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Brown Marmorated Stink Bug Control

According to Tom Stebbins, UT/TSU Extension Agent for Hamilton County, we are starting to see the next insect pest invader – the Brown Marmorated Sting Bug (BMSB).   His office is just starting to get reports from Chattanooga area homeowners about this  member of the stink bug family.

Adults are approximately 3/4 inch long (17 mm) and [...]

Landscape ID Workshop

Title: Landscape ID Workshop
Location: Chattanooga State Community College, Omni Building Room 126
Description: To Landscapers, Master Gardeners and Garden Nursery personnel

Here is a University of Tennessee —Workshop/Field Day you may be interested in attending.  It will help you answer disease, insect, weed and turf questions that your clients or neighbors are asking.   These will be hands-on [...]

Homemade Pesticides

Did you know it’s still possible to keep your garden free from pests without toxins and harmful chemicals?  Most chemical pesticides are toxic to humans as well as pets and small animals that may enter your yard or garden. That’s why homemade pesticides make a lot more sense.  Many home gardeners are looking for ways [...]