UCCE Master Gardener Program
of Humboldt and Del Norte Counties
Humboldt County Office
5630 South Broadway
Eureka, CA 95503
Phone (707)445-7351
Del Norte County Office
586 G Street
Crescent City, CA 95531
Phone (707)464-4711
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Pests in the Urban Landscape
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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...
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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...
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Insecticide Sprays Ineffective for Cockroach Control
Nobody wants cockroaches in their home, especially since these pests can cause and worsen allergies in children, transmit diseases and bacteria, and contaminate foods. If you find cockroaches in or around your home, do you reach for a do-it-yourself...