Pesky Pest Problems

Pesky Pest Problems

As we head into the midpoint of summer, creepy-crawly things are starting to show up in our gardens. This month’s newsletter offers tips on dealing with some of the peskiest of the pests.

Pesky Intruders

I started spotting Japanese and other Scarab beetles by the third week of June.  Usually, they start popping out of the ground around the Fourth of July… Read how to keep  Beetles away with Marci Martin

How to Get Rid of Cutworms

Are cutworms ruining your chances of growing new plants from seedlings? Well don’t worry! Jenks Farmer teaches us a neat trick that easily identifies your cutworm problem and gives you the opportunity to rid your plant from these pesky pests. Running time: 2:41

Keeping Flies Away with a Baggie, Water, and Pennies

Flies are more than just a nuisance. Think where they’re tiny little feet have been; they love poo piles, dead animals, food setting out in the sun all afternoon – Read the home remedy to keep away flies with Amy Grisak.

Ways to Eliminate Yellow Jackets

In this podcast, Amy Grisak shares tips on how to keep Yellow Jackets out of your plants.

Osmocote Plant Food

Purchase Osmocote at Ace, Amazon, The Home Depot, Lowe’s, Target, and Walmart, as well as most independent garden centers

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