by Matt Gibson The pepper weevil (or Anthonomus eugenii) is the pepper plant’s single biggest enemy, and no pepper is safe from its grasp. Though weevils are not the only enemy of the pepper plant, they are by far the most prolific and the hardest to eradicate. From bell … [Read more...]
How to Protect Seedlings from Slugs and Snails
By Erin Marissa Russell Seasoned gardeners know what a threat slugs and snails can present to a carefully tended garden, and a struggle against these mollusks when your plants are seedlings or new shoots can be especially damaging. Luckily, there are steps you can take to … [Read more...]
12 Humane Ways to Keep Birds Out of Your Vegetable Garden
by Matt Gibson Want to keep birds out of your vegetable garden? Gardeners often plant certain flowers and shrubs with the intention of luring birds into their garden areas. Not only do birds add color and music to a garden, they are also responsible for pollination and pest … [Read more...]
How to Attract Frogs and Toads to Your Garden
by Matt Gibson So, why would you want to entice a family of frogs or toads to hang out in your garden croaking all the time? You might be surprised by the answer. Attracting frogs and toads into your garden is a pesticide-free and natural way of greatly lowering your pest … [Read more...]
How to Control Cabbage Loopers
by Ruth Gulley Want to fight cabbage loopers? Fun Fact: Cabbage loopers are called “loopers” because they move like inchworms, making a “loop” as they bring their back body to meet the front. Loop loop loop. Not-So-Fun Fact: These little green caterpillars (soon to be … [Read more...]
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