The Deal on Ryegrass and How to Get Rid of Aphids on MilkweedByline: Paula Weatherby I was in a garden supply store the other day and noticed that two...Weatherby, Paula
Plants even get Aphids attached to their name like the: Wooly Aphid or Wooly Apple Aphid Red Aphid PinPhoto Credit: Instagram @theh2oshed Milkweed Aphid Russian Wheat Aphid Oleander Aphid Hibiscus Aphid Potato Aphid (Macrosiphum euphorbiae) Benchmade Aphid Black Bean Aphid Soybean Aphid Cabbage Ap...
Caterpillars are cute, especially the ones that morph into the exquisite butterflies we all know and love. But you’ll think otherwise when you see the destruction these critters can inflict on your precious yard. Here, you’ll learn how to get rid of caterpillars in your yard, as well as...
#10 – Neem Oil can also be used for Caterpillar Control. Neem oil is effective against a number of otherbad garden pests, such as beetles and aphids. Take care when usingNeem oil to get rid of caterpillars. This is also a good alternative because it won’t hurt other beneficial predator...
This species of beetle is known for its high impact on milkweeds. These red bugs look slightly different from others as they show tiny black spots on the elytra, similar to lady beetles. Unlike lady beetles, Red Milkweed Beetles have elongated bodies. The highest numbers of these beetles are...
You probably know this plant by its common name, which is milkweed. However, there aremore than 70 species of milkweed native to North America. Each has different characteristics and comes from different regions. So, to group them all together would be to ignore the uniqueness of each specie...
How to attract butterflies Like other pollinators, butterflies are attracted to any plant rich in nectar and pollen but especially native plants. Some common plants for butterfly gardens are butterfly weed (a type of milkweed), coneflowers, goldenrod, and Joe-pye weed. ...
No milkweed= no Monarch butterflies. Many other butterflies also require specific host plants. By planting a variety of host plants, you’re more likely to attract and support many different types of butterflies. Cavan Images//Getty Images Plant Flowers Hummingbirds Love If your goal is to...
A forceful stream of water may be all you need to wash insects away. A firm spray should kill aphids on contact, however, be careful not to blast them from one plant to another, as any survivors will have a whole new plant to infest!
How to Grow a Giant Pumpkin Best Milkweed Varieties for Monarch Butterflies Planting Plant horseradish in full sun. Horseradish will tolerate partial sun, but yields will not be as good. Soil must be moist, fertile, and loamy, or the roots can’t grow down (similar to carrots). Prepare th...