Fred Whitford
What Gardeners Should Know About Pesticides (PPP-109)
Purdue Extension Publication
Effective pest control in the landscape and garden requires more than just spraying away the problem. Successful gardeners understand that managing insects, weeds, diseases, and vertebrate pests starts with selecting, planting, and caring for their garden plants. This publication describes a variety of strategies home gardeners may use to safely and responsibly manage pests and pesticides in the landscape.
Diagnosing Herbicide Injury on Garden and Landscape Plants (ID-184-W)
Purdue Extension Publication
Herbicides, when used properly, rarely cause problems on nontarget plants, but they can sometimes injure other plants. This publication examines the common causes of herbicide injury and how to avoid them.