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Piercing-sucking pests such as aphids, scales and mites are commonly found on home garden and landscape plants. Learn how to identify and control them in this University of Missouri Extension guide.
Denny Schrock
Department of Horticulture
Bricks in sand make an attractive, durable and pleasant outdoor paving (Figure 1). They are easy to install — the easiest to handle of all paving materials.
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.
Chapter 7 of the Missouri Master Gardener Core Manual
Christopher J. Starbuck
Associate Professor Emeritus
Division of Plant Sciences
Many gardeners view shade as a challenging situation for growing plants. While some plants do not grow well in low light, numerous others thrive under these conditions. The key is to discover which ones are adapted to the conditions in your yard or garden.
Chapter 9 of the Missouri Master Gardener Core Manual
Mary Kroening
Division of Plant Sciences
Michele R. Warmund
Fruit State Specialist
Division of Plant Sciences
Christopher J. Starbuck
Department of Horticulture
Manjula V. Nathan
MU Extension Soil Testing and Plant Diagnostic Services Laboratories
David H. Trinklein
Horticulture State Specialist
Division of Plant Sciences
Good landscape design makes the space useful. Is your front yard landscape inviting? Does it direct guests to your door? Learn the basic principles of designing a landscape and get tips on planning yours in this illustrated guide from MU Extension.
All landscapes require some maintenance, but homeowners can install a low-maintenance landscape by planning around the design considerations of simplicity, size, plant arrangement, turf alternatives, hardscape features and mulch. Get the details in this U
Editor’s note
Chapter 1 of the Missouri Master Gardener Core Manual
Welcome
Chapter 11 of the Missouri Master Gardener Core Manual
Edited by David Trinkl
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.
Reviewed by David Trinklein
Horticulture Extension State Specialist
Division of Plant Sciences & Technology
Needled evergreens are planted primarily because of their evergreen foliage. Visit our site for our Selecting Landscape Plants: Needled Evergreens resource.
Learn how to select the perfect shade trees for your midwest yard or landscape. Don't waste years on a bad landscape!
Check out some uncommon landscape trees that have a good chance for survival in the Missouri climate.
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.
Editor's note
Since this guide was printed and last reviewed, a note alerting readers to the invasive nature of amur honeysuckle has been added to this page.
Denny Schrock
Department of Horticulture
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.