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New Integrated Pest Management Resource for Tree Producers
Management (IPM) information for the major tree genera in nursery crop production in the Southeast.Moss and Lichens May Indicate Poor Plant Health
 Lichens and moss are often found growing on rocks, tortoise shells, windowpanes or even plants. |
Pruning and Training New Fruit Trees
Pruning and training are important practices for managing fruit trees. The primary objective of pruning and training is to develop a strong tree framework that will support fruit production. All fruit trees are not pruned and/or trained in the same fashion. This publication is designed to get a new tree started correctly and will cover pruning and training in the first year only. It is not comprehensive. Visit UGA Cooperative Extension’s web site (http://www.
A Guide to Successful Pruning: Stop Topping Trees!
Susan C.
Winter is a Great Time to Plant!
Georgia’s weather makes late fall and winter excellent times to plant most woody plants and many perennials. In most areas of the state, the soil temperatures are warm enough to allow planting and root growth.
Insect Management Calendar for April
The following are insect pests that you might expect to see during April in Georgia. Become familiar with them so you will be able to recognize them in landscapes you visit.
We have included links to more information for many of these insect pests. Click on the insect names to find online resources that can help you to identify and manage these pests.
For pesticide recommendations, see the Pest Control Handbook.
Fall Webworms
Two types of caterpillars make webs in trees. The Eastern tent caterpillar makes webs in the forks of the branches. They are more of a problem early in the spring. The fall webworm makes their webs on the ends of the branches and is more prevelant in the late summer and fall. Fall webworms are the most visible since their webs are located on the end of the branches. Their webs remain in the tree after the webworms leave and the webs can collect until there are many in a tree.
Winterizing Trees: Dormant Season Preparations
Have you winterized your trees yet? Fall is a time of serious change and reorganization within a tree. Many trees will not survive to grow in another Spring. You can help your trees survive and thrive.
Volcano Mulching
Mulching is one of the most important cultural practices to help new trees and shrubs get established and keep them healthy. Mulch conserves soil moisture, moderates soil temperature, reduces competition from roots of weeds and turf and generally facilitates penetration of water to the roots of woody plants.
Surface Roots in Lawns
Much to the dismay of homeowners, trees sometimes develop roots on the soil's surface. Surface roots can even buckle sidewalks and driveways. Shallow roots growing in lawns not only create unsightly lumps but they may also cause hazardous mowing conditions.