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Spider Mites
Spider mites are one of the most common pests in landscapes and gardens and feed on many fruit trees, vines, berries, vegetables, and ornamental plants. These tiny mites are just large enough to be seen with the naked eye, but may just look like tiny, moving dots. Continue reading
Posted in What's Bugging You May 7, 2013
Tagged Bonide insecticde drench, Captain Jacks, Dead Bug Brew, Dead bugs, dying plants, how to test for spider mites, spider mite damage, what is a spider mite, why did my plant die, why did my plant turn brown, why is my plant sick, yellow spots on leaves
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Fungus Gnats
Have you noticed little black gnats flying around your houseplants or outdoor potted plants? These are probably fungus gnats. These can be a serious problem in commercial greenhouses holding thousands of plants but are easily controlled by homeowners. Continue reading
Edging and Trimming
Edging and trimming the lawn is like having a manicure after cutting your fingernails…everything is just more perfect! Continue reading
Posted in Gardening Basics May 7, 2013
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Growing Mint in Your Herb Garden
Many of us love mint. With many different flavors of mint available at garden centers, it is easy to want to plant one of each. Planning ahead makes this possible to do, but lack of planning may have you tearing them all out. Continue reading
Posted in Get Your Blooms On May 7, 2013
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Protect Your Japanese Maples
Beautiful additions to any landscape, Japanese Maples will look their best when given some protection during our hot, dry summers. As the weather becomes hotter and drier, your Japanese Maples may show signs of heat stress with the development of crispy leaf edges and/or leaf drop. Continue reading
Posted in Insides May 7, 2013
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Crape Myrtles
No yard or landscape should be without a crape myrtle, or two, or three, or… many! How wonderful to have something that blooms so profusely during that time of year when most other plants are looking tired and worn from the summer heat and drought. Crape myrtles blooms in late summer and can be found in flower colors of pinks, lilac, white, reds and purples. Continue reading
Posted in Insides May 7, 2013
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WATERING: How Much?
Unfortunately, there isn’t a specific answer. All plants have different water requirements, which change due to the type of soil, amount of sun, temperature, humidity, season, maturity of the plant and environment. Continue reading
Posted in What's Bugging You March 20, 2013
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Aphids
One of the most common, and potentially plant-threatening, insect is the “aphid.” There are actually many types of aphids. Some feed on specific plants and others are not so choosy. Continue reading
Posted in What's Bugging You March 20, 2013
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What is “pH?” Why is it Important?
Devised in 1909, the pH scale measures the concentration of hydrogen ions in a solution. The scale ranges from 0-14. Pure water is “neutral” and has a pH of 7, midway between 0 and 14. Continue reading
Posted in Gardening Basics March 20, 2013
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Soil 101
The four elements of soil are minerals, water, air and organic matter. Different combinations of the four elements create the … Continue reading
Posted in Gardening Basics March 20, 2013
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