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June 8, 2022 The Elk City News - 3 fungi, a lot of them produce possibility of herbicide injury crops grown in the garden. It Garden Tips For June! similar symptoms on plant parts. Plant damage may range to the garden crop. Good soil preparation, adequate control is hard to find an herbicide that is selective enough to remove a General Landscape temperature is below about in late afternoon and evening dery from an unsightly whitish pow- of weeds before planting, and specific weed without the po- Find someone to water plants 60°F or above about 70°F or coverage of the foliage planting crops when the soil and allow for better air move- to drying out and browning of is warm enough to get them tential or probability that it will in the house and garden while when the day temperature is ment by removing unwant- infected leaves. In some plants, up rapidly are all good prac- also kill or damage some of the on vacation, Harvesting vegeta- consistently above about 92°F. ed vegetation and selectively buds may be infected, and pro- tices that will help maintain a crops in the garden, With sever- bles and mowing the lawn are When these conditions occur, pruning trees and shrubs. Re- duction of flowers, fruits, or minimum amount of labor for al types of plants located close a mast and imply that someone flowers will drop or fruit will moval of morning dew reduc: nuts may be affected. If diag- weed control. Many Oklahoma is home, be misshapen. Hormone-type together in a small area, some Mulch ornamentals, vegeta- “blossom-set” sprays can re- es prolonged leaf wetness and nosed early, powdery mildew gardeners in rural areas have may be seriously damaged by duce spring bloom drop from exudates that favor disease can be effectively controlled ample space for gardening. If bles, and annuals to reduce soil any herbicide that you might low temperatures. “Blossom development. This can be ac- to prevent severe damage to this is the case, be sure to leave crusting, and to regulate tem- complished by dragging a hose plants, enough space between rows select. However, there are a few peratures and moisture during Set” sprays have very little ef- hot summer months. Mulching fect upon the set of tomatoes across the turfgrass or by run- Symptoms ~ The first sign of to allow room for cultivating formulations available which will reduce about 70 percent of during high temperature condi- ning the irrigation system for of a white isto the the disease development gray or slightly equipment. Cultivation and hoeing should make them safer and easier to the summer yard maintenance. tions. Avoid excessive nitrogen a short time. Good surface and brownish growth of myceli- be done when weeds are small use. For example, glyphosate Remain alert for insect damage. fertilization. soil drainage must be present to um over the surface of leaves because weeds compete with foam is easier to use and pos- Add spider mite to the list. Fo- Dry soils can also lead to blos- reduce disease incidence. or other parts. Powdery mil- the crops for light, water, and es less risk to desirable plants. liage of most plants become: som drop; blossoms dry and fall ake sure mower blades are dew fungi may also. attack nutrients. Also, when weeds are Some preemergence herbicides pale and speckled: juniper foli when the plants do not receive sharp to reduce the amount of stems, buds, and flower petals large, they are much more diffi- can also be used successfully in age turns a pale yellowish col- enough water. Too much shade wounded turfgrass in which the of various ornamental. plants. cult to remove without damag- can result in only a few blos- the garden when transplants are or. Shake a branch over white fungus can enter the plant. Col- Powdery mildew infection of ing the crops. Cultivation and paper and watch for tiny specks soms when the plants receive that crawl, Watch for first gen- less than six hours of sunlight lect and promptly dispose of broadleaf plants may cause dis- hoeing should be done shal- used or afler seeds sown have emerged and matured. Vis- eration fall webworm, clippings on infected areas or tortion (curling and twisting) lowly so that injury to the root Turfgrass a day. Excessive nitrogen in the when conditions favor disease ed and a reduction in size of infect- system of the crop plants will it your local garden center or leaves. When older leaves Fertilize warm-season grasses soil often promotes leaf growth development. Avoid mowing become infected, they usually not occur. Hand-weeding in the county extension office for in- crop row is usually necessary. formation on current preemer- at 1 Ib. N per 1,000 square feet. atfruittheformation. expense of blossom and turfgrass when wet, and do not show only the white patches of Other cultural methods for gence herbicide products. Do not fertilize fescue and oth- mow too low so that the turf- the fungus. Infected leaves may weed control include: er cool-season grasses during ‘To avoid or correct these prob- grass will be better able to resist become distorted, turn yellow, Crop selection — pick a crop ‘The best weed control in the Jems take these measures. the disease. and fall prematurely. Infected the summer. Dollar spot disease of lawns 1. Plant early-, mid-, and and growing season where the home garden is a sharp hoe and Applications of effective fun- buds may fail to open, and in- plant will emerge rapidly, shade good mulch. can first become visible in mid- late-season varieties at the ap- gicides, when the first disease fections can spread to mature the soil, and prevent weed seed May. Make certain fertilizer ap- propriate time of year. symptoms appear, will give flowers, causing flower blight. germination. plications have been adequate 2. Water tomatoes regularly, good control of brown patch on Also, nuts of the pecan can be For more information contact Close spacing of vegetable Greg Hartman Beckham Coun- before applying a fungicide. never allowing the soil to dry highly maintained turfgrass. A infected, causing a reduction in crops can inhibit weed growth ty Extension at 580-928-2139, Seeding of warm-season grass- out; mulch with straw, black preventative fungicide program quality. when the leaves overlap at ma- es should be completed by the plastic or other material to re- should be considered in areas Hosts (Susceptible Plant Spe- turity, In a raised bed, keep this Oklahoma State University, in end of June (through July for duce moisture loss. where the above conditions are cies) — Powdery mildews are in mind for spacing plants. compliance with Title VI and improved varieties such as Riv- 3. Plant tomatoes in an area difficult to control or change known to occur on almost all Mulches of either organic VII of the Civil Rights Act of iera and Yukon to reduce win- and when conditions are favor- ornamental plants. Certain terkill losses. that receives at least six hours able for disease development. plant species and/or varieties (clean straw/hay, paper) or syn- 1964, Executive Order 11246 of sunlight each day. If the yard Brown patch disease of soil surface, controlling most as amended, Title IX of the Ed- thetic (plastic) will shade the is too shady, plant the tomatoes Protecting Trees in the Land- are more susceptible to the dis- cool-season grasses can be a seape ease than others. In Oklahoma, annual weed species. ucation Amendments of 1972, problem. in a container and set them on a One of the leading causes of powdery mildews are common Sanitation of the garden at the Americans with Disabilities White grubs will soon be sunny porch or patio. death to trees in the landscape is on ash, crapemyrtle, lilac, oak, end of the season is critical. Act of 1990, and other feder- emerging as adult June Beetles. 4, Reduce nitrogen applications what we refer to as weed-eater photinia, roses, and zinnia. Remove and destroy remaining al laws and regulations, does Watch for high populations that if necessary. Be sure to follow or lawnmower “blight.” This is Conditions Favoring Powdery weeds and their seed heads. not discriminate on the basis can indicate potential damage the fertilizer application recom- usually a result of someone try- Mildews — Humid conditions Cover crops are ideal to shade of race, color, national origin, from later life cycle stages as mendations. ing to get too close to the base with widely fluctuating tem- out weeds, even bermudagrass. sex, age, religion, disability, grubs in the summer. Brown Patch Disease of of the tree when controlling peratures increase the occur- Bermudagrass can be shaded Fruit and Nut grasses and weeds. Constant rence of powdery mildew. The and discouraged by the dense or status as a veteran in any of Renovate overgrown strawber- Cool-Season Grasses use of weed-eaters around the disease is common in crowded canopy of a cover crop such as its policies, practices or proce- ry beds after the last harvest. Brown patch is a disease base of trees wears down the plantings where air circulation sudangrass, sorghum or buck- dures. This includes but is not Start by setting your lawn- that commonly shows up on bark and eventually cuts into is poor and in damp, shaded mower on its highest setting cool-season turfgrasses, es- Wheat. Establishing a cover limited to admissions, employ- the cambium layer girdling the areas. Young succulent growth crop regimen early can help ment, financial aid, and edu- and mow off the foliage. Next pecially Tall Fescue, but can tree and cutting it off to water is more severely affected than with the success of shading thin crowns 12-24 inches apart. occasionally appear on hybrid Apply recommended fertiliz. bermudagrass and zoysiagra: and nutrients, Lawn mowers older tissues. Disease develop- often take big chunks out of ment is enhanced when cool, out competitive weeds. Winter cational services. References er, preemergence herbicide if Brown patch disease appears as moist nights are followed by cover crops can prevent soil within this publication to any needed and keep watered. brown patches up to three feet the trunk of the tree with sim- ilar results. The other problem warm daytime temperatures. erosion, runoff and cool-season specific commercial product, Trees and Shrubs weed establishment, while add- process, or service by trade in diameter. Leaves first take on is both wounds open the tree up Cultural Control of Powdery ing valuable organic matter. Vigorous, unwanted limbs a dark color, then wilt and turn for attack from insects and/or Mildews — Several practices name, trademark, service mark, should be removed or shortened brown. diseases. Weeds may also be controlled manufacturer, or otherwise will reduce or prevent devel- with herbicides, However, on new trees. Watch for forks in Brown patch usually occurs in To avoid this problem a weed opment of powdery mildew. chemical weed control in the does not constitute or imply en- the main trunk and remove the and grass free area should be ‘These practices involve reduc- home garden is difficult be- dorsement by Oklahoma Coop- least desirable trunk as soon as hot, humid weather when night ing populations of the fungus in the tree. For young trees a 4- the vicinity of the host, chang- cause of the diversity of the erative Extension Service. maintained around the base of it is noticed. temperatures are above 60°F Pine needle disease treatments and foliage remains wet for to 6-foot diameter circle will ing environmental conditions are needed again in mid-June. prolonged periods. Poor soil work. Mulch can be placed 1 around the host, and selecting NOTICE OF PERSONS APPEARING Remove tree wraps during the drainage, lack of air movement, to 2 inches thick in this area to more resistant varieties. Before TO BE OWNERS OF ABANDONED PROPERTY summer to avoid potential dis- cloudy weather, heavy dew, help keep weeds and grass out plants are purchased, it may be ease and insect buildup. overwatering and watering. in and at the same time moder- to the homeowner’s advantage Softwood cuttings from new late afternoon favor prolonged ate soil temperatures and soil to inquire if the omamental va- growth of many shrubs will leaf wetness and increased d moisture. Be sure to keep the riety desired has any resistance root if propagated in a moist ease severity. The application mulch a few inches away from to powdery mildew. If only sus- shady spot. of high rates of nitrogen and the trunk. Piling mulch several ceptible varieties are available, Protect trees from lawnmowers inches up the trunk is often re avoid planting in low, shady and weed eaters by mulching or or deficiencies of phosphorus ferred to as a “mulch volcano’ locations. If powdery mildew using protective aerated covers and potassium, especially when and can also have detrimental becomes a problem, remov- LOOKING FOR LOST TREASURE? Flowers weather conditions are favor- effects. Occasionally _ weeds al, and destruction of infected Pinch back leggy annuals to en- able for brown patch, can in- and grasses that creep into the plant parts, should be practiced. Common types of unclaimed property include: courage new growth. Fertilize crease disease severity. Exces mulched area may need to be Pruning of crowded plant ma- Cash | Royalties| Life Insurance Proceeds and water appropriately. sive thatch, mowing when wet sprayed with an herbicide. Her- terial will also help increase Feed established mums and and leaf fraying by dull mower bicides with glyphosate as the air flow around leaves, This re- Rebates | Paychecks | Stocks and Bonds other perennials. blades can also enhance the se- active ingredient work quite duces humidity and thus helps When picking fresh roses or verity of brown patch. well. Be sure to read and follow prevent infection, Late summer BECKHAM COUNTY removing faded ones, cut back Control starts with good man- label directions. application of nitrogen fertil- to a leaflet facing the outside agement practices. Though Another option for small trees izer should be avoided to limit ELK CITY ERICK of the bush to encourage open there are varieties of turf-type is to put trunk guards or pro- production of succulent tissue, AGENCY EDDIE MOORE JOHNSON CARL BANK OF WESTERN OKLAHOMA 503 WALNUT AVE growth and air circulation. tective wraps made of flexi- which may be susceptible to Stake tall perennials before top- Tall Fescue that are consid- ble plastic. In some cases, tree powdery mildew infection in STEPHENS SAMUEL 102 ASPEN LN SAYRE pling winds arise. ered resistant to brown patch, stakes act as a barrier from me- the fall. Water only in the morn- VALDEZ STACEY Bagworms are Ba ! even resistant varieties suc- chanical injury. ings so that the foliage will be 2 DARLA DRIVE Normally we consider bag- ct mb when growing conditions For larger, more established dry by evening. worms as a pest on ornamen- are less than ideal for growth trees, a mulched area or even Chemical Control of Powdery This is only the latest list of names, so be sure to search tal trees, but many of our fruit of strong plants (as described a bare area near the trunk will Mildews — If cultural controls for friends and family at OKTREASURE.COM crops and pecans can be sus- above) and environmental con- help keep lawnmowers and fail to prevent disease build-up For any questions, feel free to give us a call at405-521-4273. ptible to bagworms too. If ditions are highly favorable for weed-eaters away. Or consider or if the disease pressure is too OUR SERVICE IS ALWAYS FREE control is needed on fruit or nut disease development. planting groundcovers or pe- great, fungicide spraying may tees, Bt or Bacillus thuring- When environmental condi- rennials for a more aesthetical be necessary. The best course State law requires that iensis var. kurstaki, a bacterial appeal. of action is to combine both ap- concerning reported unclai insecticide should work fine. tions favor disease, avoid ap- In any event, avoid injury to proaches, using cultural meth- With just a few bagworms, me- plication of excessive rates of the trunks of your trees at all ods as well as following a good chanical removal will work fine nitrogen. Fertilizer should be costs, While many trees can spray schedule. too (pick them off and smash). applied judiciously, and ade- recover from an occasional, ‘When powdery mildew has Name of listed owner: If growers are seeing infesta- quate amounts of phosphorus small wound, repeated damage been a problem in previous Tatyana bier tions this year, they need to also and potassium are essential weakens the tree sending it into years, a recommended fungi- SSNIFEI No. of Listed Owner: aor aieao mig tay ae eG] — prepare to treat next season. to ensure the highest possible a declining spiral and eventual- cide spray schedule should be After mating this fall, females levels of plant resistance. In ly death, started in the spring as new Your relationship to listed owner: a a Ben Sagi ane we) will lay hundreds of eggs inside general, cool-season turfgrass- Powdery Mildew of Orna- growth develops. The fungicide Iflisted owner is deceased, please check here: the old bag and then drop to the mentals should also be applied during ground to die. Then during the es should not receive more than one pound of actual ni- With the mild temperatures the flowering period to avoid Your name! late May to early June time- and plenty of moisture we have blossom blight. For suggested frame, the larvae will emerge trogen per 1,000 square feet been experiencing this spring, fungicides refer to your local SSN/FEI No. (ESR RG BEETS oT PIG TH RECHT again to repeat the cycle. Thi at any one time. Use very low conditions for fungal diseases OSU Extension Office or nurs- Current Address: ig ra as ge corel aa aI) is a prime time to treat. rates or avoid applying nitro- are on the rise. Powdery mil- ery professional. Be sure to fol- Reports of bagworms on pe- gen in late spring or summer City: State: ZIP: dew is a fungal disease w low the instructions on the label can and fruit trees have been to cool-season turfgrasses. In quently battle that affects many for use on specific applications. Day time phone number: anata seen where insecticides have a typical home lawn situation, host plants, including ornamen- Weed Control in Vegetable E-Mail not been used. The fruit tree the last application of fertilizer als, shrubs, and trees. On some Gardens demonstration block at the re- in the spring should be applied ornamental plants, such as rose, Weeds rob vegetables of valu- 7 Tear Soran earch station at Perkins has a no later than early May. Ensure lilac, crapemyrtle, oak and able water, light, and nutrient Our only goal isto reunite property with its true and lawful owner. Upon review of your few tiny bagworms on pear and adequate amounts of phospho- zinnia the disease can be very Weeds often harbor insects, dis- Claim, the Unclaimed Property Division may ask for additional documentation. other trees. The picture below rus and potassium by applying destructive. Severity of the dis- eases, and nematodes that can To save processing time, please attach to your claim copies of any documentation that shows how small the bag is on these nutrients based on soil ease depends upon many fac- damage vegetables and greatly verifies your relationship to the listed owner, a pear leaf. tors—variety of the host plant, reduce yields. MAIL TO: Unclaimed Property Division Tomato Blossom Drop or test results. Reduce prolonged leaf wetness age and condition of the plant, Mulching, hoeing, and 9520 N. May Ave., Lower Level Poor Fruit Set time of infection, and weather hand-weeding are methods that Oklahoma City, OK 73120 | (405) 521-4273 Poor fruit set or blossom drop by watering infrequently to a conditions during the growing can be used to control most of 1e names and addresses contained inthis notice are as they were reported by the holder occurs on tomatoes for any of depth of 6 to 8 inches and at a season. the weeds in the garden and Information concerning the names and lat-known addresses of the property holders may be ‘obtained byany person possessing an interest in the property bysubmitting an online claim or several reasons. Tomatoes do time when the foliage is likely Although there are several dif- to eliminate the problems of ‘addressing an inquiry to the Unclaimed Property Division. The property i in the custody of the not set fruit well when the night to dry quickly, Avoid watering ferent types of powdery mildew applying an herbicide and the State Treasurer and all claims mustbe dected to the Unclaimed Property Division,