Garden Pests and Diseases

Plant and Pest Diagnostic Laboratory - Purdue University lab provides identification of pests and problems associated with plants. Services extended to businesses and individuals throughout Indiana and the US.

Mosquito Trap Reviews - Information on mosquito traps, bites, diseases, life cycle, prevention, and control.

Penn State University: Plant Pathology Fact Sheets - Collection of information sheets about diseases affecting herbaceous and woody ornamental plants in the Northeastern U.S.

Agralawn Crabgrass Killer - Offers a natural product used to treat various similar weeds.

Arkansas Home & Garden: Pest Control - Table of consumer insecticides with trade and brand names, active ingredients, and formulation.

West Virginia University Extension Service: Pest Management - Listing of online publications, includes household pest management information for many insects.

A Mosquito - Mosquito and mosquito trap information and reviews.

PestFacts.org - Informational site by RISE, an association of specialty pesticide and fertilizer producers. Articles, news, FAQs and links to other resources.

Tree Doctor - Mostly informational site about tree health, including pages on common pests, dealing with soil compaction, and mycorrhizal and fertilizer treatments. Also contact information for professional arborists in the US.

Alternative Control Measures for Pests of Shade Trees and Woody Ornamentals in the Home Landscape - Article by a University of Kentucky entomologist covering microbial and botanical insecticides, insecticidal soaps, and horticultural oils, as well as preventative measures.

UC Management Guidelines for Boxelder Bug - Guidelines for Boxelder Bug on Kiwifruit.

The Mosquito Kill Net - Articles on controlling mosquitos using repellents and other devices, mosquito bite remedies, and information about lifecycle and natural predators of the insects.

The Bug Clinic - Company selling pest control products offers information pages on many insect and rodent pests and methods of controlling them.

Neb Guide on Boxelder bugs - Life history and control of boxelder bugs.

The Bug Review - Learn about common household bugs & garden bugs. Searchable database of insects, with photos of the insects and typical damage.

Insect and Pest Information - Information about a wide range of pest insects and rodents presented by the Univar company.

Growit.com: Problems Category - Knowledge base for the nursery industry provides an extensive series of factsheets on insect and nematode pests, viral and fungal diseases, and environmental problems.

Cat Repellant Techniques - Information on a range of cat repellant techniques, from home remedies to commercial products.

The Extension Toxicology Network (Extoxnet) - A collaborative effort of several US universities collecting pesticide information profiles, toxicology information briefs, and other factsheets and newsletters.

Cornell Extension: Outdoor Nuisance - Short articles in Q&A format on various pests and weeds.

Ohioline: Insects and Pests - Collection of links to fact-sheets (some html, some PDF) on a variety of pest topics, covering house and food products to lawn and garden.

Selecting a Reliable Pest Control Firm for Termite Control - Tips on selecting a professional pest control company for termite work. Ohio State University Extension fact sheet.

Vole Control - Site selling a Bait Station System also provides useful information on voles, their habits, habitat, and life cycle, identification, and help locating their burrows.

Featured Creatures - Large collection of information sheets on insects, arachnids, and nematodes of importance to Florida residents, arranged by common name, scientific name, and crop or habitat.

The Mole Man - Professional mole trapper provides information on mole behavior, ecology, and control. Illustrated articles, FAQ, listing of several other US trappers by state.

Rabbits in the Landscape - Information from Ohio State University about habitat, diet, biology, and control of the common rabbit. Includes lists of plants arranged by extent of rabbit damage.

Sentricon Termite Baits - Sentricon termite baiting system.

Wildlife Damage Management - University of Nebraska organization offers information on identification and control of mammal, bird, and reptile pests, a business registry of wildlife services, and links to other university resources.

Sustainable Gardening Tips: Garden Snake - Common-sense information about keeping snakes out of the garden, and accounts of pet dogs and cats encountering snakes.

Soil Organic Matter, Green Manures and Cover Crops For Nematode Management - Explains how the organic content of soil can decrease plant damage by nematodes. Discussion of methods to add organic matter, and the nematocidal activities of various cover crops.

Garlic Guard - An all natural way to a safe and pest free garden.

Termidor - Termite control product, information and professional locator for your area.

LivingWithBugs - Information on least-toxic solutions for common insect and mite problems around the home and garden, including yellowjackets, carpenter ants, powderpost beetles, slugs, spider mites, boxelder bugs, and aphids.

DirectGardening.com - Offers you quality plants at great prices - come and see what we mean!

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