While castor oil has a lot of memories for older generations, it is now used by gardeners for purposes that your grandmother never knew about. The short and sweet version is that castor oil is …
Gypsy Moth Information – Everything You Need To Know
I don't know if you've ever had a serious Gypsy Moth outbreak but I remember when they invaded the bush behind us. We had a "hot spot" and they darn near defoliated the entire bush until the spray …
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What’s Eating The Bark At The Base Of Trees and Shrubs and Can I Save My Plants?
What's eating the bark at the base of trees and shrubs, and can I save my plant? The answer to this question is, "it depends." Let's deal with some of the basic questions first. What strips …
Deer Resistant Perennial Flowers
These deer resistant perennial flowers are not foolproof but they're the best options we have. I think we should get the bad news out of the way first when it comes to deer resistant perennial …
Horticultural Glue: The Simplest, Easiest Method To Reduce Insect Problems
Tanglefoot or other horticultural glue is one of my biggest garden friends. This is a glue that doesn't dry right away - has the consistency of putty, is really, really sticky and is an amazing little …
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A Homemade Recipe for Deer Repellent
A homemade recipe for deer repellent recipe is below. But, it comes with the usual caveat that deer are not easily deterred if they are hungry. This is something I use in the garden …
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