So far our fall has been unusually dry with warmer temperatures. Even though our average annual rainfall is around sixty-two inches per year, we don’t always receive rain exactly when we need it. There are times when we… Read More
Many people fertilize their lawn too late with too much nitrogen. They wrongly call this practice “winterizing.” The word “winterizer” is misleading. Many of the so-called winterizer fertilizers available in our area can cause more damage than good…. Read More
It is not uncommon to see leaf spots on your hydrangeas during late summer and fall. These spots are caused by a number of fungal diseases. Plant fungi and wet weather go hand-in-hand. In the Southeast U.S. we… Read More
Many people notice fine silken webbing on the trunks and branches of their trees and assume that this is a problem. But the insects that cause this webbing are not harmful to trees. They could even be considered… Read More
Q. What’s causing small branches to turn brown and die in some of my trees? A. More than likely this is caused by the Black Twig Borer. This very small beetle, about 1/16 inch long, has been active… Read More
Every time we have a dry period in spring or summer, I get those predictable calls about some mysterious pest that’s playing havoc in lawns. Without realizing it, the caller usually describes a textbook example of dry spots… Read More
Need a Private Applicator Ag Pest Control License or an Aquatic Pest Control License? Here’s your opportunity for a review class and exam. Do you just need CEUs for license renewal? We have several CEUs available as well…. Read More
Need to obtain or renew one of the public works pesticide licenses? Then join us on December 15th, 2016 in Ft. Walton Bch. Attend one session or all four. Earn from 1-9 CEUs in many categories. For more information: … Read More
Earn the credits required to sit for the Limited Commercial Landscape Maintenance test. Attend a review session for both the Limited Lawn and Ornamental or Limited Commercial Landscape Maintenance certification exam.. Or obtain the required continuing education units… Read More
Florida is not known for the brilliant fall color enjoyed by some of our northern neighbors. But, we do have a number of trees from which to choose to provide some fall color in our landscapes here in… Read More
