Trees and shrubs : publication
Piercing-sucking pests such as aphids, scales and mites are commonly found on home garden and landscape plants. Learn how to identify and control them in this University of Missouri Extension guide.
Richard Houseman
State entomology extension specialist
Bruce Barrett
State entomology extension specialist
Reviewed by David Trinklein
Horticulture State Extension Specialist
Division of Plant Sciences & Technology
Editor's noteThe following abstract describes a publication that is intended for distribution as a downloadable PDF.
Richard M. HousemanUrban Entomology SpecialistDivision of Plant Sciences
Revised by Bruce A. Barrett
Division of Plant Sciences
Chapter 7 of the Missouri Master Gardener Core Manual
Christopher J. Starbuck
Associate Professor Emeritus
Division of Plant Sciences
The main reason for fertilizing shade trees is to maintain vigor so that plants will be able to resist environmental stresses & pests. Visit our site.
Hank Stelzer
Forestry State Specialist
School of Natural Resources
Flowering and Fruit Characteristics of Black Walnuts: A Tool for Identifying and Selecting Cultivars
Learn to identify walnut cultivars by the appearance of the husk, shell and kernel and to select cultivars on the basis of various growth characteristics. In addition to a photo gallery of black walnuts, this publication lists the average date of budbreak, flower type, bloom period, pollination…
Grafting is the act of joining two plants together and is a way to change a large tree from an old to a new variety. Visit our site to learn more.
Reviewed by David Trinklein
Horticulture Extension State Specialist
Department of Plant Sciences & Technology
Editor's noteThe following abstract describes a publication that is only available as a downloadable PDF.William ReidNut Crops SpecialistKansas State UniversityMark CoggeshallTree Improvement SpecialistCenter for Agroforestry
Editor's noteThis page currently contains only the introductory section of this guide. For the entire text, please download the PDF.Ron Revord, Michael Gold, Nicholas Meier, Bryan Webber, Ken Hunt and Michele Warmund
Michele R. Warmund
Fruit State Specialist
Division of Plant Sciences
Christopher J. Starbuck
Department of Horticulture
Chris Starbuck and Michele Warmund
Division of Plant Sciences
Bruce A. Barrett
Entomology State Specialist
Division of Plant Sciences
Learn about insect borers that affect fruit trees, including their biology, the damage they cause, and effective control methods to protect your orchard.
Christopher J. Starbuck
Division of Plant Sciences
Reviewed by Christopher J. Starbuck
Division of Plant Sciences
Leaf scorch is a noninfectious condition caused by an unfavorable environment. There is no chemical control for leaf scorch, so the most effective defense is good management.
Editor’s note
Chain saws are relatively common and may seem simple to operate. But felling trees and clearing brush with a chain saw are operations that require training and proper safety precautions.
Bruce A. Barrett
Department of Entomology
Pine wilt has killed so many Scots pine trees in the Midwest that extension specialists no longer recommend planting it in the area. Learn what causes pine wilt, how it spreads and what you can do to manage it in this full-color guide from University of M
Reviewed by Christopher J. Starbuck
Division of Plant Sciences
Learn three pecan and black walnut tree grafting techinques — three-flap graft, bark graft, arrowhead graft — and how to germinate seeds in this illustrated University of Missouri Extension guide.
Most established shade trees do not need to be pruned regularly. But yearly pruning during the first few years after planting can help a tree become established and develop a strong, attractive structure. Learn when and how to prune and problems you might
Revised by David Trinklein
Horticulture State Extension Specialist
Division of Plant Sciences & Technology
Pruning is an important practice for maintaining the health, size & vigor of trees. Visit our site to learn about Pruning Ornamental Trees and Shrubs.
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
Learn how to establish, manage and maintain beehives to foster healthy bees and produce surplus honey to use or sell. Flowering periods for Missouri honey plants are included in this University of Missouri Extension guide.
Ground covers are low-growing plants that spread quickly to form a dense cover. All the ground covers discussed in this guide are reliably cold hardy throughout Missouri.
Tips on selecting broad-leaved evergreen plants for your landscape, from ideal soil conditions to winter care, enhancing year-round beauty and structure.
Christopher J. Starbuck
Department of Horticulture
Discover how to select flowering trees that enhance your landscape with beauty and seasonal interest, including species like the flowering dogwood.
Learn how to select and care for needled evergreens, including pines, spruces, and firs, to enhance your landscape with year-round color and texture.
Enhance your landscape with ornamental vines that provide privacy, soften structures, and add seasonal interest. Learn selection, support, and care tips.
Learn how to select the perfect shade trees for your Midwest yard or landscape. Don't waste years on a bad landscape!
Check out some uncommon landscape trees that have a good chance for survival in the Missouri climate.
Bruce A. Barrett
Department of Entomology
Bruce A. BarrettDepartment of EntomologyThe mimosa webworm, Homadaula anisocentra Meyrick (Lepidoptera: Plutellidae), attacks the leaves of both mimosa and honey locust trees.
Learn to identify common insect and mite infestation on nearly 100 trees and shrubs and their potential treatments with the help of the University of Missouri Extension publication.
The invasive Asian longhorned beetle can destroy millions of acres of hardwoods. Learn how to stop the spread and why it is vital to keep it out of Missouri.
Emerald ash borer is an invasive, wood-boring insect that infests and kills ash trees. Learn the signs, symptoms and management and how to slow the spread.
Gypsy moth is a destructive, exotic forest pest found throughout the northeast and parts of the upper Midwest. Learn how to identify it and slow the spread.
There are many harmful native insects and diseases. We cannot eradicate them from our ecosystems, but we need to know how to control them to limit their damage.
Thousand cankers disease is a disease of black walnut, caused by the walnut twig beetle and a fungus. Learn about signs and management to help slow the spread.
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.
Twig Girdler and Twig Pruner are long-horned beetle species that attack numerous types of valuable trees. Visit our website to learn more.
See how adjusted basis and fair market value affect how to account for losing timber to fires, storms, floods, vandalism or other events in your tax return.