The following publications cover topics related to Commercial Horticulture. For a complete list of MU Extension publications, visit the main Publications page.

Fruit Spray Schedules for the Homeowner

Revised

​This guide provides seasonal spray schedules for common fruits, helping homeowners manage pests and diseases for healthier harvests.

Insect Borers of Fruit Trees

Reviewed

Learn about insect borers that affect fruit trees, including their biology, the damage they cause, and effective control methods to protect your orchard.

Insect and Mite Galls on Missouri Trees

Reviewed

Bruce A. Barrett
Entomology State Specialist
Division of Plant Sciences

Poison Ivy: Identification and Control

Reviewed

Identify and manage poison ivy with tips on recognition, safe removal methods, and herbicide options to prevent skin irritation and regrowth.

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 $30

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.

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

Christopher J. Starbuck
Department of Horticulture

Midwest Vineyard Labor Calendar

New

Editor's note
The link to the Domoto reference was updated on 1/23/15.

Eli Bergmeier
Viticulture Research Specialist
Institute for Continental Climate Viticulture and Enology

Preparations for Successful Vineyard Mechanization

New

Explore key steps in designing vineyards for mechanization, focusing on site selection, equipment compatibility, and efficient layout planning.

Proceedings of the Symposium on Establishing and Managing Vineyards to Meet or Exceed Winery Expectations

New

Editor's note
The following abstract describes a publication that is only available as a downloadable PDF.

Missouri Master Gardener Core Manual

New $40

Editor’s note

Identifying Grass Seedlings

Revised

Learn to identify grass seedlings using key features like stem shape, ligules, and auricles to manage weeds effectively.

Ozark Mountain Vineyard Sustainability Assessment Workbook: A Self-Assessment of Management Practices

New

Editor's note
The following abstract describes a publication that is only available as a downloadable PDF.

Managing Whiteflies on Indoor and Outdoor Plants

Revised

Bruce A. Barrett
Division of Plant Sciences

Whiteflies are closely related to aphids, mealybugs and scale, all of which feed by sucking sap from plants. Whiteflies can be found on the undersides of leaves and are active during the daytime when the temperature is warm. When a heavily infested plant is disturbed, white clouds of winged adults fly into the air.

Elm Leaf Beetle

Revised

The publication provides comprehensive information on managing elm leaf beetles, including their life cycle, symptoms of infestation, and effective control measures.

Developing the Landscape Plan

Reviewed

Develop an attractive and useful home landscape with this step-by-step approach. Learn principles to keep in mind, the uses of the three major landscape areas, and how to develop a plan with sketches in this University of Missouri Extension guide.

Preventing Construction Damage to Trees

Reviewed

Avoid tree damage during construction by preventing injuries and soil compaction; use protective measures to keep trees healthy.

Improving Lawn and Landscape Soils

Revised

Learn how to enhance lawn and landscape soils by improving structure, drainage, and fertility through soil testing and organic amendments.

Leaf Scorch of Ornamental Trees and Shrubs

Reviewed

Reviewed by Christopher J. Starbuck
Division of Plant Sciences

Leaf scorch is a noninfectious condition caused by an unfavorable environment. There is no chemical control for leaf scorch, so the most effective defense is good management.

Proceedings of the Symposium on Advances in Vineyard Pest Management

New

MU Institute for Continental Climate Viticulture and Enology

Food Defense: Protecting the Food Supply from Intentional Harm, Page 5

New

This glossary spells out abbreviations and acronyms related to food defense.

Using Integrated Pest Management in Greenhouses and Herbaceous Nurseries

Revised

James Quinn
Horticulture Extension Specialist

David Trinklein
Division of Plant Sciences

Raymond A. Cloyd
Ornamental Entomology/Integrated Pest Management
Kansas State University

Proceedings of the Symposium on Sustainability in Vineyards and Wineries

New

Editor's note
The following abstract describes a publication that is only available as a downloadable PDF.

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