Posts Tagged: fall

Fall Weed Management in Lawns and Landscapes

As the days get shorter and the temperatures begin to cool, now is the time to practice weed management for annual cool-season weeds. It's also not too early to consider management for weeds that emerge in springtime. Using integrated pest management...

Poison Oak: Not Just a Summer Problem

Campers and hikers are often warned to avoid poison oak in summer by looking out for green plants with glossy leaflets of three. However, as weather cools, the appearance of the plant changes, making it more difficult to identify.   In fall,...

Colorful display of poison oak. (Credit: Anne McTavish)

Colorful display of poison oak in fall. (Credit: Anne McTavish)

Fall Lawn Quiz

Not everyone has a lawn, but if you do, fall is the perfect time to give your lawn some much-needed attention. To find out if you are maintaining your lawn properly, answer the following questions: Is your irrigation system set to water deeply and...

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