Tag Archives: plant pests

Garden Pests – Things to be aware of during the Florida summer

Posted on May 20, 2012 by AskthePlantMaster

Pests – Their presence and damage will continue to increase.  I recently reported on the arrival of chinch bugs in our lawns.  We now are seeing army worms and sod web worms also in our lawns.  Look for small light … Continue reading →

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Pest Control

Posted on May 1, 2012 by AskthePlantMaster

I guess you heard or read in the paper that because of our mild winter weather, we can expect lots of pests this year.  So far, I’ve observed grasshoppers, tent caterpillars, leaf miners, spider mites, slugs, white fly, scale insects, … Continue reading →

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Growing Tomatoes in Florida

Posted on April 27, 2012 by AskthePlantMaster

Tomatoes are a very important commercial crop in Florida, and a popular crop in our gardens.  They’re easy to grow, but it’s important that you get the correct varieties for our area.  Many that you find in local box stores … Continue reading →

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Laurel Wilt Disease

Posted on November 1, 2011 by AskthePlantMaster

This blog is to alert you to be on the lookout for the dreaded Laurel Wilt Disease that’s been attacking our native Red Bay trees.  Also susceptible to this pest is the Swamp Bay, Sassafras, and Camphor; and may also … Continue reading →

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Prepare for Winter

Posted on November 1, 2011 by AskthePlantMaster

As you know, cooler weather will soon be upon us. Many of you may have plants outdoors in containers that you would like to bring in.  Before you do so, let me suggest you do the following: Carefully inspect each … Continue reading →

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Pest Alert – Texas Phoenix Palm Decline, and Guava Fruit Fly

Posted on September 13, 2011 by AskthePlantMaster

Lately I’ve been trying to keep you up-to-date on pest issues that may impact our area; well, now I have two more pests for you to consider:  Texas Phoenix Palm decline, and Guava Fruit Fly.  Though not exactly new to … Continue reading →

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Pest Alert – Emerald Ash Borer

Posted on August 26, 2011 by AskthePlantMaster

Pest Alert Be on the lookout for the invasive Emerald Ash Borer. Since its arrival in the US in 2002, it has been on the move and has killed millions of ash trees in our northern states; and may be … Continue reading →

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Troubles with Plant Pests – Part Two

Posted on August 19, 2011 by AskthePlantMaster

This is a continuation of my first post about plant pests. Introduction – Did you know that there are over 1,000,00 insect species, 250,000 weeds, and 10,000 different plant diseases in the world, and because of Florida’s geographic location and … Continue reading →

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