Extension has answers to your home garden and landscape questions. Extension teaches home gardeners and trains industry profession...
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Kudzu is a frequent problem in residential areas. Learn various control methods and herbicide recommendations presented in an easy-to-read F...
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AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala.— “The hum of the bees is the voice of the garden,” is a quote that rings true throughout much of the year in A...
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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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As a garden plant, citrus provides a unique texture, season-long dark green foliage, a unique fragrance when in bloom, and colorful edible f...
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Tall fescue is a cool-season, perennial, bunch-type grass for north Alabama lawns. It is desirable for its texture, dark green color, and ab...
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Billbugs are a group of long-snouted beetles in the weevil family (Curculionidae) that can cause extensive turf damage. The hu...
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Take-all root is a destructive disease of St. Augustinegrass. Disease outbreaks, occur in Alabama wherever well-managed St. Augustin...
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Learn how to properly collect soil and root samples to test for nematodes.
Why Sample for Nematodes?
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Landscape design is the art of developing a property for its greatest use and enjoyment. Effective landscape design is also a scienc...
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Tawny crazy ants are considered by many to be one of the worst nuisance ants. Learn how to identify and keep these pests from invadi...
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Scale insects and mealybugs can be difficult to detect. Learn how to identify and control these pests hiding on your plants and turf...
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