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Spring 2010 Extension Gardener

The Spring 2010 regional editions of Extension Gardener™ newsletter are now available online. To view the latest edition ofExtension Gardener for the Coastal Plains, visit our Web site: http://extensiongardener.ncsu.edu In this season's issue you can learn abou...  

Bag Worms

If you have noticed brown bags like these on your shrubs, you have bagworms. Treat now to prevent serious damage to evergreen shrubs! Both natural and synthetic pesticides are available to control these pests.  Treat now - Bagworms are out!Do you have shrubs that have been covered wi...  

July 2010 What's Hot on the Hotline

What’s Hot on the Hotline July 2010   Scaleinsectproblems continue to show up in the Plant Clinic. In the summer, scale is now noticed on euonymus, ...  

Water Wisely

Applying the right amount of water to plants is important both for water conservation and plant health. Over watered plants often suffer from root rot, while drought stressed plants are more frequently attacked by insect pests. The following tips will help you conserve water and keep your plants healthy.   Wate...