When your squash plants are suddenly struggling, it may be the work of a squash vine borer. If caught early, it’s possible to save the plant. Learn how to prevent, control, and get rid of this squash plant pest. What Are Squash Vine Borers? It can be so disappointing when your squa...
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...
From the moment tomato seeds sprout to the day you compost the plant at the end of the season, tomato plants are surprisingly susceptible to problems. Now that most of you should have your tomato plants in the ground, here’s how to identify problems on your plants, as well as prevent ...
Cutworms can be a major annoyance in the garden, particularly for young seedlings or fresh transplants. Here’s how to identify, prevent, and get rid of cutworms in your garden. What Are Cutworms? “Cutworm” is the name used for the larvae of a number of moth species. The adult mot...
They are here to help. The Garden Pest List Slugs: Spider Mites: Caterpillar: Earwigs: Japanese Beetle: Whiteflies: Gastropods: Lady Bugs: Ants: Leafhopper: Bag Worm: Leaf Miner: Weevil Larvae: Cabbage White Caterpillars: Grasshopper: Corn Earworm: Tomato Hornworm: ...
Can you prevent armyworms? You can! Ensuring that your yard is full of beneficial predators is a great step. Cultivate flowers and herbs that attract lacewings and ladybugs such as dill, caraway, coriander, yarrow, marigold, and fennel. Tansy, lemon balm, and parsley lure them in as well....
While it may sound unappealing, hand-picking is an effective way to get rid of many larger vegetable garden pests. Along with Mexican bean beetles, the likes oftomato hornwormsandColorado potato beetlescan be controlled by being hand-picked. Always carry a container of soapy water to drop the...
To do this, you will need to erect a series of hoops over your crop and cover the hoops with a light material that allows good airflow and the passage of sunlight but can still prevent encroachment by moths and caterpillars. Tomato Horn Worms: ...
sweet water. On hot days, a cardinal will often look for ripe fruit to slake its thirst. Tomatoes attract several types of insects, including cutworms, fruitworms and big juicy hornworms. Sometimes when a cardinal is snooping around your tomato plants, it is helping prevent damage from ...
A baby turtle should be provided with as much food as it can eat daily. Once it reaches adulthood, however, you’ll need to reduce how much you’re feeding to prevent obesity. Here are some ideas of what you can feed your turtle: ...