3 Tips For Spotting Aphid Infestations In Large Trees
Aphids are small, sap-sucking insects that feed on stems, leaves, and other tender parts of a plant. This widespread pest will feed on almost anything but prefer trees with large, thick leaves. Aphids are typically tricky to spot on plants. Since aphids cannot be predicted, you will have to look [...]
May
4 Low-pollen Trees For Your Missouri Garden
Spring allergies are the bane of many a person’s existences in Missouri. High pollen counts coat our cars yellow and get us sneezing up a storm. Keeping an eye on pollen counts can help us with allergies, as well as knowing what trees are the biggest offenders. Up Next: 6 [...]
May
What Is Wrong With My Tree? Bacterial Leaf Scorch On Pin Oaks
Bacterial Leaf Scorch Is A Bacterial Disease Bacterial leaf scorch is a systemic disease caused by the bacterium Xylella fastidiosa. It affects a variety of oaks, including pin, but can also affect other trees like red maple, elm, and sycamore. The disease is transmitted from tree to tree by feeding [...]
May
6 Tips For Getting Rid Of A Lawn Full Of Weeds
Weeds are the bane of many a homeowner’s existence. While they are essential for pollination, we don’t all necessarily want them in our lawns for aesthetic reasons. Up Next: When Is The Best Time To Begin Composting To get rid of a lawn full of weeds, especially if you are [...]
May
Is Too Much Rain Bad For My Lawn?
The rainy season in St. Louis is upon us and with spring showers come the worry for homeowners about the health of their lawn. Can too much rain be bad for it? Up Next: 4 Tips For Buying High-Quality, Nutrient-Rich Compost While rain is beneficial to your lawn in that [...]
May