The following publications cover topics related to Commercial Horticulture. For a complete list of MU Extension publications, visit the main Publications page.

Establishment and Care of Buffalograss Lawns

Reviewed

Brad S. Fresenburg
Turfgrass State Specialist

Plant Disease Identification Form

Reviewed

Downloadable form for people who need to take and ship samples to the MU Extension Plant Diagnostic Clinic.

Home Fruit Production: Strawberry Cultivars and Their Culture

Revised

Which strawberry cultivar should you plant? Learn the qualities of popular varieties; how to select, plant and care for them; and what pests and diseases to look out for in this University of Missouri Extension guide.

Care of Flowering Potted Plants

Reviewed

David H. Trinklein
Horticulture State Specialist
Division of Plant Sciences

Home Fruit Production: Grape Training Systems

Revised

Pruning is one of the most neglected practices in home plantings of grapes. Visit our site for our Home Fruit Production: Grape Training Systems guide.

Turfgrass Insects

Revised

Only a small number of insects may, at some time, become a potential problem in turfgrass. Turfgrass insects can be somewhat cyclical and very dependent on a number of factors. Weather, suitable food sources, desirable habitat and predators all play a part in the population size of particular insect species.

Garden 'n Grow: Leader Handbook

Reviewed $30

Editor's note
The following abstract describes a publication that is only available for purchase.

Roses: Care After Planting

Revised

Planting roses? Learn how to mulch, water, prune, and care for your roses. Includes a pest guide.

Common Diseases in the Home Garden

Revised

Patricia Wallace
Extension Associate, Division of Plant Sciences
Director, MU Plant Diagnostic Clinic

Selecting Landscape Plants: Broad-leaved Evergreens

Reviewed

Broad-leaved evergreens are highly prized landscape plants, but many require special attention to develop into attractive, long-lived plants. Learn how to select and care for plants that will thrive in your area with the help of this MU Extension guide.

Raised-Bed Gardening

Revised

Raised-bed gardens have several advantages, including higher yields and a longer growing season. Vegetables, fruits, flowers, trees and shrubs can all be grown in raised beds. Learn about types of raised beds and how to build and maintain them in this gui

Fruit Spray Schedules for the Homeowner

Revised

Most home fruit plants require pesticide treatments to control serious diseases and insect pests. Learn what pesticides are needed and the frequency of application of sprays for many fruits in this guide.

Insect Borers of Fruit Trees

Reviewed

Once borers have infested a tree, they can be difficult to control. Visit our website to learn more about Insect Borers of Fruit Trees.

Insect and Mite Galls on Missouri Trees

Reviewed

Bruce A. Barrett
Entomology State Specialist
Division of Plant Sciences

Poison Ivy: Identification and Control

Reviewed

Kevin W. Bradley
State Extension Weed Scientist
Division of Plant Sciences

Fire Blight

Revised

Michele Warmund
Fruit State Specialist
Division of Plant Sciences

Home Propagation of Garden and Landscape Plants

Reviewed

Michele R. Warmund
Fruit State Specialist
Division of Plant Sciences

Plant pieces severed from a parent plant and rooted to form new plants are called cuttings. New plants formed from cuttings have the same characteristics as the parent plant. The process of rooting cuttings is simple and inexpensive and requires little labor and equipment.

Wildflowers in the Home Landscape

Reviewed

Learn how to design, locate and care for a wildflower garden; and what wildflowers suitable for shaded or sunny locations in Missouri. Tips on collecting native plant seeds and other propagation methods are included in this MU Extension guide.

Watering and Fertilizing Tomatoes in a High Tunnel

Reviewed

Reviewed by David H. Trinklein
Division of Plant Sciences

Attracting Purple Martins to Your Property

New

Robert A. Pierce II
Fisheries and Wildlife State Specialist
School of Natural Resources

Attracting Bluebirds to Your Property

New

Robert A. Pierce II
Fisheries and Wildlife State Specialist
School of Natural Resources

From Seed to Harvest and Beyond: Garden Journal and Calendar

New $20

Our Missouri garden journal is also a how-to guide and information resource. It provides a place to organize gardening info, plans and notes. Gift it to the gardeners in your life! If you are a Master Gardener, treat yourself!

Garden 'n Grow: Gardener's Notebook

Reviewed $20

Editor's note
The following abstract describes a publication that is only available for purchase or as a downloadable PDF.

How to Plant a Tree

Reviewed

Christopher J. Starbuck
Department of Horticulture

Tree Placement on Home Grounds

Reviewed

Trees properly selected and placed can add more in livability and value to your home. Visit our site to learn about tree placement on home grounds.

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