The following publications cover topics related to Commercial Horticulture. For a complete list of MU Extension publications, visit the main Publications page.
Compost Analysis Information Form
Revised
It is preferable to know the nutrient content of your compost material. Based on the compost analysis you can decrease the amount of fertilizer needed. Complete and submit this form along with your compost samples for analysis.
Frequently Asked Vegetable Questions
Reviewed
Are you wondering why your carrot seeds won’t germinate or when to harvest your zucchini? Find answers to these and many more vegetable questions in this guide.
Selected Ground Covers for Missouri
Reviewed
Ground covers are low-growing plants that spread quickly to form a dense cover. All the ground covers discussed in this guide are reliably cold hardy throughout Missouri.
Controlling Deer Damage in Missouri
Revised
Learn effective strategies for managing deer damage in Missouri, including population control, repellents, and fencing. Protect crops, landscapes, and safety.
Missouri Weed Seeds
Reviewed
Positive identification of pests, including weeds, is the first step in a sound integrated pest management program. This publication can aid in identifying weeds by their seed characteristics.
Missouri Frost/Freeze Probabilities Guide
Reviewed
Where in Missouri you live can make a big difference on when to expect your first or last frost. See this guide for probabilities based on past years.
Pesticide Storage
Reviewed
Learn guidelines to ensure the safe and environmentally friendly storage of pesticides.
Coping With Summer Heat
Reviewed
The heat of a Missouri summer not only can make for high utility bills, but also can be deadly. Here are some tips to help keep you comfortable, healthy and penny-wise.
Honey Bees as Pollinators, Their Habitats and Products
New
Learn about the honey bee, from its life cycle, to its various races, to its pest problems, the benefits it provides, and how we can aid its success in this University of Missouri Extension guide. Become a Master Pollinator Steward!
Tree Pests: Emerald Ash Borer
New
Emerald ash borer is an invasive, wood-boring insect that infests and kills ash trees. Learn the signs, symptoms and management and how to slow the spread.
Turfgrass Weed Control for Professionals (2020 Edition)
New
Editor's note
The following abstract describes a publication that is available for purchase from the Purdue Extension Education Store.
Tree Pests: Gypsy Moth
New
Gypsy moth is a destructive, exotic forest pest found throughout the northeast and parts of the upper Midwest. Learn how to identify it and slow the spread.
Tree Pests: Native Pests
New
There are many harmful native insects and diseases. We cannot eradicate them from our ecosystems, but we need to know how to control them to limit their damage.
Tree Pests: Thousand Cankers Disease
New
Thousand cankers disease is a disease of black walnut, caused by the walnut twig beetle and a fungus. Learn about signs and management to help slow the spread.
Tree Pests: Asian Longhorned Beetle
New
The invasive Asian longhorned beetle can destroy millions of acres of hardwoods. Learn how to stop the spread and why it is vital to keep it out of Missouri.
Autumn Colors
Reviewed
Discover the science behind vibrant autumn colors in Missouri, including factors influencing leaf pigmentation and the best scenic drives for fall foliage.
Tree Decline: What Is It?
Reviewed
Insects
New
Explore insects' roles in nature as pollinators, environmental indicators, predators, and pests in this Master Pollinator Steward guide.
Caring for Houseplants
Reviewed
To many people, a home is not complete without attractive potted plants. Proper care of houseplants helps increase satisfaction and enjoyment from them and extends the blooming period of many flowering plants.
Terrariums
Reviewed
Preventing and Managing Plant Diseases
Revised $10
The first and best defense against plant diseases is a healthy plant. Visit our site to learn about Preventing and Managing Plant Diseases.
Exhibiting and Judging Garden Vegetables
Reviewed
Learn how to set up a vegetable exhibit, the factors vegetables are judged on, and conditions that could result in disqualification.
First Aid for Storm-Damaged Trees
Reviewed