For those of us who enjoy growing onions, leeks, and related alliums in our home gardens, there's nothing more frustrating than having diseases ruin these slow-growing crops before they mature. Two of the most common problems are onion rust and onion white rot. … [Read more...]
Adding and Caring for Earthworms in the Garden
It's a little known fact that Charles Darwin's last book was about earthworms and their value to both geology and agriculture. It's no wonder he turned his attention to such humble creatures. Few things in nature are as effective at improving tilth and aeration as the earthworm, … [Read more...]
Get Rid of Moles in the Garden
If moles are driving you mad by undermining your garden and lawn, don't reach for the water hose. There are more humane ways to discourage these relentless burrowers! Moles can be beneficial to gardens by aerating the soil and mixing organic matter closer to roots. However, most … [Read more...]
Colors That Attract Mosquitoes
Are mosquitoes at the backyard cookout or in the garden attacking you? Even if you follow the "get rid of mosquito guidelines" they can still be nuisance. Make sure they aren’t attracted to your clothing. Yes, clothing! … [Read more...]
Prevent Squash Vine Borers With This Household Item
If you've ever been enjoying a squash, melon, or cuke harvest only to have the vines suddenly whither and spill something that looks like sawdust ("frass," in botanical terms), you've probably run afoul of the squash vine borer. This creepy little worm is the larva of a small red … [Read more...]
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