Went to a conference this past Friday at Montgomery College Germantown, Pest Management. Most of the ASRT's (gardeners) from the Arboretum went along with a smattering of Horticulturists, etc.. Learned and relearned a lot of good stuff: of course that's the point of the whole thing! It prompteed me to add two websites to the "Information" list. While they are of most use to mid-Atlantic gardeners, Bug of the Week, is a fun informative feature that Mike Raupp PhD entomologist at the University of Maryland posts weekly on his web site. It is a series of interesting topical essays, sometimes with pornographic video (see April 28, 2008); I look forward even to the less erotic posts. The second site, while of less general interest, is an essential resource for landscape professionals and serious gardeners. Go to the University of Maryland Cooperative Extension Green Industry Web Site and select "IPM Weekly Alert for Nursery and Landscape" from the toolbar. Wow. The good stuff includes weekly updates of new occurrences of insects and diseases, along with discussions of short and long-term weather including degree days. Pictures, references, suggestions. Much of the power of this site lies in the fact that this is not just what a few extension agents and a few staffers from the Univeristy come upon, it is supplemented by submissions from a large and growing network of associates in Maryland and adjacent areas. It is an incredible example of how the internet can make our lives easier and better! Take advantage of it.
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I am only sending this comment so that you know that people read and enjoy your blog even though people may not be leaving comments! Amy told me about it back in the fall and I find myself checking it out regularly. Keep your gardens thoughts flowing.
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