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Wasps and ladybug larvae quickly destroy damaging aphids. The sticky secretion comes from the insect and attracts other insects, likeHoneydew sap comes from sugars and other substances in the plant.

That's why it can be wise to use T-posts to mark the locations of such hidden obstacles, providing a clear visual reminder of the objects' whereabouts so you don't have to worry about hitting them and damaging your machines.

It was wash rags, cloth napkins and real plates. If you buy, buy smart. Reuse and repurpose what otherwise might get tossed. Budget-conscience folks can fashion their own rain barrel from food-grade storage drums—be sure they never contained chemicals...

I routinely haul sacks of concrete, bags of manure from the local dairy, lumber, pipe and assorted supplies on the scooter, (I balance things on the foot rests) so it was no surprise that my mechanical problem last year occurred one day when I had just...

As long as the soil is reasonably fertile and well-drained and they are planted in full sun, some of these ‘botanical' tulips will perform admirably. While the plants are not so picturesque as modern tulips, they are still deserving of a place in our...

Share a photo with us on our Facebook page . My grandparents lived in a city with donut shops, convenience stores and fast-food restaurants all around. They also kept a chicken coop in their backyard.

If your car didn't run entirely on fuel, imagine the environmental and personal impact of fewer emissions, lower gas cost and improved gas mileage. Lutz says these hydrogen boosters could eventually become mainstream with more research and experimentation.

Not any more, because gardeners today can call on a real live T-22 that can help protect their valued plants. Biological Control: A Guide to Natural Enemies in North America. Shelton, and M.

At some point, they have to go out into the world without you. In, an insect called the brown rice planthopper developed a resistance to the pesticides being used and threatened to wipe out crops.

No race can prosper till it learns there is as much dignity in tilling a field as in writing a poem. Across cultures, one can find many differences in the way people act, think and talk, but one thing all cultures have in common is a connection to food—and,...

Their short lives will, however, be longer than bees born in warm weather. The bees form a winter cluster, or rather they clump themselves into a big communal ball. In the winter, it is truly a gift to have the silence broken even by one lone bee.

This eye-catching, quick-and-easy recipe is a perfect appetizer or snack to celebrate spring.” Yield: 6 appetizers Ingredients 6 large red radishes 1/3 cup cooked shelled edamame, coarsely mashed 1 T.

The university is continually putting plants through the paces to see if they can take our harsh conditions. It is moderately tolerant of salty conditions and is extremely drought tolerant.These plants aren't just for Texans, of course.

Many flowers have unique colors and some plants have unique foliage or bark colors. Those blue-green transplants might be broccoli, cauliflower, or brussels sprouts, so just be happy with knowing that they are something in the cabbage family.

You can pick up a digital camera today for under $100, unheard of ten years ago.Although a hundred dollar camera may take a decent image, I would recommend spending a bit more money for a camera you can use for many years.

The life of a street tree can be tough. It has to put up with car exhaust, salt and sand from winter road crews, heat from asphalt and pavement, and many other things most With any luck (or planning) you and many generations to come will be enjoying your...

And when I heard the familiar call from the florist aisle, "we're ba-a-ack!" I'm afraid to say it,but I succumbed. I'm Supermom, not Putter-around-the-house-with-bulbs-mom. But if you have an opportunity to pick up a lot of these once-flowered beauties...

It took stamina and initiative by all parties involved. In addition, the project will fund 10 scholarships at Cincinnati State Technical and Community College in its green workforce development program.

Courtesy Debbie T. As we continue our celebration of Baby Animal Month on HobbyFarms.com, we hope these photos from our readers' hobby farms will bring a bit of happiness to your day.

We can limit ourselves to doing what we have always done or perhaps break the monotony and try something different. The reference was made Feb. Will Punxsutawney Phil see his shadow?

After years of using a corner of our unheated car garage for a workshop, I am in the process of making a change. With the addition of a hoop building to store the ATV, leaf shredder, lawn mower and accessories, it was time to rearrange other things as...

Since the volunteer cooks will be busy all afternoon after the plant swap, what if we schedule some fun things for the adults and kids inside during the afternoon heat?We ended up with 70+ folks attending for the events covering Friday through Sunday.

There are also many hobbyists that do it for fun and/or money.Most have many years involved in this, much practice, a LOT of scientific studies, trial and error and they "cull" a lot of seedlings that did not meet their goals.It takes a lot of time and...

The refuge is in Oklahoma, and it is just a couple of hours drive by car from where I live. But there was no chance of getting the gum back from the prairie dog.Buffalo have become very numerous.

I honestly cannot eat them. I grow the peppers for my dad, and I mail them periodically by the bagful. It's rumored that capsaicin will kill bacteria, but the claim doesn't hold up in studies.

Our local botanical garden hosted its annual May Mart last week so of course I made a trip to have a little lookie. In true form, I left with the back of my car full of plants. « More Dirt on Gardening » Tags designer genes hosta , heirloom tomato ,...

For even more durability, you can apply a clear coat of polyurethane or even clear nail polish on top of the lettering.A soft lead pencil works well on both plastic and metal markers and can last for several seasons.