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Using Oils As Pesticides
(2006-10-30)
Petroleum and plant-derived spray oils show increasing potential for use as part of Integrated Pest Management systems for control of soft-bodied pests on fruit trees, shade trees, woody ornamentals and household plants. ...
Protecting Elm Trees from Elm Bark Beetle on the Texas High Plains
(2001-06-27)
This publication can help you recognize and understand the development of the lesser European elm bark beetle, which threatens elm trees on the Texas High Plains. Management and prevention measures are discussed. Deciduous ...
Fall Webworm
(2004-10-08)
The fall webworm is a common pest of trees and shrubs. This insect produces unsightly webs, and repeated infestations can damage plants. Control methods are most successful when one understands the pest's life cycle. This ...
Oak Leaf Roller and Springtime Defoliation of Live Oak Trees
(2004-03-26)
This publication explains how to minimize damage to live oak trees by the oak leaf roller and an associated caterpillar species, which occur throughout Texas but are most damaging in the Hill Country and South Texas.
Tent Caterpillars
(2006-03-13)
Tent caterpillars attack broadleaf trees and shrubs and produce unsightly webs or tents. The life cycles and identifying characteristics of and control measures for the four tent caterpillar species found in Texas are ...
Florida Wax Scales: Control Measures in Texas for Hollies
(2006-11-30)
This publication explains how to control Florida wax scales, which have begun attacking hollies in Texas. 6 pp., 4 photos
Elm Leaf Beetle
(2002-05-22)
Elm leaf beetles damage all varieties of elm trees. Learn how to identify this insect and understand its biology and life cycle. There are suggestions for controlling elm leaf beetles, as well as a table of insecticides ...