The UConn Home & Garden Education Center accepts requests for assistance or information on horticultural topics and garden and household pests from individuals throughout Connecticut as well as solicitations from out-of-state and, occasionally, international clients. Inquiries come from both commercial and residential sources. The Center is the Northeast Regional First Responder to Extension ‘Ask the Expert’ questions. The UConn Plant Diagnostic Lab is a member of the National Plant Diagnostic Network and the Northeast Plant Diagnostic Network.

Services Provided:

Toll-Free Number: Call With Your Gardening Or Pest Questions: (877) 486-6271

Email: Send Your Gardening or Pest Questions and photos to: ladybug@uconn.edu

Free Monthly Horticultural E-Newsletter

Fact Sheets on Horticultural and Related Topics

Ladybug Blog  - A weekly horticulture blog

Social Media - Follow us on Facebook & Instagram

Plant Diagnostic Lab – Get Your Pest Problems Resolved Here!

Soil Nutrient Analysis Lab – Don't Guess, Soil Test!

Speakers & Presentations - Limited availability upon request!

Outreach Events – We provide talks and tabling at events like the CT Flower & Garden Show and host events like the Annual IPM for Home Gardeners Seminar.

Our Team