May 2, 2012
Plant and Insect Diagnostic Clinic Update - May 2, 2012
The following are highlights and updates about samples and questions recently received in the Plant & Insect Diagnostic Clinic:
Woodboring Beetles in Landscape Trees
There are three major groups of wood boring beetles; the longhorned beetles, the metallic woodboring beetles, and the bark beetles. The longhorned beetles and metallic woodboring beetles have
Planting Sweet Corn in the Home Garden
Sweet corn is one of our most popular vegetables. An excellent summer treat, sweet corn may also be canned or frozen for year round use.
Prevent Birds from Flying into Windows and Doors
It can be disconcerting for homeowners who have birds fly into glass doors or windows again and again.
Rose Diseases and Pests
Roses can brighten the sunny areas of the garden, but to keep them looking their best requires some care and maintenance, including confronting insect and disease problems. See the ISU Extens
Red Admiral Butterfly Spring Population Boom
There has been a lot of talk this spring about the early arrival and outstanding numbers of the red admiral butterfly (Vanessa atalanta) seen around the state. Annual butterfly populati