Archive for the 'Pests and Diseases' Category

 Raining Weeds

Rain, rain, go away…..After the last couple of summers with next to no rain, I can’t believe I’m wishing the rain would stop! Let’s see, this must be day ten in a row that it’s rained. And, rain is expected for the next three days. Glad we own a canoe! Seriously, the rain is a [...]



 Mosquito Gardening

In spite of threatened thunderstorms, Misha (our dog) and I headed outside very early this morning to do some gardening. A sliver of sunshine greeted us as we walked out the back door, giving hope for a pleasant few moments of puttering while the village was still quiet and before the rains came. Barely had [...]



 Bugs Bugging Your Indoor Plants?

If mealy bug, spider mite or scale have moved in on your plants, check out the article on Pest Control For Winter Herbs at Bert’s Herbs. Though written about herbs, the methods work for any indoor plant that is playing host to wee beasties. Click on the link to Bert’s Herbs at the left hand [...]