Horticulture & Environment
Cornell
Cooperative Extension of Westchester County is your resource for information
on soils, site improvement, plant selection, proper plant care,
eco-friendly practices, integrated pest management, composting and so
much more! We offer free or low-cost gardening classes all year long,
and opportunities to share your love of gardening as a volunteer! Call
us or come by today!
DIAGNOSTIC RESOURCES:
Consumer Telephone Hotline Service: The hotline is open weekdays 9:00am to 12:00 noon (914-285-4640).
Consumer Sample Drop off or Mail in Service: FOR THE SAFETY OF THE PUBLIC AND OUR STAFF DURING THE COVID-19 EPIDEMIC, CCE Westchester’s plant and insect walk-in diagnostic and drop off services will be limited to an “appointment only” policy. For more information call 914-285-4640 or email westchester@cornell.edu
You may also mail samples to Cornell Cooperative Extension, 3 West Main Street, Suite 112, Elmsford, NY 10523. Try to mail your samples early in the week (Monday or Tuesday). Download sample submittal forms and review sampling and submittal instructions.
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Recent Programs and Related Resources
Westchester Horticultural News Archives
Cornell University Turfgrass Program resources
Cornell University Urban Horticulture Institute Resources
Cornell University IPM “What’s Bugging You?” resources
Horticulture Newsletter (for homeowners)
Last updated December 24, 2020
Urban Horticulture Institute
The Institute's mission is to improve quality of life by enhancing the functions of plants within urban ecosystems. Our program integrates plant stress physiology, horticultural science, plant ecology and soil science, and applies them to four broad areas:Urban Horticulture Institute
Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) Found in Westchester
Detailed information on pertinent aspects of EAB for Westchester County residents, woodlot owners, the Green Industry, municipalities and other interests may be found at The New York Invasive Species Clearinghouse web site at:
http://www.nyis.info/index.php?action=eab
For information on other invasive species affecting New York State, see The New York Invasive Species Clearinghouse web site’s home page at:
http://www.nyis.info/index.php
See the official DEC press release on EAB in Westchester County here:
http://www.dec.ny.gov/animals/7253.html
Photo of EAB courtesy of The New York Invasive Species Clearinghouse website
FOR THE SAFETY OF THE PUBLIC AND OUR STAFF DURING THE COVID-19 EPIDEMIC, CCE Westchester’s plant and insect walk-in diagnostic and drop off services will be limited to an “APPOINTMENT ONLY” policy. For more information call 914-285-4640 or email westchester@cornell.edu.
If you would like to sign up for Horticulture and the Environment-related program announcements and other information you may also do so at westchester@cornell.edu.
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Spotted Lanternfly: Current Status in New York State
Tuesday, April 20
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PRACTICAL ADVICE FOR MAINTAINING A HEALTHY LAWN
Wednesday, April 28
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM -
MEADOW GARDENING FOR BIRDS AND POLLINATORS
Wednesday, May 19
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM -
GARDENS OFF THE BEATEN PATH
Wednesday, June 9
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
The New York State IPM Program
The New York State Integrated Pest Management Program develops sustainable ways to manage pests and helps people to use methods that minimize environmental, health, and economic risks.