How a landscaping pro can help What is a Bog Garden? A bog is a type of wetland that accumulates dead plant material known as peat, which contributes to a bog’s acidity. A bog garden’s moist, acidic, and nutr
Hornets may have a place in the ecosystem pollinating flowers and eating garden pests, but if you spot them in your yard it’s safer to get rid of them, especially for children, pets, or anyone with an allergy. If you have hornets, don’t wait for them to multiply. In this article:...
In a healthy ecosystem, there are diverse populations of plants and other living organisms. Much to a gardener's chagrin, this diversity includes garden pests that run the gamut from those that cause negligible damage to others that result in heavy infestations. If undeterred by the overuse of ...
where plants and animals that do not share an evolutionary history now co-exist, including many invasive species. Urban forests provide a plethora of benefits to citizens, including environmental ecosystem services, i.e., the regulation of air, water, soil and climate, the provision of habitat a...
Let’s start off with a few wasp facts to help you figure out who you’re dealing with here. When asked to think of wasps, most people’s thoughts go to yellowjackets. This is a common name for a bunch of different social wasps in the genera Vespula and Dolichovespula. ...
In addition to wild bees, wasps can also occupy a significant proportion of bee hotels, as 27% of the studies have reported the pres- ence of wasps in bee hotels. Forty-one percent of the studies reported that the bee hotels were made of wood, bamboo, and cardboard are used equally (...
Stunted growth:Caterpillar feeding can hinder the growth and development of plants. If you notice that your plants are not thriving as expected, it may indicate an infestation. Presence of natural predators:Sometimes, the presence of natural predators such as birds, ladybugs, or parasitic wasps can...
bees pollinate80% of our flowering crops— which comprises a third of everything we eat. They’re responsible for the continued survival of many of our most precious native plants. Yet, despite being an absolutely vital component of our ecosystem, we still engage in a lot ofthe behaviors tha...
The basic principles–feeding the soil to feed the plants, using plant vigor and the local ecosystem to fight off pests–have been around for centuries. Science has made refinements, but the core ideas are unchanged.I've been growing food organically for over 30 years. I taught the Local Su...
Hornets are not only skilled builders, creating large, intricate nests, but they also play a vital role in the ecosystem, helping to control other pest populations. However, their presence can be unsettling, especially when they decide to nest close to human habitats. Understanding the Differences...