QUESTION: What is a tiny white bug that looks like cotton? I have these on my houseplants, and I am concerned. What should I do about them? - Elisabeth M GARDENING CHANNEL REPLIES: The white plant lice that look like cotton on houseplants are probably mealybugs. Mealybugs give … [Read more...]
Top 10 Beneficial Insects That Help in the Garden
When we think gardening and insects, we normally think pest. And the best way to get rid of pests in the garden has generally been to use pesticides. Sadly, while many of the true garden pests have become completely resistant to pesticides and poisons that so many people use, the … [Read more...]
How to Stop Your Dog from Plundering Your Vegetable Garden
By Jennifer Poindexter Do you have a canine friend who won’t seem to stay out of your garden? How do you keep your dog from plundering your garden without losing your mind or your harvest? You’re in the right place if these questions frequently run through your mind. The … [Read more...]
Do deer eat herbs?
QUESTION: Do deer eat herbs? I have a lot of deer in my neighborhood and they tend to eat a lot of landscaping. I'm wondering if it's pointless to even try an herb garden or if there's hope. Suggestions and tips? - Julie J GARDENING CHANNEL REPLIES: Whether or not a deer will … [Read more...]
How to Identify and Control Tomato Hornworms
by Shelby Baker Chewed fruit, nubby stems, and spotty leaves can be a gardener’s nightmare. So much time and effort in growing tomatoes, peppers, eggplants can all be lost over the course of a few short weeks. The scene of the crime is an innocent, leafy green garden. The … [Read more...]
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