Introduction Southern pine beetle (Dendroctonus frontalis) is a small insect that is native to North America. The insect is considered one of the most destructive pests of conifers. It often…
Introduction Annosum root rot, also referred to as annosus root rot, is a fungal disease of pine, spruce, and fir trees. The causal agent of the disease is the fungus,…
This is the second half of a two part series on saucer magnolia cultivars. Introduction Saucer magnolia is a popular selection for cultivation. Numerous cultivars have been developed, and are…
This is the first half of a two part series on saucer magnolia cultivars. Introduction Saucer magnolia is a popular selection for cultivation. Numerous cultivars have been developed, and are…
Introduction Rhizosphaera needle cast is a fungal disease that affects many spruce trees, particularly Colorado blue spruce, and Engelmann spruce. The causal agent of the disease is the fungus, Rhizosphaera…
Introduction Pine wilt disease is an affliction of pine caused by the pine wood nematode, Bursaphelenchus xylophilus. The pine wood nematode is a microscopic parasite. It is transmitted to susceptible…
Introduction Pine needle rust is a fungal disease that affects many species of pine. The disease is caused by over twenty species of Coleosporium fungi. Coleosporium asterum is the most…
Introduction Brown spot needle blight is a fungal disease of pine trees. The disease is caused by the pathogen, Mycosphaerella dearnessii. The damage produced by brown spot needle blight resembles…
Introduction Japanese beetle (Popilla japonica) is a long, green beetle that is native to Japan. It is considered one of the most devastating pests of turfgrasses, and urban landscape plants…
Introduction Bagworm (Thyridopteryx ephemeraeformis), also referred to as eastern bagworm, common bagworm, common basket worm, North American bagworm, or evergreen bagworm, is a native insect that infests many deciduous and…
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