Chicago Area Gardeners Advised to Use Data for Pest and Disease Control
• Chicago gardeners are advised to use scientific data, like growing degree days, to effectively manage pests and diseases.
• The Morton Arboretum's Plant Health Care Report offers weekly insights on pest control, soil conditions, and expert gardening advice.
• Timing interventions accurately, based on weather data, minimizes environmental impact and maximizes treatment effectiveness.
Scientific data helps manage pests, diseases effectively
As spring arrives in the Chicago area, gardeners are encouraged to utilize scientific data for managing pests and diseases effectively. Sharon Yiesla from The Morton Arboretum stresses the importance of understanding weather's influence on plant and insect life cycles.
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