The Stanislaus Sprout

If you've been startled by insects crawling in a food package or moths flying around your kitchen, you might have a pantry pest infestation.

Stanislaus County herb gardening enthusiasts attended a free class on Thursday, April 11, 2019 from 6:00-7:30 p.m. from the UCCE Master Gardeners. Attendees learned the basics on how to grow herbs from seed or transplant, and how to recognize various herbs by scent and sight by looking at examples.

Aphids are a common garden pest in spring and are attracted to new, succulent plant growth. This year, heavy aphid infestations can already be found on roses and fruit trees. Aphids often first show up along the edges of the garden.

Recently, someone called our office needing help identifying a plant he said was taking over his landscape and crowding out his other plants. The caller noted that the original patch of this plant had doubled in size since last year. He described it as having clover-like leaves and yellow flowers.

[From the Pests in the Urban Landscape blog] Spring is here which means pest activity is on the rise. Termites are one of the top pest concerns for many city dwellers and rural residents alike. The infographic shows some interesting facts about termites.