Adult wood borers layeggs in or on a suitable tree, and the eggs hatch into larvae that mine under the bark. Some species will tunnel into the wood of the tree. Once larvae have completed development, new adults will chew an exit hole through the bark and emerge. What insect kills maple...
Known for their raptorial front legs, these insects are commonly called praying mantises due to their folded posture, which resembles a praying stance. The Stagmomantis Californica is a beneficial predator in gardens, as it helps control the populations of various pest insects, such as aphids and...
So, what nut trees should we grow on a homestead scale, how do we tend to them, and what are some tips for harvesting and pest protection?Join me with guest David Hughes from Rock Bridge Trees as he shares his years of knowledge and hands-on experience growing nut trees. This is ...
Marigolds are some of the most well-known flowers for companion planting. They deter pests like aphids, cabbage worms, slugs, thrips, and whiteflies. Also, their roots naturally contain a chemical that kills destructive root-knot nematodes, which feed on plants’ roots. Nasturtium Nasturtiums are...
They groom the leaves of any aphids or scale and they fertilize the roots by dumping all of their food scraps and poop in the yard. My plant is growing well, without ants. RB: Rumor has it you discovered a species of Sanseveria (snake plant). Can you tell us about that? BB: It’...