- Author: Tammy Majcherek
Linda also would like to point out more HLB-positive trees have been found in Orange County, more than even Los Angeles County where the disease was first discovered in California.
'We can see what this disease has already done to the Florida citrus industry and economy; we still have the ability to avoid that same scenario in California if we work prudently and in a timely manner.'
Contact your local UC Master Garden Program for information.
- Author: Tammy Majcherek
Beyond your threshold of frustration? There are methods to treat for this annoying pest that are environmentally sound which can be found at the UC Statewide Integrated Pest Management Program website. Not only will you find information about ants and other pests such as snails, slugs, aphids, etc., you can learn about beneficial insects too.
But, if you are determined to do a spray application with an insecticide yourself, or plan to call a pest management professional, be sure to read about the new Fipronil, a pesticide commonly used to combat ants and other pests, label restrictions at http://ucanr.edu/blogs/blogcore/postdetail.cfm?postnum=27509.
- Author: Tammy Majcherek
For more information on how to download the app to your device please click here or go to the following link https://www.cdfa.ca.gov/citruscommittee/ and scroll down to the bottom right corner of the page.
- Author: Tammy Majcherek
1. Give plants that are drought and heat sensitive a nice slow, long drink to properly hydrate them. This will allow the water to properly moisten the soil and roots rather than running off where it is not needed.
2. Make sure the soil is moist but not over-saturated which may lead to rotting roots - no one enjoys continuously wet feet, including plants.
3. If you have mulched around your landscape plants, be sure to pull the material away from the crown of the plant to allow air circulation preventing a humid environment favorable for to viruses and bacteria.
4. Short on time and have a fussy plant? Drill several holes into the bottom of a 5-gallon bucket. Place bucket near plant and fill with water. It will deliver water at a slow rate, penetrating the soil deeply.
Lastly, just like you, it is very important to hydrate your plant before it gets heat stressed so that it can recover quicker.
- Editor: Tammy Majcherek
- Author: Tunyalee Martin
Summer—it's a time for swimming, BBQs, camping, and eating invasive species
YOU: I'M TRAVELLING TO AMAZING PLACES
- Learn what plants and animals you can bring into California.
- Don't pack a pest! Declare all food and agricultural items from other states or countries.
- Find out which species are threats to California.
- Learn about California's invasive plants.
- Avoid spreading forest pests: buy your firewood where you burn it.
- Remove invasive plants from your property.
- Select native or non-invasive plants for your garden.
- Use only certified weed-free forage, hay, seed, mulch, soil, and gravel.
- Learn alternatives to releasing unwanted fish, aquatic plants, and other pets.
- Monitor plants and trees for symptoms of infestations and disease.
- Learn about California's invasive plants.
- Have you spotted an invasive species? Tell us where by reporting your sighting.
YOU: I'LL BE NEAR THE WATER OR ON A BOAT
- Join the statewide citizen science effort to monitor for quagga mussels.
- Join the iNaturalist project, California Nerodia Watch, and help us find Nerodia watersnakes.
- Make sure to Clean, Drain, and Dry (PDF) your boat after each outing.
- Learn alternatives to releasing unwanted fish, aquatic plants, and other pets.
- Visit your favorite local, state, or national park, ecological reserve, recreational area, or nature center and ask about their volunteer programs.
- Learn about California's invasive plants.
- Have you spotted an invasive species? Tell us where by reporting your sighting.
- Use only certified weed-free forage, hay, seed, mulch, soil, and gravel.
- Avoid spreading forest pests: buy your firewood where you burn it.
- Prevent the spread of plant pathogens that damage and kill California's native plants and trees.
- Learn about California's invasive plants.
- Visit your favorite local, state, or national park, ecological reserve, recreational area, or nature center and ask about their volunteer programs.
- Have you spotted an invasive species? Tell us where by reporting your sighting.
YOU: I'LL DEFINITELY CONTINUE TO LEARN ABOUT INVASIVES
- Get to know your local invaders.
- Learn about California's invasive plants.
- Find out which species are threats to California.
- Learn alternatives to releasing unwanted fish, aquatic plants, and other pets.
- Eat them. Yum. Check out these websites to find out who is edible and how to prepare them.
- Invasive-eats.com (California-specific)
- Invasivore.org (under construction but hopefully back soon)
- EatTheWeeds.com
- EatTheInvaders.org
If you missed it this year, help in the fight next year by learning and participating during California Invasive Species Action Week.