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P2 The SpokeSman • WedneSday, July 21, 2021 Gardening corner WHAT’S BUGGING YOU? Plant clinic can answer those nagging questions BY LIZ DOUVILLE For The Spokesman O regon State University is a land-grant university whose mission, in part, is to conduct research and share research-based education with the public. This is of- fered through the efforts of the OSU Extension faculty, staff and trained volunteers. In the Horticulture pro- gram, those who have completed the extensive series of classes and received certification are awarded the standing of an OSU Extension Service Master Gardener. In Central Oregon, the horticul- tural information is shared by pro- viding education through classes, demonstrations in community gar- dens and publications. Although there has been a continued presence of virtual classes and online plant clinic these past 19 months, public aware- ness of Master Gardener benefits has somewhat diminished. Considering the abnormal weather pattern these past weeks, drought conditions and water regulations being enacted, plus reports that the Pandora moth has returned, the an- nouncement that the OSU Extension Master Gardener Plant Clinic has re- opened is welcomed news. We don’t know how these new con- ditions will or has affected our gar- dens and landscape, but I feel certain plant life isn’t quite the same. Plant Clinic is a diagnostic facility associated with the Botany and Plant Pathology Departments at OSU. Plant Clinic is educational by helping clients recognize the plant problem and help- ing them manage the disease or dis- order using the proper control meth- ods, including cultural, biological, and chemical methods. The Deschutes County OSU Ex- tension Plant Clinic is currently open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., serving Deschutes, Crook and Jefferson counties. Check in at the main OSU Extension office at the De- schutes County Fairgrounds. Please be aware the clinic may not be staffed every day since it is reliant on the vol- unteers and their availability, you may want to call 541-548-6088. There are provisions if you arrive and are unable to consult. As with all diagnostic work, the more information you provide the more accurate your diagnosis and treatment will be. Coming in with a partial branch or stem and relaying state Highway 126, with injury. July 7 Criminal mischief — An act of criminal mischief was reported at 12:16 a.m. in the 1200 block of SW 28th Street, and an arrest made. Thefts — Thefts were reported at: 8:53 a.m. in the 300 block of NW Oak Tree Lane. 9:30 a.m. in the 200 block of SE Franklin Street. 2:56 p.m. in the 300 block of NW Oak Tree Lane, and an arrest made. Vehicle crashes — Accidents were reported at: 10:51 a.m. in the area of SW 13th Street and SW Indian Avenue, with injury. 4:02 p.m. in the 1600 block of SW Odem Medo Road, noninjury. 8:35 p.m. in the area of NW 23rd Street and NW Hemlock Avenue, noninjury. July 8 Burglary — A burglary was reported at 9:04 a.m. in the 400 block of NE Nickernut Lane. Criminal mischief — An act of criminal mischief was reported at 7:37 a.m. in the 1300 block of SW Kalama Avenue. Thefts — Thefts were reported at: 11:03 a.m. in the 400 block of NW 17th Street. 2:24 p.m. in the 300 block of NW Oak Tree Lane. 6 p.m. in the area of SW 41st Street and SW Majestic Avenue, and an arrest made. The suspect was also charged with identity theft. Vehicle crashes — Noninjury accidents were reported at: 4:56 p.m. in the 2300 block of S. U.S. Highway 97. 9:24 p.m. in the area of SW Highland Avenue and SW 17th Street. July 9 Thefts — Thefts were reported at: 12:48 p.m. in the area of SE Fifth Street and SE Cascade Avenue, and an arrest made. 6:14 p.m. in the 300 block of NW Oak Tree Lane, and an arrest made. The suspect was also charged with criminal trespass, possession of methamphetamine and carrying a concealed weapon. July 10 Burglary — A burglary was reported at 4:47 a.m. in the 3700 block of SW Summit Avenue. Criminal mischief — An act of criminal mischief OSU submitted photo Plant Clinic is a diagnostic facility associ- ated with the Botany and Plant Pathol- ogy Departments at Oregon State Uni- versity. that “it has a black bug” isn’t much help. The following are a few items of information to provide: • What type of plant is it and do you know the recommended growing conditions? • When was it planted? • When was the condition first no- ticed? • Have symptoms been develop- ing over a long period of time, or have they appeared suddenly? • What parts of the plant are af- fected? If possible take a sample of the af- fected area (branch or twig) along with a healthy branch. If using photos, take photos of area around the tree or bush. Where do you live? Irrigation system and schedule — prior to water regulations being enforced. Location of plant in landscape exposed to ab- normal winds, sun? Has there been any heavy construction equipment on your property or close to the affected plant? Turf grasses are apt to be of con- cern this year. Provide 6”x 6” samples of turfgrass from the transitional site- healthy and unhealthy. The sample needs to be deep enough to be able to examine the roots. Curled leaves (other than from the extreme heat) could be a sign of her- bicide damage. Herbicide drift could be the cause of someone spraying who hasn’t followed the directions of when and how to spray. Bring in leaves with signs of in- sect damage along with an unin- fected sample. Notched leaves could be a sign of vine weevil. Discolored blotches on leaves, rolled leaves, usu- ally indicate insect damage. Look closely and live capture an insect you think may be the culprit. That’s why you save those orange pill containers. With the unusual weather, I suspect there will be indications of problems with pines and conifers. If you no- tice unusual coloration or indications of abnormal insect activity, check-in with the plant clinic. In addition to helping you prob- lem solve, the volunteers will provide resources that will be helpful in the future. was reported at 4:37 p.m. in the area of SW 37th Street. Thefts — Thefts were reported at: 9:12 a.m. in the 1200 block of SW Highland Avenue. 1:43 p.m. in the 1400 block of S. U.S. Highway 97. July 11 Burglary — A burglary was reported at 7:42 p.m. in the 1200 block of Veterans Way, and an arrest made. The suspect was also charged with criminal mischief, theft, assault IV and assault of a public safety officer. Criminal mischief — An act of criminal mischief was reported at 4:16 p.m. in the 1900 block of SW 25th Street. Unauthorized use — A vehicle was reported stolen at 7:19 p.m. in the 1100 block of S. U.S. Highway 97, and an arrest made. The suspect was also charged with theft. July 6 2:23 a.m. Unauthorized burning, 1447 NE 11th St. 5:07 a.m. Motor vehicle accident with no injuries, 1650 NW Helmholtz Way. 12:38 p.m. Barkdust fire, in the area of SW Veterans Way. July 9 8:20 p.m. Unauthorized burning, 8259 Sixth St., Terrebonne. July 10 1:41 p.m. Motor vehicle accident with injuries, in the area of Northwest Way and NW Euston Lane. 3:52 p.m. Outside rubbish, trash or waste fire, 720 NE Quince Ave. July 11 5:15 p.m. Forest, woods or wildland fire, 676 SW Veterans Way. 6:58 p.m. Forest, woods or wildland fire, in the area of Buffalo Drive, Sisters. 7:45 p.m. Unauthorized burning, 292 NE Hemlock Ave. 9:22 p.m. Unauthorized burning, 4606 NW Helmholtz Way. July 5-11: 79 Medical aid or transfer calls e Reporter: douville@bendbroadband.com POLICE & FIRE REPORT The Spokesman will update items in the Police Log when such a request is received. Any new information, such as the dismissal of charges or acquittal, must be verifiable. For more information, call 541-548-2185. Redmond Police Department July 5 Criminal mischief — Acts of criminal mischief were reported at: 7:35 a.m. in the 1500 block of SW First Street, following a report of a suspicious person, and an arrest made. The suspect was also charged with unlawful entry to a vehicle and criminal trespass. 6:12 p.m. in the 200 block of SW Sixth Street. Theft — A theft was reported at 5:46 a.m. in the 3100 block of SW Metolius Avenue. July 6 Vehicle crashes — Accidents were reported at: 11:21 a.m. in the area of NW Sixth Street and NW Maple Avenue, with injury. 1:18 p.m. in the 300 block of NW Oak Tree Lane, noninjury. 7:42 p.m. in the area of S. Creekside Drive and CROSSWORD Redmond Fire Runs July 5 10:55 a.m. Natural vegetation fire, near the coordinates 44.27654,-121.143622. SUDOKU WEATHER Fill in the grid so every row, every column and every 3x3 box contains the numbers 1 through 9, with no repeats. FORECAST Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday Monday Tuesday LAST WEEK HIGH LOW 84 88 92 94 94 93 94 44 48 49 53 53 54 54 HIGH LOW Sunny Sunny Sunny Sunny Sunny Sunny Sunny PRECIP Monday, July 12 95 52 0 Tuesday, July 13 97 46 0 Wednesday, July 14 98 55 0 Thursday, July 15 91 47 0 Friday, July 16 86 47 0 Saturday, July 17 91 47 0 Sunday, July 18 94 51 0 Precipitation to date this year: 2.31 inches * = daily record National Weather Service broadcasts are on 162.50 mhz. Answers on Page 4 Mailing Address: P.O. 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