Custodial and Grounds
A well-trained custodial and grounds crew knows what to do, why they are doing it, and how best to take care of park maintenance. This area contains resources applicable to staff organization, health and safety, and efficient logistical approaches to improve custodial and grounds operations.
Ask an Arborist: Why Do I Need to Prune?
Arbor Day Foundation
explains when it's necessary to prune your trees and the difference it can make in the landscape. This is part one of a three-part dormant pruning series.
Top Five Useful Knots for Camping, Survival, Hiking, and more
Nature Reliance
Everyone wants to know the best knots for outdoor activities, don't you? In this video you will get the best knots for use outdoors!
Buckthorn
PennState Extension
"This article describes common (Rhamnus cathartica) and glossy (Frangula alnus [syn. Rhamnus frangula]) buckthorns' size, flowers, fruit, leaves, and stem
Burning Bush
PennState Extension
"This article on burning bush (Euonymus alatus) describes the plant's size, flowers, fruit, leaves, and stem
Privet
PennState Extension
"This article on privet (Ligustrum spp.) describes the plant's size, flowers, fruit, leaves, and stem
Garlic Mustard
PennState Extension
"This four-page article describes garlic mustard's size, flowers, fruit, leaves, and stem
Shrub Honeysuckles
PennState Extension
"This article describes shrub honeysuckles (Lonicera spp.) size, flowers, fruit, leaves, and stem
Autumn Olive
PennState Extension
Autumn olive (Elaeagnus umbellata) is an exotic deciduous shrub and has been listed as a noxious weed throughout much of its range.
Multiflora Rose
PennState Extension
"This article on multiflora rose (Rosa multiflora) describes the plant's size, flowers, fruit, leaves, and stem
Japanese Knotweed
PennState Extension
Japanese knotweed (Fallopia japonica [syn. Polygonium cuspidatum]) is an invasive, exotic weeds found throughout much of the United States and Canada.
Japanese Barberry
PennState Extension
Invasive Japanese barberry (Berberis thunbergii) is primarily used as an ornamental hedge plant and is still sold in nurseries and garden centers.
Spotted Lanternfly Management and Pesticide Safety
PennState Extension
Lycorma delicatula, commonly known as the spotted lanternfly (SLF), is an invasive insect pest present in Pennsylvania and some other eastern states. SLF threatens grape production, tree health and it is a nuisance in landscapes.
Spotted Lanternfly Management for Landscape Professionals
PennState Extension
A guide that reviews the identification, life cycle, and techniques for managing SLF. While it can cause significant damage to plants, it is a nuisance pest in the ornamental and landscape industries.
How To Remove Spotted Lanternfly Eggs
PennState Extension
Learn first-hand how to scrape and destroy spotted lanternfly egg masses, which are visible between October and July.
Tree-of-Heaven
PennState Extension
Tree-of-heaven (Ailanthus altissima) also known as ailanthus, is a rapidly growing deciduous tree native to both northeast and central China, as well as Taiwan. Spotted Lanternfly, an invasive pest, is particularly attracted to Tree-of-heaven.
