Having a perfectly green and weed free lawn is close to an obsession in the United States. For many years, chemical treatments have been largely considered to be acceptable. Recently, there has been more focus on green methods and protecting the environment. As a result, more … [Read more...]
Plant a Three Sisters Garden
The three sisters of gardening are corn, pole beans, and squash. They work together to solve many of the problems of gardens. The stalks provide support for the beans, the beans add the nitrogen to the soil that the corn needs in order to grow, and the squash vines create a … [Read more...]
How to Control Snails and Slugs in the Garden
Snails and slugs can destroy a garden faster than just about anything, so it’s very important for gardeners to understand their habits in order to control them. Snails and slugs are both mollusks, and very similar to each other; the big difference is that snails have shells. Both … [Read more...]
Bat Houses are Good for the Garden
Most of us grow up with scary stories about bats that portray these mammals as evil creatures that fly in your hair and do bad deeds. In fact, nothing could be further from the truth. Bats like to be left alone, and perform miracles of insect control. As a major predator of … [Read more...]
How to Spot and Get Rid of Aphids with Organic Methods
How to Identify Aphids Your prize winning roses are looking a little worn. Or the tomatoes and beans just aren’t what they should be. Be warned – you may be experiencing an aphid infestation. Aphids feast on many different plants, from flowering shrubs to vegetables, annuals and … [Read more...]
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