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"Got Powdery Mildew? Get Milk!"
... in South America discovered a new alternative to controlling powdery… More
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"Organic Pest Control: Mustard"
...t some of you might want to read. :) Organic Pest Control: Mustard -- Hot Stuff For Natural Pest Control ScienceDaily (July 29, 2008) — Researchers, growers and Industry specialists from 22 countries will share the latest research into the use of Brassica species, such as mustard,… More
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Pole Bean Pests
... out what's eating my pole bean leaves and how to control them. I live in south-central Wisconsin and have a back-yard garden plot. Everything else is virtually untouched - except my pole bean plants. Some of the leaves look like an… More
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Beneficial Insects
...many ways to control garden pests with beneficial insects. Lady bugs and Green Lacewings are great for aphids. Predator Mites for spider mites. and many others. If anyone wants to know more, post here and I'll see if I can provide answers. More
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OMG; look....Weeds NO MORE
Look what I found, I am in glee over it. Wanted to share it with you all as I will be going the store right now to buy the 15% 20 liter of this Vingear. I have some that is 80% but have not used it yet as it is… More
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Fertilizers?
Are fertilizer spikes very effective? I've heard that some do not breakdown into the soil. I've always used spikes but am never certain they are really working. Also, what about using Preen instead of a spike? It contains fertilizer and also kills the weeds. I have never used Preen before… More
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From AcraMax Gardening Email Tips on getting rid of UNWANTED Pests
What's Bugging You? By: Kathy Bond Borie Because of the mild winter and soaking spring, it promises to be a banner year for garden pests. I'm bracing myself for the onslaught. The slugs are rearing their ugly heads already, so I've been wearing thick-soled shoes whenever I visit my garden… More
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Controlling Japanese Beetles
I was wondering what everyone else does to control these little nasties. I hand pick and put in a bucket with water and dishsoap. To get the ones that are too high, I sometimes use my shop-vac to suck them up. I fill the canister with soapy water. I'm also… More
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Pest controlling plants
I found this chart of plants that repel garden pests. http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf29648744.tip.html More
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I copied and pasted this post from the controlling pests section..
...ground and one more clinging to a vine. I sprayed insecticide on the area… More
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Rose of Sharon Help!
I mentioned on the controlling insects forum that my Rose of Sharon has been plagued by Japanese Beetles for the last few years. It really has never been allowed to bloom because of these pests. But it has grown quite tall - probably 8 feet. This year I noticed that… More
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Muscidifurax Raptor
...to read this or not. :) Pretty neat. Natural Pest Control: Tiny Pest-eating insect Fights Fruit Flies ScienceDaily (Dec. 6, 2007) — Farmers and vineyard owners have a new weapon in their pest management arsenal. A commonly used parasitoid, or parasitic insect that kills… More
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No New Posts, Please!
...s is closing. Please post in Annuals, Perennials, Controlling Pests, or Other Flower Discussion. More
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Please Do Not Post in this Forum.
...inating it. Post in Vegetables, Fruits, Seeds, or Controlling Pests, if you're lucky enough to be growing anything now. :D More
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slugs
i have been controlling slugs in my lawn i know they eat the roots of grass what do they do in a vegetable garden? j More
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Controlling ants in flower beds
...that there is a plant out there that will help in controlling ants in the yard and flower beds. Is thi strue and if so, what is the best one for Southern Ontario. Has anyone used citronella plants to help reduce insects? Thanks and enjoy the sun. More
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