Bees are an essential and indispensable part of the ecosystem; however, that does not mean you have to share your house with them. A beehive inside the property can be very inconvenient and pose serious threats to the inhabitants of the house. Identify the species before you begin the bee c...
When you see a flash of yellow, it’s easy to believe you have a bee, but the truth is that bees, hornets, and wasps all have similar appearances but different personalities. Even more important, some species are considered beneficial and may even be protected. ...
Use a light spritz of cold water to dampen the marked area and if the stain is oily, dab gently with Cashmere shampoo. Fizzy water can be effective in removing small, fresh stains, as the air bubbles can trap and lift dirt particles. Afterwards, hang the item up to dry. ...
is necessary during the bloom period, do not apply during hours when bees are visiting the flowers (late morning through mid-day). Apply sprays in the morning, never in full sun or at temperatures above 90ºF. If your plants start to wilt, rinse the leaves immediately with clean water....
How to get rid of thrips on pot plants or inside the house? Thrips are so small that it can be difficult to control them by physical means, but you can try wiping them off the plant with a damp cloth or sponge. Hang sticky traps in the greenhouse to trap thrips and to act as an...
If you currently have seeds but it’s too frosty to do any outdoor gardening have no fear. You can always start indoors by finding an area that is sufficiently warm. To boost germination, use a dome or cloche to trap heat and humidity. ...
Chickens and Honey Bees are great companion animals, and you can learn to keep them. This website is frequently being updated with the latest beekeeping information. Welcome!
Bees alight in odd places. This morning I saw some on the side of the house, one crawling up my water bottle, a few loitering in the truck’s bed. Some may crawl around on blades of grass beneath the hive, or settle on the hive stand or lid. Bees with no place to forage can’...
You will still need to trap or kill the beetles on these sacrificial crops to keep them from becoming a bigger problem. Plant selection: If you’re in an area that is often plagued by Japanese beetles, your best bet is to avoid vulnerable plants such as roses, grapes, beans, ...
How to Get Rid of Squash Bugs as Adults Happy Gardening! Most of us who are growing a garden right now can commiserate with one another over the persistent problem of a squash bug population (otherwise known as leaf-footed beetles or stink bugs) ravaging our summer squash, pumpkins, cucumbe...