Wildlife Gardening Journal

Sphinx Moths

The first Lepidoptera I saw this spring were not butterflies. Instead, it was white-lined sphinx moths. I was delighted to see them buzzing about my henbit, because I am utterly entranced by these amazing insects. Sometimes mistaken for hummingbirds because their wings beat so fast, sphinx moths are often noticed pollinating flowers during the day. ...

Taking a Look at Tomato Pests

It's the first day of spring, but not too early to think about summer tomatoes. This is why I thought it was a good opportunity to discuss common tomato pests, and how to handle them. How to Graft Heirloom Tomatoes Aphids On Young Plants Aphids are the equivalent to the guy on the History Channel ...