The plants in the field trials were chosen by an advisory group of nursery growers and landscape designers and were evaluated on growth, visual appeal, timing of flowering, density of flowers, physiology and heat tolerance.
Learn about the life stages of the bronze birch borer and the damage it causes. Homeowners will learn to assess the damage, treat trees and prevent infestation.
Selecting roses for landscape use may seem like an impossible task, but with a few key elements in mind, you can select a rose or a group of roses to complement your new or current landscape.
Describes key identification features, life cycle, and pest status of filbertworm, filbert weevil, filbert aphid, and hazelnut aphid. Includes color photos.
Vaughn Walton, Ute Chambers, Amy J. Dreves, Denny Bruck, Jeff L. Olsen |
Dec 2007 |
Extension Catalog publicationPeer reviewed (Orange level)
Many people think of shade or woodland gardens when they think of growing native plants. In fact, many woodland plants do very well in garden settings. But careful selection and care is essential to making your woodland garden flourish.
The category of Old Roses remains one of the most misunderstood and confusing. Nurseries may call a plant an "antique rose" or an "old garden rose," but the rose may not truly be an Old Garden Rose.