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08/18/2025

08/06/2025

Wildflowers patches in your yard are not only stunning but great ways to support our ecosystem

07/30/2025

07/20/2025

Spotted lanternflies, invasive insects from Asia, are rapidly spreading across D.C., Maryland, and Virginia. First found in the U.S. in 2014, they’ve now reached at least 18 states.

They harm trees and crops by feeding on sap and leaving behind sticky waste that causes sooty mold, which can suffocate plants. Grapevines are especially at risk.

Their spread is fueled by egg masses hitching rides on vehicles, and growing populations make adult bugs easier to spot.

To manage them, experts suggest vacuuming them off trees, using approved pesticides, or hiring arborists to remove egg masses. Smash egg masses or scrape them into a sealed bag with rubbing alcohol before trashing.

In D.C., report spotted lanternflies or egg masses online through the city’s reporting portal.

In Maryland, sightings should be reported online with a photo. Most counties are under quarantine, except for St. Mary’s, Dorchester, Somerset, and Worcester.

In Virginia, reporting is not required in quarantine areas, which include several counties and cities like Albemarle, Frederick, Prince William, Charlottesville, and Manassas. Outside these zones, residents are encouraged to report sightings online.

05/11/2025

Nurture the land in your yard, invest in native plants and protect the environment by learning how to build a rain garden.