Pest Patrol with Amy Grisak

Amy Grisak is a freelance author and photographer in Great Falls, MT who specializes in gardening, foods, and sustainable agriculture. She provides information on every kind of gardening pest from earwigs to elk.

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What Garden Debris Can You Compost?

Many of us are ready to clean up the garden, but what do we do with all of this spent...

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There are multiple ways to discourage cats from being in the garden.
Discouraging Cats From Using the Gardens As a Litterbox

Our neighborhood has a healthy population of cats, and while I’m typically a fan of...

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The cucumber beetle is a problem for many people throughout the summer.
How to Handle the Cucumber Beetle

I never used to like cucumbers for some reason, but after having to grow multiple...

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A squash bug feeds on the leaf and can cause extensive damage.
Squish Squash Bugs Before They’re a Problem

The time to prepare for garden pests is before they arrive. This holds true for...

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After a warm winter, the wasps will undoubtedly be out in record numbers.
Looking into the Crystal Ball for a Pest Report

As the growing season creeps closer to us, it’s time to look into the crystal...

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Feral hogs are a threat to gardens, crops and wildlife.
This Little Piggy is a Problem: Dealing with Feral Hogs

Once again, feral hogs are in the news as their territory expands beyond the southern...

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Leave hollow stems for native bees.
Hollow Stems for Native Bees: Leave the Garden a Little Messy

Last week we had a warm day — without wind — and it felt like...

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Meet Amy Grisak

Amy is a freelance author and photographer in Great Falls, MT who specializes in gardening, foods, and sustainable agriculture. She provides information on every kind…

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Treating Fruit Trees for Fire Blight
Treating Fruit Trees for Fire Blight
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Trimming Hops When Overgrown And Unkempt
Trimming Hops When Overgrown And Unkempt
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