IPM for Ornamental Plant Pest Management | Massachusetts Approval #2024-000163

Instructor: Sarah Racine

Integrated Pest Management of ornamental plants involves multiple steps; producing a healthy plant, correctly identifying the problem, recognizing that there will always be some pests and damage, and only using pesticides as a last resort. This course teaches the basics of pest and disease management for ornamental plants, and the different tools and techniques needed to successfully provide your clients with a healthy and attractive landscape.

After completing this course participants will be able to:

• Discuss several ways to track pest development
• Outline the issues involved in controlling pests and disease in managed landscape situations
• Tailor a management strategy that addresses the unique needs of each ornamental planting