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

Vegetable Gardening

New $10

Vegetable gardening is a rewarding activity that can provide fresh, flavorful produce. It also offers the benefits of exercise, fresh air and landscape beautification. Learn to grow your own vegetables so you can eat fresh and save on groceries.

Herbaceous Ornamentals

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Discover the beauty of herbaceous ornamentals—annuals and perennials that add color, texture, and fragrance to your garden with easy-growing versatility

Selecting Landscape Plants: Uncommon Trees for Specimen Plantings

Reviewed

Check out some uncommon landscape trees that have a good chance for survival in the Missouri climate.

Aphids, Scales and Mites on Home Garden and Landscape Plants

Revised

Learn how to identify and control aphids, scales, and mites to protect your garden plants from damage and common pest-related issues.

Selecting Landscape Plants: Shade Trees

Revised

Learn how to select the perfect shade trees for your Midwest yard or landscape. Don't waste years on a bad landscape!

Low-Maintenance Landscaping

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Create a beautiful, low-maintenance landscape with thoughtful design, proper plant selection, and easy-to-care-for features that suit your space and lifestyle.

Soil Testing for Lawns

Reviewed

Soil testing helps determine nutrient levels and pH, guiding effective lawn fertilization and ensuring healthy turf growth.

Integrated Pest Management in Missouri’s Green Industries

Revised

Learn pest control strategies for Missouri’s green industries using monitoring, thresholds, and eco-friendly tactics that reduce pesticide use.

Justin R. Morris Vineyard Mechanization Symposium: Workshop Proceedings

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

Understanding and Preventing Freeze Damage in Vineyards: Workshop Proceedings

New

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

Ornamental Grasses

New

Discover the beauty of ornamental grasses—vigorous, low-maintenance plants that add color, form, and texture to your garden, thriving in various conditions.

Growing Sweet Corn in Missouri

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Sweet corn is a popular summer vegetable crop in Missouri that grows well in a wide range of soils. Learn what sweet corn varieties perform well in Missouri; how to fertilize, water and harvest it; and more in this University of Missouri Extension guide.

Irrigating Trees and Shrubs During Summer Drought

New

Christopher J. Starbuck
Division of Plant Sciences

Landscaping Your Front Yard

Revised

Design a welcoming front yard that complements your home's style, enhances curb appeal, and guides visitors to your door.​

Growing Sweet Potatoes in Missouri

New

Lewis W. Jett
Division of Plant Sciences

Eggplant Production

New

Learn how to grow eggplant. Cultivar selection, planting, fertilizing, staking, harvesting and insect pest management are all covered in this University of Missouri Extension guide.

Steps in Fertilizing Garden Soil: Vegetables and Annual Flowers

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Learn how to test soil, apply fertilizers, and maintain nutrient levels for healthy vegetable and flower gardens.

Pruning and Care of Shade Trees

Reviewed

Most established shade trees do not need to be pruned regularly. But yearly pruning during the first few years after planting can help a tree become established and develop a strong, attractive structure. Learn when and how to prune and problems you might

High Tunnel Tomato Production

New

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

Selecting Landscape Plants: Needled Evergreens

Reviewed

Learn how to select and care for needled evergreens, including pines, spruces, and firs, to enhance your landscape with year-round color and texture.

Selecting Landscape Plants: Deciduous Shrubs

Reviewed

Christopher J. Starbuck
Department of Horticulture

Pesticides and the Environment

Reviewed

Pesticides interact with soil and climate, affecting their movement, breakdown, and potential environmental impact.

Water-Efficient Gardening and Landscaping

Reviewed

Learn water-saving techniques for gardening, from drought-tolerant plants to efficient irrigation methods, and create a sustainable, beautiful landscape.

Temperature Effects on Storage of Greenhouse, Ornamental and Turf Pesticides

New

Temperature extremes can reduce pesticide effectiveness and damage containers. This guide offers storage tips for greenhouse, ornamental, and turf pesticides.

Watermelon Bacterial Fruit Blotch

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Bacterial fruit blotch causes dark green blotches on watermelons, leading to rind rupture and decay; manage with clean seeds and sanitation.​

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