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This publication discusses the selection of seeds, containers, and soil mixes. Directions for seeding, transplanting, thinning, and moving plants are given. A table guide to sowing vegetable and annual flower seeds in  More...
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A soil test will reveal the current nutrient status in your soils and whether you need to add any nutrients as fertilizer. This publication describes the best practices for when and how to sample your soils.

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This publication describes varroa mites and their effects on honey bee hives. It also recommends monitoring and management practices to protect hives against this pest.

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This publication, which is part of the Protecting Pollinators series, explains the complex biology of honey bees. It also explores the roles pesticides may play in bee health, examines the latest knowledge in this fas  More...

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This publication provides a list of recommended plants that homeowners and others can use to establish and conserve effective pollinator habitats in Indiana - from small-scale backyard improvements to large-scale plan  More...

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This publication explains some of the threats pollinators face. Other publications in the Protecting Pollinators series describe steps you can take to protect pollinators.

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Whether you know it or not, we all depend on pollinators for the fruits, vegetables, nuts, and flowers that enrich our lives. But pollinators face many threats. This publication explains what homeowners can do to prot  More...

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Effective pest control in the landscape and garden requires more than just spraying away the problem. Successful gardeners understand that managing insects, weeds, diseases, and vertebrate pests starts with selecting, pl  More...

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Inspired by actual gardeners' inquiries, each chapter deals with such down-to-earth subjects as when to start seeds, why plants might fail to bloom, pruning techniques, identifying and controlling common pests, home f  More...

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This guide is aimed at homeowners who just want to know the basics of yard care. The guide covers tasks you should do now if your plants are new, basic care for established plants, techniques for adding new plants to you  More...
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One of the best ways to prevent serious plant disease outbreaks is by choosing disease-resistant plants. This publication describes disease resistance in plants, provides management techniques to help avoid disease, and  More...
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Gardening in containers or raised beds can be just the answer for would-be gardeners who would love to grow their own vegetables and flowers, but lack the space or physical ability for a traditional garden. This publicat  More...
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Downy mildews are a group of closely related pathogens that can cause major damage in the nursery, greenhouse, and landscape in the form of leaf spots, blights, and distortions.This publication examines the symptoms, dis  More...
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Rose black spot is the primary cause of rose defoliation in the Midwest. Over time, repeated defoliations can weaken the plant, reducing flowering. This publication examines the causes of this disease and recommends ma  More...
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This publication provides information on the different types of garden chrysanthemums, their culture and propagation.  More...
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This publication discusses bulb selection, soil method, storage, forcing, water method, and the tender bulbs (paper white narcissus and amaryllis). A table featuring the proper amount of soil for different flowers is p  More...
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This publication discusses purchasing, home care, display, and propagation of poinsettias. Illustrations are included to highlight the discussed topics.  More...
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This publication discusses the proper winter storage methods for geraniums, cannas, dahlias, gladioli, and caladiums and tuberous begonias. Illustrations are included on the tuberous flowering plants.  More...
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This publication discusses growing annual flowers, the soil preparation, fertilizer, seeds and cultivation. A table is included listing the planting and care of selected garden annuals sown as seeds. Illustrations are  More...
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This publication discusses planning and preparing the garden, cultivation, staking, mulching, watering, propagation, and removal of perennial flowers. An illustration is provided showing the proper staking method.  More...
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This publication lists recommended annual flowers, their care and description.  More...
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This publication lists recommended perennials, their care and description.  More...
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This publication provides information about different types of roses. It also discusses how to select roses, prepare a site for planting, rose care, and common diseases and insects in roses.  More...
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This publication discusses collecting planting materials, drying methods, special preservation techniques, dyeing and coloring, and using preserved plant materials. Tables are included listing microwave oven flower dry  More...
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Hanging baskets extend a touch of the garden to the home, porch, or patio. Many garden flowers and foliage plants can be easily grown in hanging baskets.  More...
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This publication discusses the flower structure, types and pollination, and failure to flower. Illustrations are included showing the growth and production of a flower.  More...
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Discusses choosing greens, materials needed, wreathmaking, binding, swags, garlands, table centerpieces, evergreen ball, and safety precautions associated with decorating with holiday greens. Illustrations are provided  More...
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This publication provides instructions for propagating new plants from the cuttings of existing plants. Illustrations are included showing a Forsyth pot, leaf blade, leaf petiole, sansevieria, lead bud, stem, and root  More...
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This publication discusses when to plant bulbs and explains soil preparation methods and planting procedures. Also provided is a convenient table including information on various bulbs' characteristics and requirement  More...
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The many ferns we use as indoor plants occur naturally on the floor of tropical and sub-tropical forests under dense canopies. These same conditions must be reproduced in our homes for successful fern growth. This public  More...
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This publication discusses the ten procedures for longer lasting flowers.  More...
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This publication discusses the different aspects of growing houseplants. Subjects included are light, temperature and ventilation, humidity, watering, fertilizing, soil preparation, repotting, additional care, and summ  More...
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This publication discusses the types of peonies, acquiring planting stock, decisions before planting, soil preparation and planting, and the annual care of peonies. An illustration is provided showing the proper soil  More...
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This publication provides an in-depth look at the narcissus flower. Features included are the types of narcissus, when, where, and how to order the bulbs, the culture of narcissus, storage, and propogation. A table is  More...
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This publication discusses soil and drainage, containers, plants, planning, planting, and care of a terrarium. A table is provided listing the plants which can be used for terrariums. Illustrations are included on a Wa  More...
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This publication focuses on the many topics concerning daylilies. Topics covered include: description and use, classifications, water and nutrition, location, planting, summer care, division, and hybridizing associated  More...
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This publication discusses the source of toxicity, implications for horticulture, juglone sensitivity in plants, plants observed to be sensitive and tolerant to juglone. An illustration of a typical leaf and nut chara  More...
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This publication provides tips on gathering branches, getting branches to bloom, and rooting associated with forcing tree and shrub branches to bloom. A table is included with a listing of suggested plants for forcing.  More...
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This publication discusses what you need to get started, the suitable plants for aquariums, waterscaping, adding the fish, and keeping your aquarium clean. Illustrations showing the different suitable plants and how to  More...
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This publication provides a general guide to taking care of plants within the home, yard, lawn, and garden during the autumn months.  More...
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This publication discusses the proper care of African violets, focusing specifically on proper light, temperature, humidity, soil, potting, watering, fertilization, and propagation.  More...
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This publication provides information about how to establish and conserve effective pollinator habitats in Indiana - from small-scale backyard improvements to large-scale plantings.

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