Community Environment

Extension is committed to helping Nebraskans know more about creating resource- and energy-efficient rural and urban landscapes, protecting and managing water resources, properly managing insect and wildlife pests, and more.

Active in all 93 counties and at communityenvironment.unl.edu

Tree Planting

Spring is here which means that it’s a wonderful time to plant a tree. There are lots of choices out there when it comes to selecting a tree. Find out some tree selecting and planting tips to make sure your tree is a long-term investment.

Winter Tree Care

Happy Holidays! Winter in Nebraska can be summed up in one word, unpredictable. No matter what the weather does this winter, break out of the house to complete a few quick and easy tasks in your landscape to keep you trees and shrubs in tip-top shape.

Tiny Terrors

We are all trying to make the most of these last warm fall days. While enjoying the last little bit of warm weather, tiny terrors seem to be everywhere. Find out what the little insects are up to and how you can keep from going nuts.

Dealing with Fungus in the Lawn

Fungus can be both a good and a bad thing. Mushrooms on pizza are an example of good fungus. Fungus in lawns, on the other hand, are nearer the other end of the spectrum. If your turf is looking a little thin and brown in spots; you are not alone. Fungus and hot temperatures have wreaked havoc on lawns this year, but there is still time to make your lawn look full and lush for this fall.

Community Environment

Community Environment

Tree Planting

Winter Tree Care

Tiny Terrors

Dealing with Fungus in the Lawn

Are Bed Bugs Bugging You?

Community Environment

Backyard Farmer

Turfgrass Science

Master Gardeners

Acreage Insights

UNL Water

Drought Resources

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