What To Buy For Nursery

This series of articles will help identify some of the most unusual ones and give you a peek into their lives. Raccoons and skunks find them particularly tasty, so they might be attracted to the compost heap as well.Hercules Beetles are nocturnal and...

Gardeners who grow milkweed to encourage Monarchs understand how important it is to keep a healthy selection of food sources available. Since the adult Luna moths do not eat, you need to make sure your garden is caterpillar friendly.

Gardeners often encounter unique and colorful insects in their gardens. They are also known as assassin flies and my personal favorite, the Hanging Thief. Robber flies have several common names.

These ground beetles are always on the hunt, quickly scuttling through the grass and over leaves, searching for their favorite meal. They tend to favor the caterpillars of quite a few destructive pests; the Colorado potato beetle, larvae, pupae, and eggs...

Gardeners often encounter unique and colorful insects in their gardens. Since they do appear in groups, many gardeners naturally assume that they are unwelcome invaders and run for the pesticide.

One tunnel entrance will lead to as many as eight or ten separate larvae burrows.Great Golden Digger Wasps are not aggressive, but do sting if handled, so just let them go about their business of eliminating pests from your garden and drinking from your...

Nymphs go through about 5 different instars (or stages) and do not get their 'wheel' until mature. However, they aren't aggressive toward humans and move slowly, so as long as you let them go about their business, they'll leave you alone.

Every farm with a tree needs a chainsaw, and it's important to find the one that's best for your needs. Weight is a very important consideration with a chainsaw because you don't want to get tired while using it and potentially cause an accident.

Gardeners often encounter unique and colorful insects in their gardens. In climates where it does not freeze, she can even live several years, but as fall comes and frosts occur further north, she only lives one year.Many people have actually named these...

Gardeners often encounter unique and colorful insects in their gardens. The insect world is teeming with all sorts of strange and wonderful creatures. This series of articles will help identify some of the most unusual ones and give you a peek into their...

Electric, Gasoline Or PTO-Powered? Does It Have A Separate Shredding Chute? Chippers powered by gasoline engines and tractor PTOs are larger and require more effort to move around, but their power and ability to handle large branches can't be matched...

Blink and you?ll miss it ? After attending a conference where he met Dr. Richard Criley, the notable plumeria scientist from the University of Hawaii, Luc placed a large order for plumeria cuttings from Hawaii and was on his way.

Like many small machines, leaf blowers can be powered by gasoline engines or electric motors, with each type offering advantages and disadvantages. Both numbers are important, and while they are interrelated (a high rating in one area doesn't do much...

I seldom give them a second look as I head toward the big plants at the back of the store, but today I realized what a remarkable variety they stocked. Seek out a nursery haven near you, a place to meander among lush plants and dream of summer delights.

You need only to move the bees and frames into the hive you'll have and monitor their growth. These starter hives are in such high demand that reservations fill up quickly from the most reputable breeders.

Great for new gardeners, lazy gardeners and busy gardeners. To transplant, simply detach one of the runners with a 'chick' at the end and pin it in its new home until roots appear.Forgetful gardeners will be happy to note that this plant can survive long...

If you have your heart set on giant red flowers or the neon combination of purple and chartreuse, chances are, it is available.Zinnias are surprisingly drought-hardy when established.

The foliage is generally attractive when the plants aren't in bloom and they require very little care. Daylilies are some of the easiest plants to hybridize and lots of gardeners have fun with their back-yard breeding experiments.

It is a day-length neutral plant and will provide color to your garden all summer long. The seedlings' flowers are then observed very closely. Near the beautiful banks of Bayou Plaquemine, in Ibberville parish, nestled are 10 acres of land that harbors...

Consider purchasing a tractor-mounted auger. Digging post holes for farm fencing is one project that can benefit tremendously from machines. Unless you're building a small pasture that will require only a handful of fence posts, a gasoline-powered post...

This dusty miller (there arein Plantfiles that use dusty miller as a possible name) may overwinter and begin to produce small yellow flowers in their second year. I swore I didn't need another plant.

The miniature and mini-flora roses are shipped to you in little pots ready to take out and plant. I love the David Austin English style blooming shrub roses, a couple of favorites are Mary Rose (pink) and Golden Celebration (rich yellow).

Are cuttings shipped in soil? If an online nursery does not have detailed plant descriptions, it's best to keep searching for one that does.Friends or family may be able to help you find the best place to order plants online.

Different florists may have different suppliers, changing their prices because of their wholesale costs. If there are multiple florists in your neighborhood they may have competitive rates or specials.

Had been to all the nurseries and garden centers within a 40-mile radius, searching for a particular petunia without success.Big box stores sometimes offer up such unexpected treasures and at very reasonable prices.If the plants are healthy, you can hardly...

During this year's Buy Local Challenge, an emphasis is being placed on the workplace. The most unique entry from a Marylander will receive a catered lunch for up to 20 people and a gift basket of Maryland farm products.

Once they have cooled and hardened, wrapped the lotion bars up in some craft paper and tie with string. Mix well and store in tightly sealed jars. Also, try your own DIY herb blends and infused vinegars and oils for the food lover on your shopping list.If...