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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Two-lined spittlebugs are a common occurrence and problem in many Southern lawns. Adults forms of these insects are easily identifiable ...
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There are approximately 90 species of oak tress found in North America, and Alabama is home to at least 40 of those. The diversity of oa...
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The following article contains information on early season disease management for home vegetable gardens.
Seeds
There are some plant disea...
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Learn about the biology, damage, and management of the fall armyworm, a reported annual pest on crops in the Southeast for more than...
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The third in the Protecting Pollinators in Urban Areas series focuses on the safe use of pesticides. You will learn pesticide types ...
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Ground covers are used to provide edgings to pathways, control erosion, and add interest to landscape design.
In agriculture, ground cover ...
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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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For success in your butterfly garden, learn about butterflies—identify the adults and caterpillars, their food preferences, and wh...
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White grubs can attack most turf grasses. Learn how to recognize grubs and their damage and how to control them.
White grubs are ...
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Rotating vegetable plantings reduces infestations that damage your garden. Learn keys to successful crop rotation.
Amon...
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Centipedegrass is a slow-growing perennial turgrass that is ideal for homeowners wanting a lawn that requires limited care and maint...
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