The following publications cover topics related to Commercial Horticulture. For a complete list of MU Extension publications, visit the main Publications page.
Care of Flowering Potted Plants
Reviewed
Home Fruit Production: Grape Training Systems
Revised
Pruning is one of the most neglected practices in home plantings of grapes. Visit our site for our Home Fruit Production: Grape Training Systems guide.
Turfgrass Insects
Revised
Only a small number of insects may, at some time, become a potential problem in turfgrass. Turfgrass insects can be somewhat cyclical and very dependent on a number of factors. Weather, suitable food sources, desirable habitat and predators all play a part in the population size of particular insect species.
Roses: Care After Planting
Revised
Planting roses? Learn how to mulch, water, prune, and care for your roses. Includes a pest guide.
Garden 'n Grow: Leader Handbook
Reviewed $30
Editor's note
The following abstract describes a publication that is only available for purchase.
Selecting Landscape Plants: Broad-leaved Evergreens
Reviewed
Broad-leaved evergreens are highly prized landscape plants, but many require special attention to develop into attractive, long-lived plants. Learn how to select and care for plants that will thrive in your area with the help of this MU Extension guide.
Raised-Bed Gardening
Revised
Raised-bed gardens have several advantages, including higher yields and a longer growing season. Vegetables, fruits, flowers, trees and shrubs can all be grown in raised beds. Learn about types of raised beds and how to build and maintain them in this gui
Fire Blight
Revised
Home Propagation of Garden and Landscape Plants
Reviewed
Plant pieces severed from a parent plant and rooted to form new plants are called cuttings. New plants formed from cuttings have the same characteristics as the parent plant. The process of rooting cuttings is simple and inexpensive and requires little labor and equipment.
Fruit Spray Schedules for the Homeowner
Revised
Most home fruit plants require pesticide treatments to control serious diseases and insect pests. Learn what pesticides are needed and the frequency of application of sprays for many fruits in this guide.
Insect Borers of Fruit Trees
Reviewed
Once borers have infested a tree, they can be difficult to control. Visit our website to learn more about Insect Borers of Fruit Trees.
Wildflowers in the Home Landscape
Reviewed
Learn how to design, locate and care for a wildflower garden; and what wildflowers suitable for shaded or sunny locations in Missouri. Tips on collecting native plant seeds and other propagation methods are included in this MU Extension guide.
From Seed to Harvest and Beyond: Garden Journal and Calendar
New $20
Our Missouri garden journal is also a how-to guide and information resource. It provides a place to organize gardening info, plans and notes. Gift it to the gardeners in your life! If you are a Master Gardener, treat yourself!
Ornamental and Turf Pest Control (Category 3)
Reviewed $45
Editor’s note
The following abstract describes a publication that is only available for purchase.
Garden 'n Grow: Gardener's Notebook
Reviewed $20
Editor's note
The following abstract describes a publication that is only available for purchase or as a downloadable PDF.
Tree Placement on Home Grounds
Reviewed
Trees properly selected and placed can add more in livability and value to your home. Visit our site to learn about tree placement on home grounds.
How to Plant a Tree
Reviewed
Midwest Vineyard Labor Calendar
New
Editor's note
The link to the Domoto reference was updated on 1/23/15.
