basil can be identified by its square, hair Basil is truly an incredible herb. It is enjoyed for its rich and spicy, mildly peppery flavor ... [... more]
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School of Natural Resources
Timber stand improvement is the removal or deadening of undesirable vines, shrubs, and trees in a forest stand. It is a major forest management tool to help woodland owners achieve their management objectives. Once ownership objectives are ... [... more]
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Mowers and Mowing
Pound Lawn mowing requires more time than all other operations involved in maintaining a high-quality lawn. Bagging and removing grass clippings just Lawn mowing requires more time than all other operations involved in maintaining a high-quality ... [... more]
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Pesticides and Groundwater Contamination
The author thanks Dr. William F. Lyon, professor, Dr. David J. Shetlar, assistant professor, Extension Entomology, and Thomas Camm, program assistant, Pesticide Applicator Training, Ohio Cooperative Extension Service, The Ohio State University, ... [... more]
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Wild Mushrooms
There are 2,000 or more kinds of wild mushrooms in Ohio. They grow in a wide variety of habitats. This important role of mushrooms resu There are 2,000 or more kinds of wild mushrooms in Ohio. Some are poisonous and some are edible and delicious ... [... more]
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Sexes in Ornamental Plants
Many ornamental plants decorate gardens and landscapes with red, orange, yellow, blue, purple, gray, black and white fruits. Each individual perfect Colorful fruits are important assets for ornamental trees and shrubs. Many ornamental plants ... [... more]
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Resistant hybrid teas:
Table 5. Rose varieties reported to have resistance to black spot. Information taken from Pest Resistant Ornamental Plants by Deborah C. Smith-Fiola. Rutgers Cooperative Extension. Rose varieties reported to have resistance to black spot. Miss ... [... more]
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Viburnums in the Landscape
Among their characteristics are variation in size from 2 to 30 feet, varied growth habits, excellent foliage, striking and fragrant flowers, showy fru The viburnums are one of the most outstanding group of shrubs for use in the landscape ... [... more]
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Growing Clematis
Clematis (KLEM-a-tis) is a member of the Ranunculaceae (buttercup) family. This genus includes approximately 250 species Clematis (KLEM-a-tis) is a member of the Ranunculaceae (buttercup) family. The word is from the Greek and means "vine." [... more]
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