IPM
This approach combines multiple methods to control pests effectively.
What is Integrated Pest Management (IPM)?
This is the practice of covering soil with materials like bark or straw.
What is mulching?
This warm-season grass is commonly used on southern lawns and sports fields.
What is Bermuda grass?
This is the process of cutting away dead or overgrown plant parts.
What is pruning?
This tool is used to dig holes and move soil.
What is a shovel?
This type of control uses living organisms to manage pests.
What is biological control?
This type of mulch is made from natural materials like wood chips or leaves.
What is organic mulch?
This cool-season grass is known for its dark green color and fine texture.
What is Kentucky bluegrass?
This tool is commonly used for pruning small stems.
What are pruning shears (or hand pruners)?
A landscaper shaping shrubs would use this tool.
What are hedge shears?
This type of control includes practices like crop rotation and sanitation
What is cultural control?
This is one main benefit of mulch for soil moisture.
What is water retention?
This turf grass is commonly used for quick germination and temporary cover
What is ryegrass?
This type of pruning removes flowers after blooming.
What is deadheading?
Using dull tools can cause this problem in plants.
What is damage or disease entry points?
This step involves regularly checking for pest presence and damage.
What is monitoring (or scouting)?
This is the recommended depth for most mulch applications.
What is 2–4 inches?
This type of grass grows best in warm climates.
What are warm-season grasses?
Removing weak branches allows the plant to do this better.
What is grow stronger or healthier?
This tool is used to cut small branches and stems on plants.
What are hand pruners (pruning shears)?
Overuse of pesticides can lead to this pest problem.
What is resistance?
If mulch is applied too thick, this problem may occur.
What is poor air flow (or root rot)?
This type of grass grows best in cooler temperatures
What are cool-season grasses?
Proper pruning improves this flow within the plant canopy.
What is air circulation?
Digging a hole for a fence post requires this tool.
What is a post hole digger?