When To Treat Brown Patch In Tennessee Turf
Brown patch is one of the most common and damaging turfgrass diseases in Tennessee, especially on cool-season lawns such as tall fescue…
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Tennessee: Pests & Diseases
Types Of Root-Knot Nematodes Affecting Tennessee Vegetable Crops
Root-knot nematodes (Meloidogyne spp.) are among the most economically important plant-parasitic nematodes for Tennessee vegetable producers. They attack roots, reduce water and…
Read articleSteps To Diagnose Nutrient-Related Leaf Yellowing In Tennessee Plants
Leaf yellowing, or chlorosis, is a common and visually striking symptom that can indicate a range of problems in Tennessee gardens, lawns,…
Read articleIdeas For Nonchemical Control Of Cucumber Beetles In Tennessee
Understanding the pest and the problem Cucumber beetles (primarily the striped and spotted cucumber beetle species) are one of the most damaging…
Read articleBest Ways To Control Japanese Beetles In Tennessee Lawns
Japanese beetles (Popillia japonica) are a familiar seasonal pest in Tennessee. Adults skeletonize leaves and feed on flowers in June and July,…
Read articleBenefits Of Planting Disease-Resistant Cultivars In Tennessee Gardens
Why disease resistance matters in Tennessee gardens Tennessee’s climate, with hot, humid summers and frequent summer storms, creates ideal conditions for many…
Read articleWhat To Do When Eastern Tent Caterpillars Invade Tennessee Trees
Eastern tent caterpillars are a common spring nuisance across Tennessee. Their silken tents and groups of fuzzy black-and-white larvae on cherries, apples,…
Read articleWhat Does Bacterial Wilt Look Like In Tennessee Tomatoes?
Bacterial wilt is one of the most dramatic and frustrating diseases a Tennessee tomato grower can encounter. It causes rapid collapse of…
Read articleHow Do You Manage Vine Weevil In Tennessee Container Plants?
Vine weevil (most commonly Otiorhynchus sulcatus) is a persistent pest of many container-grown ornamentals and edibles. In Tennessee, where container production and…
Read articleWhy Do Tennessee Maples Suffer From Tar Spot?
Maple trees in Tennessee are a familiar and much-loved part of landscapes, lining streets, anchoring yards, and shading parks. Tar spot is…
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