Penn State Extension will host a live webinar series, "Recognizing and Avoiding Landscape Problems and Mistakes," on Tuesdays, Feb. 11, 18, and 25.

Tailored for homeowner associations, property managers, grounds maintenance staff, neighborhood groups, and municipalities, this series will delve into the consequences of improper planting and maintenance practices - such as planting too deeply or allowing girdling roots to form - and highlight corrective techniques like root collar excavation, air spading, and girdling root removal. The second session will emphasize best practices for contracting and specifications, along with tips for selecting qualified landscape and tree care professionals. The final webinar will shift the focus to sustainable turf management strategies, spotlighting ways to reduce chemical inputs.

There is a fee. Continuing education credits are available. Registration is required by Friday, Feb. 7, by visiting https://extension.psu.edu and searching for "Recognizing and Avoiding Landscape Problems and Mistakes."

This program is made possible through the financial and in-kind support of the United States Department of Agriculture's Forest Service and the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources' Bureau of Forestry.