Newsletter Spring 2019

Spring is in the air and gardeners are itching to get growing! Start a container garden now and you won’t have to wait for garden soil to dry out or warm up. Lettuce, spinach, arugula, and lots of other quick, cool-season crops can be planted now! We’ve got all the tips and information you’ll need for container garden success…  Read Container gardening

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Why lawns are such a challenge in Maryland Challenges of Growing a Lawn in Maryland Lawn Alternatives Organic Lawn Care Tips for Lawn Weed Prevention and Management

Adult spotted lanternfly and egg masses. Photo credit: Kenneth R. Law, USDA APHIS PPQ, Bugwood.org

Watch out for spotted lanternfly! This new invasive pest was found in Cecil County last fall. Look for eggs that may begin to hatch in April. Be aware of what the young insects look like. Report sightings to DontBug.md@maryland.gov Read Maryland Grows Blog postary

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Boxwood blight update The rains in 2018 greatly increased the spread of this disease. Learn what to look out for and how to deal with it. Learn more on the Maryland Grows Blog

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‌ Q&A Should I remove nandina from my home garden? I have heard its berries are toxic to birds and that it is an invasive plant.

Avoid purchasing invasive plants this spring. Refer to HGIC’s photo gallery of invasive plants. Be on the lookout now for invasive plants such as lesser celandine and garlic mustard. Not sure what plants you have? Send photos and questions to our Certified Professional Horticulturists. Here’s how. (Video) What to plant this spring? See our list of recommended native plants for Maryland and find them at spring plant sales.

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