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Pests in the Urban Landscape
  • When mixing pesticides, measure precisely following the rate listed on the label. Photo by Jack Kelly Clark.
    Mixed up too much of a pesticide? Now what?

    You bought a pesticide product that needs to be mixed with water before applying. Did you accidentally mix up too much and now have leftover pesticide? What should you do with it? Before mixing or applying a pesticide, always read the pesticide label...


    By Lauren Fordyce
    Author - Urban and Community IPM Educator
  • Yellow sticky traps in a potted houseplant can help monitor for fungus gnats. Photo by Krystle Hickman, UC IPM.
    Gnats in your houseplants?

    If you've noticed tiny, dark insects flying around your houseplants, you likely have fungus gnats. These tiny flies can be a nuisance indoors and may also damage your plants. Fungus gnats lay their eggs in moist soil and their larvae feed on plant...


    By Lauren Fordyce
    Author - Urban and Community IPM Educator
  • Pest tips for September.
    September Pest Tips

    Just a few more weeks of summer remain! As the weather begins to shift, you may need to adjust your landscaping practices to prevent and monitor for fall pests. The UC IPM Seasonal Landscape IPM Checklist is a monthly guide to help you avoid common pests...


    By Lauren Fordyce
    Author - Urban and Community IPM Educator