If you already have a milkweed plant in your yard, you don't have to do anything to propagate it, as the seeds scatter on their own when the seed pods burst open in the fall. For a more targeted planting. scatter milkweed seeds in the late fall on a weed-free site and cover them...
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
Regularly water, prune, fertilize, and mulch to keep your yard thriving. Awell-maintained gardennot only enhances the visual appeal of your yard but also plays a vital role in deterring insects. Healthy plants are more resilient and less likely to attract or succumb to infestations. Apart from...
Why milkweed plants are so important for monarchs The key to supporting monarch butterflies Choosing the right species for your garden Native milkweed species So, how many milkweed plants do you need to support the caterpillars? When and where to plant milkweed starts Light Soil Spacing Watering...
Use whole milkweed leaf cuttings of swamp/common/tropical/giant in florist tubes. Rinse each leaf thoroughly with water, but be careful not to wash away the egg. They are usually stuck like glue to the leaf.Keep in mind, leaf petioles are short so you will need to make some leaf adjust...
Oleander aphids are also known to feed on milkweed, but these are not usually a great issue. A great way to fend off pests is by attractingbeneficial predatory insects. Ladybugs and lacewings are great for this purpose. However, none of these pests have a largely detrimental effect on milk...
Today we are going to unravel the misadventures of these tiny terrors. From the audacious aphids to the conniving caterpillars, they’re like the bumbling villains of our backyard dramas. But fear not, fellow green thumbs, for we shall unveil their annoying antics, their insatiable appetites, an...
Keep It Organic Practicing organic gardening principles is important in any garden. Your initial reaction to spotting pests in your garden may be to use pesticides. However, pesticides won’t be limited to preventing and killing just those peskyaphids and mealybugsbut also the butterflies you are...
To avoid accidentally doing away with caterpillars that grow up to become beneficial pollinators, plant a butterfly garden. Set aside a section of your yard or garden for butterfly-pleasing plants such as: Milk Weed Red Clover Lantana plant varieties ...
Although Dischidia Imbricata is generally resistant to common pests and diseases, it can still be susceptible to infestations by aphids, mealybugs, and scale insects. Insecticidal soap or horticultural oil can be used to address such issues. Overwatering or poor drainage can lead to root rot, ...