The Good Guys
Every once in a while it pays to stop and think for a minute. It is human nature to see an insect and want to get rid of it. We should rethink that. There are a lot of insects that are harmless. More importantly there are some that help us. Our scouts have been bringing in good guys regularly, including ladybug larvae (fig. 1), a pupating ladybug (fig. 2), and an assassin bug nymph. These insects feed on other insects. Sometimes they do wander into our homes and become a nuisance, but when they are outside, they are beneficial to the gardener. The bottom line is to take a minute to think before you squash or spray an insect. Sometimes they are the good guys.
Source: Morton Arboretum
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| Fig 1: Ladybug Larvae1 |
Fig 2: Pupating Ladybug2 |
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Tree Watering Bags
 Tired of standing next to a newly planted tree with a hose and seeing most of the water running away from the tree into the grass? Then make your job easier and more effective—use a National Seed Tree Watering Bag.
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ILLINOIS ARBORIST ASSOCIATION
2017 IAA ANNUAL GOLF OUTING
When:
August 4, 2017
Where:
St. Andrews Golf & Country Club 2241 Route 59, West Chicago, IL
The IAA Annual Golf Outing provides members with an opportunity to get out of the office and enjoy a day on the course with other arborists. Whether golfing with colleagues, clients, friends or family, arborists utilize the time for networking, fun and enjoying nature. After 18 holes of golf, we all enjoy a great dinner and raffle. Contests include: Closest to the Pin, Longest Putt, Longest Drive, Shortest Drive, Low Score, and Hole-In-One on all par three holes.
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THE PREMIER OUTDOOR EVENT FOR LANDSCAPE PROFESSIONALS – SUMMER FIELD DAY 2017
When:
Thursday, August 10, 2017 Time: 8:30am-3:00pm
Where:
College of DuPage – 425 Fawell Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
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