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Specialty Gardens for Arizona

AZ1271
September 2002
PDF icon AZ1271

Bradley, Lucy

Morris, Gail
Once you have the basics of gardening down, it'?s fun to be creative! Many parts of your classroom curriculum can be incorporated in gardening. You can plant Butterfly Gardens, Bat Gardens, Pizza Gardens, Salsa Gardens, Dinosaur Gardens or build Sunflower Houses with your younger students.

Arizona Master Gardener Manual

AZ1738-2017
July 2017

Interior Plants: Selection and Care

AZ1025
May 1998
PDF icon AZ1025

Davison, Elizabeth
Almost any indoor environment is more pleasant and attractive when living plants are a part of the setting. Real enjoyment and consistent success with indoor plants depends on selecting the right plant for a given environmental situation.
originally authored by Charles Sacamano, Extension Horticulture Specialist, and Douglas A. Bailey, Assistant Professor, Plant Sciences

Diez pasos para un jardín de vegetales exitoso

AZ1435S-2018
August 2018
PDF icon AZ1435S-2018

McDonald, Daniel

Oebker, Norman

Call, Robert E.

La jardinería de vegetales puede resultar divertido y proporcionar alimentos frescos deliciosos de alto valor nutritivo. Cuidar y trabajar con las plantas puede dar otra dimensión de alegría a la vida y crear una conciencia del maravilloso mundo de la naturaleza.

Seed ball strategies for gardening and restoration in arid landscapes

AZ1797-2019
July 2019
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Gornish, Elise

To overcome challenges associated with gardening and restoration in arid landscapes, many techniques have been developed, including the strategic placement of irrigation lines, the application of mulch, and the improved selection of plant species and varieties.

Pointleaf manzanita (‘little apple’) Arctostaphylos pungens

AZ1791-2019
February 2019
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Barton, David R.

Howery, Larry D.

Arizona residents who live in the desert valleys with its surrounding mountains (sometimes called “sky islands”) are a fortunate bunch. Biodiversity of plants and animals throughout our state is among the best anywhere on earth.

Guide to Symptoms of Plant Nutrient Deficiencies

AZ1106
May 1999
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Bradley, Lucy

Hosier, Shanyn

Plants need the right combination of nutrients to live, grow and reproduce. When plants suffer from malnutrition, they show symptoms of being unhealthy. This publication provides information on the patten of symptoms and the treatments for plant nutrient deficiencies.

Ground Covers for Arizona Landscapes

AZ1110
April 1999
PDF icon AZ1110

Davison, Elizabeth
Ground covers are usually creeping, sprawling or clumping plants whose primary function is to cover the ground in man-made landscapes. They can also include low growing shrubs and perennials, if they spread to cover the area.

Plants for Poolside Landscapes

AZ1058
August 1998
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Bradley, Lucy
Landscaping is the finishing touch to your backyard oasis. Your pool will be even more inviting when surrounded by the right plants.

School Garden Food Safety Guidelines

AZ1604
September 2013
PDF icon AZ1604

Pastor, Monica

Schimke, Ashley

Eckles, Diane
The following are guidelines for the safe handling of foods grown in school gardens for use in the school cafeteria. Following these guidelines will help reduce contamination from pathogens and maintain a safe environment for children, volunteers, and teachers who work in the garden.

Manure in the Home Garden

AZ1590
January 2013
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Walworth, James L.
Animal manures are an excellent source of nitrogen and phosphorus, and can be used to replace manufactured fertilizers in organic agricultural production. Manure has been used to supply plant nutrients and organic matter to

Agaves in the Garden (PowerPoint)

AZ1336
June 2010
Office presentation icon AZ1336

Kelly, Jack J.
Agaves have become increasingly popular as ornamental plants. Their culture and selection can be confusing and difficult for many people.

Fertilizing Home Gardens in Arizona

AZ1020-2014
October 2014
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DeGomez, Tom
Gardens provide excellent quality vegetables for freshness and for processing if the crops are supplied with an adequate level of nutrients and water. Fertilizing with manures or other organic fertilizers versus “chemical” fertilizers is discussed.
Revised 10/2014. Originally Published 1999.

Growing Strawberries in Home Gardens

az1667-2015
July 2015
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DeGomez, Tom
Strawberries are easy to grow. They provide the first fruit of the season, and are quick to bear. When harvested fully ripe in the home garden they have excellent flavor. In stores they can be expensive and are often harvested prior to being fully ripe. Various types of strawberries are available.

Vegetable Planting Calendar for Maricopa County

AZ1005-2018
September 2018
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Umeda, Kai

Maricopa County is a wonderful place to garden. Almost any type of vegetable or fruit can be grown successfully provided one chooses appropriate varieties and plants at the right time.

Based upon original work by: Lucy Bradley and Kai Umeda; April 1998

Container Gardening In The Southwest Desert

AZ1713-2016
December 2016
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Young, Kelly Murray

This publication covers the basics of container gardening in the hot, dry desert. Selecting an appropriate container, planting medium, and plant types for production are discussed.

Steps to Becoming a Certified School Garden

AZ1722-2017
January 2017
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Robbins, Natalie

McDonald, Daniel

Rivadeneira, Paula
School gardens provide great teaching opportunities, while also encouraging healthy lifestyle choices. With sustainable school gardens growing more popular statewide, interest in serving garden grown produce in the school cafeteria is increasing.

Growing Grapes in the Home Garden

az1657-2015
March 2015
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DeGomez, Tom

Growing table grapes is fun and easy because they do well in most soils and are suited to Arizona’s diverse climate. Choosing a site with full sunlight, selecting the right variety, and caring for the vines properly will produce tasty fruit.

Ten Steps to a Successful Vegetable Garden

AZ1435-2015
February 2015
PDF icon AZ1435-2015

DeGomez, Tom

Call, Robert E.
Ten carefully taken steps will produce many enjoyable moments and an abundant harvest of fresh vegetables during much of the year. The ten steps are: 1) Select a good location. 2) Plan your garden layout. 3) Grow recommended varieties. 4) Obtain good seed, plants, equipment and supplies.
Revised 02/2015. Originally published 09/2007.

Planting and Harvesting Calendar for Gardeners in Yuma County

AZ1615-2020
March 2020
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Lane, Janine

Masson, Robert

Nolte, Kurt D.

Bealmear-Jones, Stacey R.

There are two distinct growing seasons in Yuma. The first, extending from September through February, when the sun is low and the days are short, is ideal for growing cool season crops.

Cómo regar los cítricos

AZ1151S-2020
July 2020
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Wright, Glenn C.

la hoja y avanza hasta que toda la hoja se marchita. Por último, las hojas se caen. Las flores y después las frutas también se caerán. Todo el árbol se marchita si el agua no se suministra por mucho tiempo.

Growing Blackberries in the Low Desert

AZ1450
March 2008
PDF icon AZ1450

Wright, Glenn C.
A homeowner's guide for growing blackberries in the low desert.

Irrigating Citrus Trees

AZ1151
February 2000
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Wright, Glenn C.

Water is essential for citrus trees because it is an integral component of the biochemical reactions that occur within the plant, and also because it is the carrier that moves plant nutrients and other substances throughout the tree. This publication examines irrigating citrus trees.

Frost Protection

AZ1002
April 1998
PDF icon AZ1002

Bradley, Lucy
The variation of the first and the last frost date is due to differences in elevation, density of population and several other factor, including a variation in temperature from year to year. All these variations make it more difficult to protect plants.

Integrated Pest Management for the Home Garden

AZ1521
August 2010
PDF icon AZ1521

Bealmear-Jones, Stacey R.
This is an overview of Integrated Pest Management (IPM) and how to use it in a home garden.

Alternative Pesticide Options for The Home Gardener

AZ1765-2018
May 2018
PDF icon AZ1765-2018

Brischke, Andrew

Clotworthy, Bob

Schalau, Jeff

Braun, Hattie

Wierda, Mike
Integrated Pest Management (IPM) is an ecosystem-based strategy that focuses on long-term management of pests or their damage through a combination of techniques such as biological controls, habitat manipulation, modification of cultural practices, use of resistant varieties, and chemical

Bagrada Bug: A New Pest for Arizona Gardeners

AZ1588
December 2012
PDF icon AZ1588

Warren, Peter L.

Bealmear-Jones, Stacey R.

Young, Kelly Murray

The Bagrada bug (Bagrada hilaris), an invasive pest of crucifers previously found in Africa, Asia, and Europe is now present in southern California and Arizona. It is a major pest of Brassicaceae crops and has been found on other plants as well.

Huanglongbing of Citrus

AZ1795-2019
May 2019
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Hu, Jiahuai

Wright, Glenn C.

Huanglongbing (Chinese for yellow dragon disease or yellow shoot disease, abbreviated as HLB) also known as citrus greening, is a lethal, fast-spreading bacterial disease of citrus. HLB is the worst disease of citrus trees worldwide. HLB was first described in China in the early 1900s.

Flower Planting Guide for the Low Desert

AZ1100a
August 2001
PDF icon AZ1100a

Bradley, Lucy

Cromell, Cathy
There are many types of beautiful flowers that can be grown in the low desert. Use this chart to plan for year round color and interest in your yard. Select plants that will do well in our climate and meet your individual needs.
Revised 6/2001. Originally published 4/1999.

Pruning Shrubs in the Low and Mid-Elevation Deserts in Arizona

az1499-2016
January 2016
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Schuch, Ursula K.
This publication presents reasons for pruning, and how and when to prune. Pruning recommendations of individual regional plants are provided and shrubs for formal and informal hedges are listed.
Revised 01/2016. Originally published 10/2009

Pruning Evergreen Shrubs

az1661-2015
July 2015
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Fazio, Steve

DeGomez, Tom
Evergreen shrubs used to landscape the home grounds should be permitted to grow and develop into their natural shapes. Natural growing shrubs lend a pleasing look to the home grounds.

Pruning Hedges to Provide Screening

az1660-2015
July 2015
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Fazio, Steve

DeGomez, Tom
An ideal hedge for screening patio areas should have dense foliage from the base to the very top of the plants.

Growing Figs in the Low Desert

AZ1636-2014
July 2014
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Bealmear-Jones, Stacey R.

This publication will help home gardeners grow figs. It includes cultural care as well as pest management.

Rose Selection and Planting in the Low Desert

AZ1304
June 2003
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Bradley, Lucy

Coffman, MaryLou

This publication contains an overview of the different types of roses, a chart with name, color, ARS rateing, fragrance, flower and foliage description, and growth habit. Also contains planting guidelines

Phoenix Area Turf Water Management Information

AZ1057
September 1998
PDF icon AZ1057

Brown, Paul W.
Phoenix area turf managers now have access to FREE turf water use information via fax, email or the Internet.

Managing Spurge in the Landscape, Garden and Turf

AZ1572
June 2012
PDF icon AZ1572

Young, Kelly Murray
Weedy spurges of the genus Chamaesyce are difficult to control due to their rapid life cycle and small seed size. Four species are common in managed Arizona landscapes and garden and include Chamaesyce albomarginata, a perennial species; C. prostrate, C. maculata and C.

Strategy for Nutsedge Control in Turf

April 2020
PDF icon View Publication AZ1818-2020

Umeda, Kai

The grass-like purple nutsedge (Cyperus rotundus) is a problem weed in agricultural crops, residential and commercial landscapes, and in turfgrasses on golf courses, sports fields, and home lawns (Figure 1). Both purple and yellow (C.

Fertilizer Storage and Handling

AZ1016
May 1998
PDF icon AZ1016

Hassinger, Elaine

Watson, Jack
Certain fertilizer nutrients can be harmful for animals and humans if they enter groundwater or surface water sources. Nitrate is the fertilizer nutrient that most often causes water contamination problems.

Growing Tomatoes Above 6000 foot Elevations in Arizona

az1282-2014
October 2014
PDF icon az1282-2014

DeGomez, Tom
Tomatoes are the most popular vegetable item in the home garden but at the higher elevations of Arizona it becomes very difficult. Tomatoes have to be planted early enough to ripen fruit by fall yet not too early or they will be killed by a late spring frost.
Revised 10/2014. Originally Published 2002.

Compost Tea 101: What Every Organic Gardener Should Know

AZ1739-2017
August 2017
PDF icon AZ1739-2017

Joe, Valerisa

Rock, Channah

McLain, Jean E

Growers of organic produce in the Southwestern United States face many challenges, including variation in water and temperature, and exposure to insects and disease.

Aphids

AZ1635-2014
July 2014
PDF icon AZ1635-2014

Warren, Peter L.

Schalau, Jeff
A description of aphids, the damage they cause, their lifecycle, and management recommendations.

How to Hire A Tree Expert

AZ1003
January 2020
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Schuch, Ursula K.

Bradley, Lucy

Tree experts, known as arborists, provide a variety of services to help you care for the valuable investment you have made in your trees.

Perennials for Northern Arizona above 6,000 Foot Elevations

AZ1256-2011
December 2011
PDF icon AZ1256-2011

Braun, Hattie

DeGomez, Tom
This article provides information about perennials in Northern Arizona. It describes planting them, preparing the soil, irrigation, mulching, fertilizing, etc.. It lists out many of the perennials and gives information about each of their growing conditions and their use.
Revised 12/2011. Originally published: 1/2002.

Care of Desert-Adapted Plants

AZ1048
March 1998
PDF icon AZ1048

Fletcher, Della C.

Waterfall, Patricia H.

Arid urban environment increases the potential insect problems in shrubs and trees. Urban stress conditions include extreme temperatures, salty irrigation water, and heavy soils. Further, many trees and shrubs available in nurseries are not adapted to these arid climates.

Arizona Landscape Palms

AZ1021
December 2000
PDF icon AZ1021

Davison, Elizabeth

Begeman, John
The luxuriant tropical appearance and stately silhouette of palms add much to the Arizona landscape. Few other plants are as striking in low and mid elevation gardens.

Oranges for Southern Arizona

AZ1850-2020
September 2020
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Wright, Glenn C.

Landscape Vines for Southern Arizona

AZ1606
October 2013
PDF icon AZ1606

Warren, Peter L.
Adapted from April 1985 publication "Landscape Vines for Southern Arizona" by Charles M. Sacamano, University of Arizona Extension Landscape Specialist and Warren D. Jones, Professor, Landscape Architecture.
The reasons for using vines in the landscape are many and varied. First of all, southern Arizona's bright sunshine and warm temperatures make them a practical means of climate control. Vines add a vertical dimension to the desert landscape that is difficult to achieve with any other kind of plant.

Plant Your Tree in the Right Location

az1674-2015
July 2015
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Gibson, Rick
As long term investments, trees are expected to provide benefits for extended periods of time, usually decades. Trees planted in locations where they cannot survive or where they create problems rarely stay in place for any length of time.
New publication

Planting Guidelines: Container Trees and Shrubs

AZ1022-2012
November 2012
PDF icon AZ1022-2012

Schuch, Ursula K.
The majority of tree and shrub roots lie within the top two feet of soil and extend one and a half to four times the width of the crown, the above ground portion of the plants. These roots hold the plant in place and absorb most of the water and nutrients.
Revised 11/2012. Originally published: 1998.

Rainwater Collection -- Passive Water Harvesting

AZ1564
November 2012
PDF icon AZ1564

Daily, Cado

Wilkins, Cyndi
This fact sheet is written for the layperson and emerging professional rainwater installer to familiarize them with the components of a passive rainwater collection system in a landscape.

Sooty Canker

AZ1032
January 2011
PDF icon AZ1032

Olsen, Mary W.

Young, Deborah
Originally published: 1998
Sooty canker causes cankers and dieback in tree branches. This article briefly explains the host, symptoms, environmental conditions, disease and preventing / controlling method for sooty canker.

Powdery Mildew

AZ1033
January 2011
PDF icon AZ1033

Olsen, Mary W.
Originally published: 1998
Powdery mildew, a plant disease, appears as white, powdery spots on the leaf surface of several different kinds of plants. They are specific to their hosts and one type will infect only certain plants, usually those in the same or closely related plant families.

Verticillium Wilt

AZ1034
January 2011
PDF icon AZ1034

Olsen, Mary W.

Young, Deborah
Originally published: 1998
Verticillium Wilt causes wilting and yellowing of leaves, death of limbs, often on one side or a portion of the plant. This article provides information on the disease caused by Verticillium Wilt including the host, symptoms, environmental conditions, disease and the preventing / controlling method.

Turfgrass Consumptive Use Values for the Phoenix Area

AZ1314
April 2003
PDF icon AZ1314

Brown, Paul W.
Consumptive use (CU) curves that provide average rates of turfgrass evapotranspiration (ETT) are widely used by irrigation professionals for design and management of turfgrass irrigation systems. For approximately 35 years, the bermudagrass lawn CU curve

Deciduous Fruit and Nuts for the Low Desert

AZ1269
March 2002
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Bradley, Lucy

Maurer, Michael

For optimum fruit production in the low desert, choose deciduous fruit tree varieties that have low “chilling requirements,” early maturing fruit, and are self pollinating.

Guide to Making and Using Biochar for Gardens in Southern Arizona

AZ1752-2017
November 2017
PDF icon AZ1752-2017

Artiola, Janick

Wardell, Lois

Biochar is actually just charcoal or black carbon, made from the incomplete combustion of wood or other biomass products.

Shrubs for Northern Arizona above 6,000 Foot Elevations

AZ1285-2013
March 2013
PDF icon AZ1285-2013

Braun, Hattie

DeGomez, Tom
Shrubs can greatly enhance the landscaping of your home year round. Different types of shrubs, their landscape usage, selection and cultural requirements are discussed here in detail.
Revised 3/2013. Originally published: 1/2003.

Javelina Resistant Plants

AZ1238-2017
August 2017
PDF icon AZ1238-2017

Schalau, Jeff

The plants on this list represent plants less likely to be eaten by javelina. Reviewed 10/2016. Originally published 2001.

How to Construct a Bicycle-Powered Seed Pelletizer for Use in Gardening and Restoration

AZ1785-2018
November 2018
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Gornish, Elise

Simpson, Ashlee

Caballero-Reynolds, Marci

Seed pellets encapsulate seeds in a mixture (often clay, and nutrient-rich organic matter such as compost, humus, or charcoal) that will potentially reduce predation by insects and rodents while allowing for increased water retention and seed-soil contact.

Annual Flowers for Northern Arizona above 6,000 Foot Elevations

AZ1255-2013
March 2013
PDF icon AZ1255-2013

Braun, Hattie

DeGomez, Tom
This article provides information about how to use annual flowers in Northern Arizona. It describes how to plan a garden, plant flowers and prepare soil. It lists out many of the common annual flowers that perfrom well in higher elevations in Arizona.
Revised 3/2013. Originally published: 1/2002.

RainScapes

AZ1539
February 2011
PDF icon AZ1539

Daily, Cado

Wilkins, Cyndi
RainScapes are the ultimate in water efficient landscaping. RainScapes are beautiful landscapes that once established rely entirely on rain and stormwater (gray water too if available)while preserving tap water for indoor and drinking water needs.

Source List for Seed and Plants for the Upland Southwest

AZ1257
June 2010
PDF icon AZ1257

DeGomez, Tom
Originally published: 2002
This is a list of sources for seed and plants for the Upland Southwest. Various sources for bulbs,wildflowers, grasses and reclamation seeds, vegetable seeds, fruits and nuts, trees and plants are listed.

Phenology: Using Phenology as a Tool for Education, Research, and Understanding Environmental Change

AZ1633-2014
July 2014
PDF icon AZ1633-2014

Warren, Peter L.

Barnett, LoriAnne
Phenology is defined and described in terms of how we use observations in education and research. Suggestions for implementing phenology lessons using examples from 4-H youth development and Master Gardener and citizen science training.

How to Transplant a Cactus

AZ1376-2020
October 2020
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Chamberland, Michael

Kelly, Jack J.

Planting or transplanting a cactus can appear challenging. Most landscape cacti are spiny. Larger cacti are heavy and tall specimens are awkward to balance. Using the following techniques, cacti can be moved and planted with minimal hazard to plant and planter.

Deer and Rabbit Resistant Plants

AZ1237
January 2010
PDF icon AZ1237

Schalau, Jeff
Revised
This list suggests some plant species which seem to be less palatable to deer and rabbits.

Water Wise Landscape Design in 5 Easy Steps

AZ1497
August 2009
PDF icon AZ1497

Wilkins, Cyndi

Daily, Cado

Call, Robert E.
Successful Xeriscapes start with good planning and design. This brochure will help homeowners and landscapers design landscapes that are attractive, low water and low maintenance.

Harvesting Rainwater for Landscape Use

AZ1344
October 2006
PDF icon AZ1344

Waterfall, Patricia H.

In the arid Southwest, rainfall is scarce and evapotranspiration rates are high. Only natives and some desert-adapted plants can live on 10 or 11 inches of annual rainfall.

Hand Tools Used for Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Systems

AZ1702-2017
August 2017
PDF icon AZ1702-2017

Franklin, Edward

A description of the multiple hand tools commonly used to measure energy output of solar photovoltaic (PV) silicon-type modules.

Trouble Shooting Problems of Bedding Plants in the Southwest

az1723-2017
January 2017
PDF icon az1723-2017

Schuch, Ursula K.
Bedding plants create instant impact with color and foliage. They are installed twice a year in the desert Southwest and require significant investment. The ten most common bedding plant problems encountered in the arid climate of the Southwestern United States are described.

Bird of Paradise Shrubberies for the Low Desert

AZ1634-2014
July 2014
PDF icon AZ1634-2014

Warren, Peter L.
A description of the popular bird of paradise shrubberies available for use in the desert southwest.

Turfgrass Consumptive Use: Mohave County, Arizona

AZ1447
February 2008
PDF icon AZ1447

Brown, Paul W.
This Extension Bulletin is similar to others previously completed for Tucson, Phoenix, Flagstaff, Prescott and Payson. The bulletin provides information on turfgrass consumptive use for the River Cities (Bullhead, Lake Havasu, etc.) and Kingman areas.

Susceptibility of Mesquite Species to Powdery Mildew in Arizona

az1656-2015
March 2015
PDF icon az1656-2015

Nischwitz, Claudia

Olsen, Mary W.
Mesquite (Prosopis sp.) is a popular tree in landscapes in Arizona because of its drought tolerance and attractive growth habit. Powdery mildew has been observed from late summer until early spring on mesquite leaves.

Turfgrass Consumptive Use Values for the Tucson Area

AZ1313
April 2003
PDF icon AZ1313

Brown, Paul W.
ntroduction Consumptive use (CU) curves that provide average rates of turfgrass evapotranspiration (ETT) are widely used by irrigation professionals for design and management of turfgrass irrigation systems. For approximately 35 years, the bermudagrass lawn CU curve

Rainwater Collection -- Basic Components of a Rainwater Storage System

AZ1565
October 2012
PDF icon AZ1565

Daily, Cado

Wilkins, Cyndi
This fact sheet is written for the layperson and emerging professional rainwater installer to familiarize them with the components of an active rainwater collection system for non-potable outdoor use.

Planting Pole Cuttings in Riparian Ecosystems

AZ1191-2017
August 2017
PDF icon AZ1191-2017

Schalau, Jeff

Riparian ecosystems are found in the transition between aquatic and adjacent terrestrial ecosystems where unique vegetative communities can occur due to free water at or near the soil surface.

Ground Covers for Northern Arizona above 6,000 Foot Elevations

AZ1286-2013
March 2013
PDF icon AZ1286-2013

Braun, Hattie

DeGomez, Tom
Ground covers can be any low-growing, creeping, sprawling plant whose primary purpose is to cover the ground in managed landscapes. General planting instructions, their care, selection and cultural requirements used in ground cover and explained in this article in detail.
Revised 3/2013. Originally published: 8/2002.

Fire Blight

AZ1030
January 2011
PDF icon AZ1030

Olsen, Mary W.

Young, Deborah
Fireblight is a bacterial disease that affects only plants in the rose family, particularly apple, pear and pyracantha. This article briefly discusses the symptoms and environmental conditions for this disease and the way to control it.
Revised 1/2011. Originally published: 1998

Arizona Climate Zones and their Application to Growing Plants

az1673-2015
August 2015
PDF icon View Publication AZ1673-2015

Schuch, Ursula K.

This publication explains how climate zones can assist in selecting appropriate plant material for different locations in Arizona. Climate zone maps include the USDA Hardiness Zone Map, the American Horticulture Society Heat Zone Map, and the Sunset climate zones.

Cotton (Texas) Root Rot

az1150-2015
March 2015
PDF icon az1150-2015

Olsen, Mary W.
The most important disease of woody dicotyledonous plants in Arizona is Phymatotrichopsis root rot (Cotton or Texas root rot) caused by a unique and widely distributed soil-borne fungus, Phymatotrichopsis omnivora.
Revised 02/2015. Originally published 2000.

Turfgrass Consumptive Use: Prescott, Arizona

AZ1354-2012
February 2012
PDF icon AZ1354-2012

Brown, Paul W.

Schalau, Jeff
Irrigation of turfgrass is an issue of growing concern in northern Arizona cities and towns as population growth places increasing demands on limited water supplies.
Turf Irrigation Management Series No. 7.
Revised 2/2012. Originally published: 2005.

Cut Stump Application of Herbicides to Manage Woody Vegetation

AZ1401-2011
December 2011
PDF icon AZ1401-2011

Schalau, Jeff
Persistent woody plants can sometimes conflict with gardening and landscape goals. In many cases, plant removal becomes necessary. This may be accomplished through manual stump removal or the use of herbicides.
Revised 12/2011. Originally published: 2006.

Using Insecticides to Prevent Bark Beetle Attacks on Conifers

AZ1380-2011
August 2011
PDF icon AZ1380-2011

DeGomez, Tom
Often property owners or land managers have several trees of significant value to the landscape. These trees may be prized for their size and/or aesthetic value. With the recent extreme drought conditions, the bark beetle has become a formidable pest.
Revised 8/2011. Originally published: 2006.

Greenhouse Hydroponics from Seed to Harvest (DVD) [Spanish]

azd-230
February 2007

Giacomelli, Gene

Rorabaugh, P.
Want to make your tomatoes, peppers or cucumbers really happy? Try hydroponics! A wide variety of plants will grow splendidly in a hydroponics greenhouse. Hydroponics is a system for growing plants without soil, using nutrients and water. In this video, Dr. Gene Giacomelli and Dr.

Pinyon Needle Scale

AZ1315-2011
December 2011
PDF icon AZ1315-2011

Schalau, Jeff
Pinyon needle scales (Matsucoccus acalyptus) are very small (0.5 mm) sucking insects that feed on pinyon, singleleaf pinyon, and foxtail pines in the southwestern United States. Outbreaks of these native insects occur in both naturally occurring stands and ornamental plantings.
Revised 12/2011. Originally published: 2003.

Turfgrass Consumptive Use: Flagstaff, Arizona

AZ1353-2011
November 2011
PDF icon AZ1353-2011

Brown, Paul W.
Irrigation of turfgrass is an issue of growing concern in northern Arizona cities and towns as population growth places increasing demands on limited water supplies.
Turf Irrigation Management Series No. 6.
Revised 11/2011. Originally published: 2005

Specialty Crop Production Practices for Beginning Farmers in Arizona and the Southwest

AZ1774-2018
July 2018
PDF icon AZ1774-2018

Schuch, Ursula K.

Production of specialty crops such as vegetables, herbs, berries, and ornamental crops can be started on a small acreage and over time expand to a commercial farm.

Landscape Maintenance Considerations for Homeowners Associations: Save Money, Be Safe, Look Good! (Powerpoint with notes)

AZ1613b-2014
February 2014
PDF icon AZ1613b-2014

Young, Kelly Murray

Paul, Haley
Home Owners Association boards make landscape maintenance decisions that affect the entire community. Landscape aesthetics, safety and costs are major factors in this decision making process. This presentation highlights seven principles that should be considered in this process:

Landscape Maintenance Considerations for Homeowners Associations: Save Money, Be Safe, Look Good! (PowerPoint)

AZ1613a-2014
February 2014
PDF icon AZ1613a-2014

Young, Kelly Murray

Paul, Haley
Home Owners Association boards make landscape maintenance decisions that affect the entire community. Landscape aesthetics, safety and costs are major factors in this decision making process. This presentation highlights seven principles that should be considered in this process:

Citrus Fertilization Chart for Arizona

az1671-2015
July 2015
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Wright, Glenn C.
This publication provides Arizona gardeners and homeowners with practical instruction on how much commercial fertilizer to apply to their citrus tree, and when to make those applications.
Adapted from and replaces: Chott, G., Chard, C., Bradley, L., 1998. Fetilizing Citrus Chart. University of Arizona Bulletin MC91. Tucson, AZ

Small Scale Composting in the Low Desert of Arizona

az1632-2014
June 2014
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Young, Kelly Murray
This publication describes the benefits of composting and provides practical instructions on how to produce compost on a small scale in the low desert. Site and container selection and troubleshooting the compost pile are also covered.

Backyard Cane Fruit Production at Elevations 4,000 to 6,000 Feet

AZ1585
November 2013
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DeGomez, Tom

Call, Robert E.

Climatic conditions in the southeastern and northeastern parts of the state with elevations above 4,000 feet as well as parts of central Arizona with elevations from 5,000 to 6,000 feet are excellent for the production of a variety of small fruit.

Diagnosing Home Citrus Problems

AZ1492
April 2009
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Wright, Glenn C.

Begeman, John
Diagnosing Home Citrus Problems includes information on all the commonly encountered dooryard citrus problems encountered in Arizona. Problems/disorders are grouped into three categories: problems with fruit, problems with leaves, and problems with stems, branches and entire tree.

Evaporative Cooling in Semi-Arid Climates

AZ1444
May 2008
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Giacomelli, Gene

Hahne, Kathryn
In the semi-arid climate of southern AZ, evaporative cooling systems are commonly used and very effective for cooling homes (swamp coolers), outdoor areas (misters), and for greenhouses used for commercial and horticultural plant production (pad-and-fan, high-pressure-fog).

Oystershell Scale in No. Arizona above 6000’ Elevations

AZ1248-2014
October 2014
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DeGomez, Tom
The oystershell scale is a common armored scale insect on a variety of plants in the higher elevations of northern Arizona.The scales damage the plant by inserting their hairlike mouthparts into thin bark regions of the tree and sucking the sap out. Heavy infestations can kill plants.
Reviewed 10/2014; Originally Published: 2002

The American Hornet Moth in the Urban Forests of Northern Arizona above 6000 Foot Elevations

AZ1284-2014
October 2014
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DeGomez, Tom
Information about life cycle and damage in aspens, poplars and willows found especially in Arizona and their control methods.
Revised 10/2014. Originally Published 2002.

Plant Selection and Selecting Your Plants

az1153-2015
July 2015
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Davison, Elizabeth

Begeman, John

Tipton, Jimmy

DeGomez, Tom
Whether you are beginning a new landscape or renovating an existing one, planning ahead can prevent many problems.

Seiridium Canker of Cypress Trees in Arizona

AZ1557
January 2012
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Schalau, Jeff
Leyland cypress (x Cupressocyparis leylandii) is a fast-growing evergreen that has been widely planted as a landscape specimen and along boundaries to create windbreaks or privacy screening in the lower, middle, and higher elevations of Arizona.

Damping Off

AZ1029
January 2011
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Olsen, Mary W.

Young, Deborah
Damping off is caused by several different fungi under different environmental conditions. The fungi include Pythium, Rhizoctonia solani, and Thielaviopsis basicola.
Revised 1/2011. Originally published: 1998.

Overseeding Winter Grasses into Bermudagrass Turf

az1683-2015
October 2015
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Kopec, David

Umeda, Kai
Describes the proper timing of overseeding, selecting winter grasses, and procedures to prepare for overseeding with the amount of seed to use followed by irrigating, fertilizing, and mowing.

Mesquite and Palo Verde Trees for the Urban Landscape

AZ1429-2012
April 2012
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Schuch, Ursula K.

Kelly, Jack J.

This publication describes growth habit and characteristics of mesquite and palo verde trees for the urban landscape. Culture and problems are discussed.

Revised 4/2012. Originally published: 2003.

Cricket Management

AZ1004
April 1998
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Bradley, Lucy

Gibson, Roberta
Indian house crickets and field crickets are the two most common crickets in Arizona. Although these crickets do not bite or carry diseases, they are considered a nuisance because of their "chirping".

Arizona Agricultural Pesticide Applicator Training Manual for Certification and Continuing Education

AZ1149
August 2018
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This manual reviews basic information on pests, pesticides, and safety.  It is important to realize that pesticide application should be only a part of an overall integrated pest management (IPM) plan.  Hopefully, this information will help you become a safe and conscientious certified applicator

Questions to ask when planning to start a wholesale plant nursery

AZ1393-2017
July 2017
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Schuch, Ursula K.
The plant nursery business is complex and requires knowledge about the technical aspects of growing plants and managing a business. This publication is an introduction for those interested in starting their own wholesale nursery business.

Pine Bark Beetles

az1300-2015
April 2015
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DeGomez, Tom

Young, Deborah
Pine bark beetles in Arizona are generally of the genus Ips or Dendroctonus. Fading foliage in the tree is often the first sign of a beetle attack. Prevention is best practiced since control is not possible once the beetles have successfully colonized the tree.
Revised 10/2014. Originally Published 2002.

Cypress Bark Beetles

AZ1316-2011
December 2011
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Schalau, Jeff
Cypress bark beetles (Phloeosinus cristatus (LeConte)) are native insects that occur throughout Arizona. They are common in the Verde Valley, Prescott, Payson, and Kingman areas.
Revised 12/2011. Originally published: 2003.

Budding Citrus Trees

AZ1146
February 2000
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Wright, Glenn C.
Citrus budding is a plant propagation technique that any homeowner can do. Once the technique is learned, homeowners can add citrus tree. This publication addresses the budding techniques of citrus trees.

Cooley Spruce Gall Adelgid in Northern Arizona above 6000’ Elevations

AZ1247-2014
October 2014
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DeGomez, Tom
Cooley spruce gall adelgid is a common aphid-like insect that feeds on ornamental spruce and Douglas-fir trees in northern Arizona. The gall adelgid causes unsightly galls to form on the tips of the branches of spruce trees. A snowy and yellowing appearance occurs on Douglas-fir.
Reviewed; 10/2014. Originally Published: 2002

Better Coverage of Arizona's Weather and Climate: Gridded Datasets of Daily Surface Meteorological Variables

az1704-2016
August 2016
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Weiss, Jeremy

Crimmins, Michael

Many areas that use agricultural and environmental science for management and planning – ecosystem conservation, crop and livestock systems, water resources, forestry and wildland fire management, urban horticulture – often need historical records of daily weather for activities that range from

Tent Caterpillars in Northern Arizona Above 6000 foot Elevations

AZ1249-2014
October 2014
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DeGomez, Tom
Tent caterpillars are common insects in northern Arizona forests as well as in urban trees.Tent caterpillars feed upon developing buds, and young
Revised 10/2014; Originally Published: 2002

Working with Non-Profit Organizations – Cooperative Extension’s Opportunity to Expand Its Reach

az1645-2014
December 2014
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Apel, Mark

Warren, Peter L.
This article describes the advantages and benefits of collaborations between Cooperative Extension and non-profit organizations in terms of increasing Extension's outreach capacity and assisting non-profits. Guidelines are provided for Extension personnel interested in working with non-profits.

Common Insect Contaminants Found in Arizona Lettuce

AZ1137
February 2000
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Kerns, David L.
This publication describes the common insects found in Arizona lettuce through the use of pictures.

Mowing Turfgrasses in the Desert

az1681-2015
October 2015
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Kopec, David

Umeda, Kai
Describes how to select the appropriate lawn mower to properly mow the species of grass at the correct height for high, medium, or low maintenance levels.

Pruning Deciduous Shade Trees

az1139-2015
July 2015
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Davison, Elizabeth

DeGomez, Tom
The pruning principles discussed in this publication have proven to provide the best possible out comes including tree longevity and safety. Although trees may live for years following improper pruning their life span and safety may be severely reduced.

Invasive, Nonnative Thistles of Arizona

AZ1628-2014
April 2014
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Jones, Christopher
This publication addresses four invasive, nonnative thistles found in Arizona which have been become, or have the potential to become problematic (Howery et al. 2009, #AZ1482): • Musk thistle – Carduus nutans • Canada thistle – Cirsium arvense • Bull thistle – Cirsium vulgare

Training and Pruning Newly Planted Deciduous Fruit Trees

az1668-2015
July 2015
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DeGomez, Tom

Training and pruning newly-planted deciduous fruit trees is one of the most important steps in developing trees with a strong framework (scaffold branches).

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