When considering pests, we need to take a broader perspective. In this case, I noticed aphids on my catnip plant, then spotted the aphids and ants. What’s going on when aphids, ants, and ladybugs are on the same plant? What Do Aphids Do? Aphids are sap sucking insects that are very common on vegetables and ...
Read More | Pest PatrolI never used to like cucumbers for some reason, but after having to grow multiple varieties to review for articles, I really fell in love with the summertime vegetable. The problem is they are susceptible to some pretty significant pests. One of the most concerning is the cucumber beetle, which not only damages the plant, ...
Read More | Pest PatrolThe time to prepare for garden pests is before they arrive. This holds true for squash bugs, one of the most problematic insects for pumpkins and squash. Because they can be a challenge to eradicate once they’ve taken hold, it’s important to stay ahead of the game. Summer Squash: Growing Advice and Recipes How to ...
Read More | Pest PatrolFall is one of my favorite times in the garden because there are so few pests. The wasps and yellow jackets are no longer invading the raspberries and there is not an aphid to be found. But we still do need to keep our eyes open for fall pests because some take advantage of these ...
Read More | Pest PatrolThis year I’m growing my first winter hydroponic garden and absolutely love it. Rise Gardens sent me a personal garden to see what I thought about it, and it’s a treat to go to the back hallway to snip greens for a salad, or better yet, to enjoy fresh basil. But even though they’re easy ...
Read More | Pest PatrolEvery winter I bring my rosemary plant indoors and count down the days until it can go back outside. Rosemary isn’t thrilled being in a pot in a warm, dry house, which makes it susceptible to to diseases and general malaise. This year I noticed white all over the leaves, and wanted to offer a ...
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