Extension Publications
Growing Cucumbers, Melons, Squash, Pumpkins, and Gourds (HO-8-W)
Purdue Extension Publication
This publication discusses the warm season crops. Subjects covered include the site, fertilization, saving seeds, planting, more information on the seeds, transplanting, watering, weed control, insects and diseases, crop rotations, pollination, and specific information about muskmelons and other melons, cucumbers, summer squash, winter squash, pumpkins, watermelons, and gourds. Five tables provide further information on such subjects as variety and disease resistance or tolerance. Helpful illustrations are also included.
Tree Appraisal (FNR-473-W)
Purdue Extension Publication
This publication provides an explanation of the tree appraisal process, and the methods and considerations appraisers use when they assign a value to trees. Species, location and condition rating tables are included to assist in the valuation process for landscape trees. This publication replaces Landscape Tree Appraisal (HO-201-W).
Urban Forestry, Department of Forestry & Natural Resources
Alternative Options for Invasive Landscape Plants (ID-464-W)
Purdue Extension Publication
This publication lists potential alternatives to some of the most notorious and damaging invasive plants commonly used in Indiana landscapes. Unlike other resources, this list includes both native and non-native species.
Salt Damage in Landscape Plants (ID-412-W)
Purdue Extension Publication
Salts used to de-ice roads and sidewalks can injure and even kill many different landscape plants. This publication examines the causes of salt damage in plants and offers some tips for reducing its risks. This replaces Purdue Extension publication HO-142-W, Roadside De-Icing Salts and Ornamental Plants.
Landscape Plants for Wet Areas (In Revision) (HO-227-W)
Purdue Extension Publication
This publication lists and briefly describes landscape plants that are suitable for the specific site conditions of wet soil. These lists can serve as a guide, but are not intended to be exhaustive. Many other plants may grow well in wet soil conditions besides the ones on the list.
Landscape Plants for Moist to Slightly Moist Areas (In Revision) (HO-226-W)
Purdue Extension Publication
This publication lists and briefly describes landscape plants that are suitable for the specific site conditions of moist to slightly moist soil. These lists can serve as a guide, but are not intended to be exhaustive. Many other plants may grow well in moist to slightly moist soil conditions besides the ones on the list.
Landscape Plants for Sandy Soils (In Revision) (HO-225-W)
Purdue Extension Publication
This publication lists and briefly describes landscape plants that are suitable for the specific site conditions of sandy areas. These lists can serve as a guide, but are not intended to be exhaustive. Many other plants may grow well in sandy conditions besides the ones on the list.
Landscape Plants for Areas with Full Sun (In Revision) (HO-223-W)
Purdue Extension Publication
This publication lists and briefly describes landscape plants that are suitable for the specific site conditions of full sun. These lists can serve as a guide, but are not intended to be exhaustive. Many other plants may grow well in full sun conditions besides the ones on the list.