How can I keep “bad” bugs out of my garden and attract “good” bugs? How can I control slugs and other soil insect pests? What insect...
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The Alabama Cooperative Extension System creates integrated pest management guides for major row crops; small and stored grains; pastures a...
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Powdery mildew can detract from the beauty of ornamental flowers, woody shrubs, and trees. Learn the symptoms and control methods fo...
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Your county Extension office can help you identify plants and pests located in the landscape. All that may be needed is a good-quality photo...
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This is the second in the Restoring Storm-Ravaged Trees series. Learn how to determine the safety of your trees.
The first step towar...
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Learn essential techniques to create thriving urban landscapes that add beauty and value to your city.
This publication addresses the pla...
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A New Set of Garden Tools
These guidelines help give uniformity, consistency, and integrity to the identity and image of the Alabama Cooper...
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For success in your butterfly garden, learn about butterflies—identify the adults and caterpillars, their food preferences, and wh...
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Most gardeners are familiar with problems caused by diseases and insects because such problems are easily recognized. Few gardeners,...
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1. Be Smart–Have a Plan
Create an overall design plan that considers your family’s needs for this landscape. A well-c...
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Mole crickets have become the most destructive insect pest on turf and lawns in Gulf Coast states. Damage and replacement costs for ...
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There are a number of considerations to be made when preparing to grow vegetable transplants for your home garden, including sowing the seed...
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