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Spider mite populations thrive in hot dry summers
Published on July 13, 2012
Begin scouting vegetable gardens, berries and landscape plants for the first signs of a spider mite problem. -
Cicada killer wasps are no cause for concern
Published on July 13, 2012
Despite their large size and fierce appearance, it is easy to get along with cicada killers. -
Proper fertilization: Take key step with square footage calculator
Published on July 5, 2012
Online calculator conveniently determines the exact area of lawn or garden, saving you money and protecting the environment from over-fertilization. -
Hungry deer are devouring Hostas and more
Published on July 5, 2012
Deer browsing seems to be a big problem this summer. Consider these tips for preventing deer damage to your landscape. -
The last word on watering perennials
Published on June 28, 2012
Watering perennials during droughty weather helps plants along, but are you really making a difference? -
Slugs are making tracks on my garden favorites!
Published on June 22, 2012
Mid-summer slug damage on Hostas and other garden plants sometimes makes the plant look like Swiss cheese. -
Earwigs: Bane of summer garden plants
Published on June 22, 2012
The key to combating ravenous earwigs in container plants is to dry out the environment. -
Seeking alternative pollinators
Published on June 14, 2012
Some plants require specialists to help in the pollination process. -
Gardening helps youth apply science and math concepts in fun ways
Published on June 5, 2012
Gardening presents a wealth of opportunities for youth to apply the science and math knowledge they have gained during the school year. -
Rose chafers and June go together
Published on June 1, 2012
Sandy soils and tasty plants help define rose chafers’ habitat.