Japanese Beetle Problem? Try Geraniums and Milky Spore
One of the most reviled garden pests is the Japanese Beetle, which is very difficult to get rid of. Fortunately, a small number of organic treatments work well.
Six Tips For Weeding Your Garden and Lawn
Sometimes when I’m weeding, I feel doomed to repeat the same task over and over again. But I’ve learned a few techniques to make the job more manageable.
Which Plants Are Weeds?
A plant growing in an unexpected place may be a weed, but think twice before pulling it. It could be sending you a message.
Can Milk Protect Your Garden Against Powdery Mildew?
The University Of Connecticut conducted an interesting study on how milk spray can be used to prevent powdery mildew disease on squash and pumpkins.
Powdery Mildew Infection in the Pumpkin Patch
Powdery Mildew is a quick to spread fungus which can infect many plants in your flower or vegetable garden. Post includes pictures.
Black Spots on Tomatoes Could Be Blossom-End Rot (BER)
Blossom-end rot in tomatoes frequently appears after a drought. Roots are unable to take up sufficient water to move calcium to the growing fruit.
How to Use Diatomaceous Earth as an Organic Pesticide in Your Garden
Diatomaceous Earth is a very effective organic pesticide. Unlike chemical pesticides, it poses no risk for kids, pets, wildlife or you.
Is My Rabbit Fence Useless?
Last year my garden of salad greens was decimated in one night by a gang of rabbits. This year I was determined to not let a rabbit attack happen again.
How To Control Pests And Disease In Gardens Without Chemicals
Biologically Intensive gardening relies on methods which are renewable, non-polluting, and mutually beneficial to soil, plants and the ecosystem.
Use Corn Gluten Meal to Kill Lawn Weeds
Corn Gluten Meal is one of the few ways of controlling weeds organically and the only known organic pre-emergent herbicide.
