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.
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.
Treating Black Walnuts with Insecticides for Spotted Lanternfly Control
PennState Extension
Recommendations for safe pesticide applications to control spotted lanternfly infestations.
Do Lichens Cause Harm to Trees?
PennState Extension
Lichens are often thought to be a pest or disease to trees and shrubs.
Controlling Understory Fern Competition for Regeneration Success
PennState Extension
Dense understories of hay-scented, New York, and bracken fern can interfere with the regeneration of hardwood forests, threatening their sustainability.
Mile-a-minute
PennState Extension
Mile-a-minute is an invasive, noxious weed from eastern Asia that is rapidly colonizing non-crop areas in Pennsylvania and surrounding states.
Hemlock Woolly Adelgid (HWA)
PennState Extension
Hemlock woolly adelgid is a destructive, introduced pest of forest and ornamental hemlock trees.
Purple Loosestrife
PennState Extension
Importance and background of natural areas, including activities related to monitoring and controlling Purple Loosestrife.
How to Replace a Pole Saw Chain
Snow Joe and Sun Joe
Instructional video on how to replace your chain saw chain on the Sun Joe SWJ802E pole chain saw.
Removing Tree Stumps with Excavator
Heavy Metal Learning
This video demonstrates techniques involved using an excavator for tree stump removal.
How to Build a Terraced Garden Bed on a Slope
Lowes Home Improvement
Terracing a slope can help with drainage problems, but it can also add functional gardening space. We'll show you how to install a series of garden beds out of 6x6 pressure-treated lumber.
