Landscape Pest Problem Solver

General Information

University of Connecticut Plant Database - Search for the best plant to put in a certain location - lists trees, shrubs, and vines based on site qualities or ornamental traits including pest resistance.

Cultural Practice Problems of Trees & Shrubs in the Landscape and Nursery - Highlights the many cultural practice pitfalls associated with woody plants in the nursery, landscape, and urban forest, from UMass Extension. See their bookstore for other landscaping publications.

PA Wildlife #7 Landscaping for Wildlife: Trees, Shrubs and Vines (PDF)

Planting Ornamentals (PDF)

Creating Healthy Landscapes Series (PDF files) - Series of fact sheets about understanding and implementing IPM in landscapes
   #1: Introduction
   #2: Choose Plants Wisely
   #3: Plant with Care
   #4: Promote Plant Health
   #5: Keep Plants Well Groomed
   #6: Monitor Pests and Keep Records
   #7: Pest Management Methods
   #8: Recognize and Conserve Natural Enemies
   #9: Use Nature's Signals to Manage Landscape Plants

Specialists at Penn State:

Greg Hoover - Entomology
Gary Moorman - Plant Diseases
Jim Sellmer - Ornamental Horticulture

Contact your County Extension Office