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What\'s That Bug? Dynastes tityus, the Eastern Hercules Beetle.
Don't remove that old stump, plant something in the cavity and let the beetles have the roots. Chances are, they will be happiest in the compost heap. This leads to mishaps and crash landings.Deforestation and urbanization has led to a decline of these...
California
El Segundo
What Are the Best Fertilizers to Use to Get Large Onions?
Use ammonium sulfate if your soil is alkaline because this fertilizer lowers the pH slightly. More leaves means larger onions.Before planting onion transplants or sets, amend the soil with 3 inches of compost, which improves soil texture and provides...
California
Santa Monica
What\'s that Bug? Actias luna; the Luna Moth
Making your garden a friendly habitat will encourage them and related species to lay their eggs and make your garden a special night time adventure. When the Luna moth caterpillar pupates, the cocoon drops to the ground and remains there until it is time...
California
El Segundo
The Legume of a Hundred Uses, The Bean
Cheese, as well as ice cream both contain large amount of soy. In Japan roasted soybeans are thrown around the house on the first day of spring to ward off evil spirits.No crop other than the bean can be baked, pureed, boiled, ground, drunk, fried or...
California
El Segundo
Beets Are the Best!
Recipe: Raw Beet Salad Ingredients Two to three medium-to-large beets per person Dressing: lemon juice red wine vinegar extra virgin olive oil salt & pepper fresh thyme Chopped scallions, garlic scapes or radishes, optional Preparation Use a mandolin...
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
What\'s that Bug? The Family Asilidae; Robber Flies
They inject a neurotoxin with their proboscis that renders the quarry helpless, while its insides liquefy. Gardeners often encounter unique and colorful insects in their gardens. The robber fly then sips the resulting goo while hanging by one leg under...
California
El Segundo
What\'s That Bug? Calosoma scrutator; the Fiery Searcher
Most destructive caterpillars emerge from their nests to feed at night and this beautiful predator stalks them without mercy. Their diet should make them a welcome resident in any vegetable garden or perennial bed.
California
El Segundo
Why Choose a Locally Owned Nursery to Buy Your Plants?
Thanks to a sinus infection, I found one. Bigger is not always better. Get to know the folks that work in your local nusery for they are friendly and will provide a wonderful outlet for garden talk.
California
El Segundo
What\'s that Bug? Chauliognathus pensylvanicus: the Soldier Beetle
When disturbed, they may secrete droplets of a milky liquid, which in fact is a defensive mechanism. Gardeners often encounter unique and colorful insects in their gardens. Birds, rodents, other predatory insects and spiders all seem to avoid these beetles...
California
El Segundo
Chrysanthemums - the Wilderness Years
And from there it was only a short hop to being hip again, to the acceptance of the riotous colours and the frilly, showstopper blooms.It never happened for the Chrysanthemum, though, and it still lurks in allotments, waiting to dazzle once again.
California
El Segundo
Christmas Gift Suggestions For The Gardener In Your Life
In the $40-$50 price range. Ever since I started writing a weekly garden column I get the same question this time of year: "What do you suggest as a holiday gift for a gardener?" Here are some suggestions that are guaranteed to make any gardener happy.
California
El Segundo
My Beans Are Fibrous: What To Do If Beans Are Tough And Stringy
High temps interfere with pollination and adequate irrigation, which affects the bean crop as a whole., allowing adequate time for maturation before temperatures become excessively hot and keep the bean plants watered.Lastly, if you are routinely planting...
Ohio
Willoughby
What\'s That Bug? Sphex ichneumoneus: The Great Golden Digger Wasp
These include various crickets, katydids and grasshoppers. Step back and observe one of the most unique inhabitants in the garden.This insect, and many others can be found here in our own
California
El Segundo
What\'s That Bug? Arilus cristatus, the Wheel Bug
However, they don't tend to be very picky and nymphs have been known to attack and eat each other and females often consume the male after mating much like the praying mantis does.
California
El Segundo
What Are the Best Shrubs for the Front of My Home?
Euonymus shrubs have small, green-to-yellow leaves that leave a fan of twigs in winter after they fall.Boxwood, also an evergreen, grows 2 to 5 feet tall. Hydrangeas produce puffballs of white, pink or blue flowers with large, green leaves.
California
Santa Monica
What\'s That Bug? The Argiope Aurantia, or Writing Spider
Gardeners often encounter unique and colorful insects in their gardens. The last two common names describe the decorative zig-zag she works into the center of her web.Readers paying attention will note that I'm addressing her with a feminine descriptive.
California
El Segundo
The Green Bean that\'s an Open Pollinated Wonder: The Kentucky Wonder!
The vines grow very thick and sturdy so they need a strong trellis. Saute the scallions in the bacon fat, stirring occasionally. As Fate would have it, I was recently proved wrong, resulting in a delightful and tasteful experience.
California
El Segundo
What Are Cranberry Beans: Planting Cranberry Bean Seeds
Neither pole nor bush beans, the cranberry bean grows on a stalk, which can attain a height of up to 6 feet. Cook until outer skins have crisped, season lightly with salt or seasoning of your choice and you will have a crunchy healthy snack.
Ohio
Willoughby
Save your money: Delicious cups of wonder from the world of COFFEE
Would you like steamed milk, milk, frothed milk or whipped cream? Kevin drinks mostly naturally decaffeinated coffee and I drink coffee quite occasionally. Scientists have discovered that even the stars in the sky are fueled by coffee (ha,ha).
California
El Segundo
How Invasive Is Lily Of the Valley: Should I Plant Lily Of The Valley Ground Cover
Once established, lily of the valley is an unstoppable force to be reckoned with. This is a good way to deal with lily of the valley in your lawn.As a last resort, spray the plants with a product containing.
Ohio
Willoughby
Pests On Lily Of The Valley : Bugs And Animals That Eat Lily Of The Valley Plants
In hot, dry conditions,may suck sap from leaves, causing them to turn yellow or stipple.Some gardeners claim weevils are also snacking on their lily of the valley plants, but their appearance is usually brief and does not hurt the plant.
Ohio
Willoughby
Growing Lily Of the Valley: When To Plant Lily Of The Valley
Preferring partial shade and a moist soil, growing lily of the valley is easy if you know how and when to plant. Care should be taken when planting as it is a poisonous plant, so keep it away from children and pets.Try planting lily of the valley plants...
Ohio
Willoughby
What\'s that Bug? The Elephant Stag Beetle; Lucanus elaphus
This series of articles will help identify some of the most unusual ones and give you a peek into their lives From the miracle of the Monarch butterfly that migrates to Mexico each autumn, to the fireflies that light up summer evenings with their special...
California
El Segundo
Almond Tree Cultivars: What Are The Best Varieties Of Almond
Otherwise, they cannot pollinate each other if they don't bloom at the same time even if the pollen is compatible.Size of almond trees can be a critical consideration in a small garden.
Ohio
Willoughby
The Best Veggie Garden $1 Can Buy
Look for free or cheap things, repurpose old belongings, and trade for seeds.I hope this article is of some help or inspiration for you this season.Be resourceful, and perhaps you could have a wonderful harvest of vegetables this year, too!Photos all...
California
El Segundo
Green bean soup: a summer delight that cooks in a snap
If in doubt, add a bit more flour.When the beans are tender-crisp (nearly done), it's time to add the dumplings. If your brand calls for a greater proportion of flakes to liquid in the box directions, adjust accordingly.This is an inexact sort of recipe.
California
El Segundo
Lily Of The Valley Control – How To Kill Lily Of The Valley
In addition to uprooting the plant, the best way to get rid of lily of the valley is to kill it. As long as you plant it in a suitable location, one where it has plenty of space to roam without the threat of invading other plants in the garden, lily of...
Ohio
Willoughby