The following publications cover topics related to Commercial Horticulture. For a complete list of MU Extension publications, visit the main Publications page.
Elderberry Planning Budget
New
Use this enterprise budget as a guide to estimate your production costs and returns for producing elderberries in Missouri.
Plant Analysis Information Form
Revised
When submitting a sample to the lab, this sample information form should be filled out accurately for the lab to properly interpret the plant analysis. Send the original form with the plant samples.
Marketing Maple Syrup in Missouri
Revised
Read highlights of the findings from a MU Extension study exploring maple syrup production in the lower Midwest, including interviews with Missouri producers and best practices for marketing products.
Microgreens Planning Budget
Revised
Use this enterprise budget to estimate costs and returns from producing microgreens in Missouri.
Lisianthus Planning Budget
New
Use this enterprise budget to estimate costs and returns for growing lisianthus as a cut flower in Missouri.
Attracting Hummingbirds to Your Property
Revised
Learn how to attract ruby-throated hummingbirds to your property by understanding their behavior and providing suitable habitat and food sources.
Home Lawn Watering Guide
Reviewed
Conserve water and maintain a healthy lawn with tips on optimal watering schedules, recognizing drought stress, and choosing drought-tolerant grasses.
Small Acreage Business Planning in Missouri
New
Learn why business planning around marketing, assets and profitability is important for launching a successful small acreage enterprise. Be sure to envision your goals as you consider enterprises.
Regulations for Selling Safe Canned Foods in Missouri — Fact Sheet
Revised
Editor’s note
The following abstract describes a publication that is only available as a downloadable PDF.
Soil Nitrogen Test Information Form
Revised
This testing focuses specifically on measuring nitrogen levels in soil samples for a variety of uses and functions. Complete and submit this form along with your samples.
Home Storage of Fruits and Vegetables in Root Cellars
Reviewed
Use this chart as a quick reference. For more detailed information about constructing and using a root cellar, check the references listed.
Cool-Season Grass Cultivars for Athletic Fields
Reviewed
This guide provides turfgrass recommendations for athletic fields, emphasizing irrigation, traffic-tolerant cultivars, and effective seeding methods.
Protecting Water Quality During Lawn Establishment and Renovation
Reviewed
Establishing a healthy lawn enhances your landscape and benefits the environment. Learn best practices to protect water quality during lawn establishment.
Identification and Management of Turfgrass Diseases
Reviewed
This publication is designed to be a useful reference for diagnosticians, turfgrass managers, industry representatives and others who want to learn how to diagnose and manage common turfgrass diseases caused by plant pathogenic fungi.
Pecan Pest Management: Insects and Diseases
Reviewed
This guide details pecan insect pests and diseases that can cause economic losses to Missouri producers.
Natural Lawn Care
Reviewed
Learn lawn care practices that promote soil health, reduce the need for synthetic products, and improve water quality for a healthier, eco-friendly lawn.
Controlling Nuisance Moles
Reviewed
Moles often are a nuisance and can harm your plants. Visit our site to learn about Controlling Nuisance Moles.
Armadillos in Missouri: Techniques to Prevent and Control Damage
Reviewed
Armadillos are becoming more common in Missouri. Visit our site for our Armadillos in Missouri: Techniques to Prevent and Control Damage resource.
Managing Raccoon Problems in Missouri
Reviewed
Raccoons have adapted to urban areas, causing damage to property and posing health risks. Learn how to manage and prevent raccoon problems.
Adding Value in Agriculture, Food and Forestry
Reviewed
See 7 ways to add value to farm commodities or products, and learn how to turn a value-added agriculture idea into a business that can increase farm income.
Introduction to Local Food Systems
Revised
Learn how to create rural and urban local food systems that are profitable and sustainable, connect farms to consumers and support the community and economy.
Grafting
Reviewed
Grafting is the act of joining two plants together and is a way to change a large tree from an old to a new variety. Visit our site to learn more.
Growing Black Walnut for Nut Production: Orchard Establishment and Early Management
Revised
Eastern black walnut trees (Juglans nigra) produce high-valued hardwood products and distinctively flavored, highly nutritious, edible kernels.
Building and Using Hotbeds and Cold Frames
Revised
A coldframe is a protected plant bed & a hot bed is basically a heated coldframe. Visit our site to learn about Building and Using Hotbeds and Cold Frames.