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Considering the misery and constant vigilance needed by gardeners to keep slugs at bay, seeing the light of lightning bugs at night is cause for celebration. Gardeners should have a special day to celebrate lightning bugs for there will … Continue Reading
For years gardeners have tried every trick in the book to keep slugs off plants. Everything from eggshells, to diatomaceous earth, to copper rings, and beer.
But for plants in pots…………… one seemingly innocuous product does the job. Just … Continue Reading
For beautiful roses, feed those earthworms.
Worm castings provide a rich source of a variety of essential plant nutrients. Studies show that earthworm castings increase height, stem diameter, enhance root growth, increase dry weight, and produce more flowers per … Continue Reading
The carrot rust fly is a serious pest for gardeners growing carrots. The carrot fly larva hatches in the soil and feeds on the carrot root, rendering the carrots useless.
Companion gardening is an old method of controlling pest … Continue Reading
Cats love to use soft soil in garden beds for their toilet duties. It is not only a nuisance, it is a health hazard to humans. If the cat who leaves the feces in the garden is infected with … Continue Reading