Dark brown or black blotches on the bottom of tomato fruit is a sure sign of blossom-end rot.

Early blight is one of the most common diseases of tomatoes in Louisiana. This article provides tips to help manage the disease.

Products are available that can help manage the problem fire ants pose and will allow for normal outdoor activities.

Suggestions for choosing herbicides for winter weeds in lawns.

(Distributed 03/03/11) As gardening activities increase, home gardeners and landscapers may become concerned with problems on their plants.

The Bradford Pear tree is an ornamental that can suffer from a bacterial disease infection known as fire blight. County Agent Keith Collins, provides information to assist homeowners in saving their trees.

This publication contains a variety of information about 53 Louisiana plants that can serve as nectar sources for honeybees. Illustrated by color photos of each plant, the 32-page guide includes descriptions of the plants and the honey produced from each source. It also includes a handy chart showing the blooming season for each plant. Cost: $10 plus tax and shipping. You can order this book through our online store by using the Order Publication link below.

Frequently Asked Questions related to home vegetable gardening.

Posting of links to key Horticulture Publications.

The key components of the effective use of fungicides for pecan disease control are timing, coverage and concentration. The updated 2009 fungicide list is included.