If you have questions about a plant, plant insect or disease contact Kaitlin Bricco, Horticulture Educator, at Kaitlin.bricco@outagamie.org. Because we are working remotely, leaving samples is difficult. The best, and quickest, method of communication is through email.
Please Include:
- Name
- Contact information
- Photo of the plant or insect, if possible
- Any other information that you think may be pertinent such as:
- For plant identification:
- Environment (Sun vs. Shade)
- Approximate dimensions of plant
- Any visible fruiting or flowering
- Did you plant it or did it appear on its own?
- Is it an indoor plant or outdoor plant?
- For plant disease or insect damage*:
- Is there a pattern to the damage / disease?
- When did you first notice the problem?
- Any color variations of the plant tissue
- For insect identification**:
- Approximate size
- What plant (if any) is the insect feeding on?
- Color
- For plant identification:
*If you suspect misapplication of insecticide or herbicide please contact DATCP: https://datcp.wi.gov/Pages/Programs_Services/EnforcementInspection.aspx
**Note: Extension does not handle home or health related insects such as bedbugs, lice, fleas, or ticks. Please contact your local health department or medical service.
