Spider mites are unruly pests that quickly explode in population size! They’ll overwhelm tired and thirsty plants in summer and fall. Learn which types of mites are common in home gardens, and discover how to combat them for the safety of your plants.
It’s not pretty, but planning for our dogs’ outside time gives the best chance of healthy plants for our gardens. After all, the pups may be the most important users of our landscapes. Sturdy, dog-urine-resistant selections offer a foundation for growth despite regular stops along the canine walking route.
As grapes turn purple, light green, and merlot in color, you may notice white spots growing on the vine’s foliage! The late summer garden is especially susceptible to powdery mildew. Prevention is the best solution, and these straightforward treatments address the issue before it spreads further.
Blossom end rot is the last thing you’d expect on your squash. You go to harvest the vegetables, only to find brown, black, and mushy spots on their bottoms! Don’t worry; this condition isn’t a disease. Join seasoned grower Jerad Bryant to learn how to fix it.
Dozens of weeds look like grass! Some of them are true grasses, while the others are look-alikes that behave similarly. You may let them grow and take over, or act with diligence to remove them. Learn how to identify and control these 11 most common garden invaders with native plant gardener Jerad Bryant.
Dealing with weeds is a frustrating, time-consuming, and inevitable part of gardening. While some are easy to get rid of, others can be a serious problem. Join gardening expert Melissa Strauss to identify some of the more difficult weeds to eradicate.
Cat poop is the last thing you want to see next to your plants! It’s yucky near your crops, and it’s best not to grow vegetables where there’s lots of it. Cat lover and backyard gardener Jerad Bryant shares how to both handle and prevent cat poop in the garden beds.
Spotting a spider in your garden can be a frightening or exciting experience, depending on how you feel about these arachnids. Regardless of your feelings, knowing the difference between good and bad garden spiders is key. Join farmer Briana Yablonski to learn about common garden spiders and how they benefit your plants.
Pests aren’t just insects like aphids and thrips; they’re also animals like deer, rats, and birds. Many critters will try to eat your fruits and veggies before the season is over! Protecting your crops is crucial if you plan on harvesting them successfully.
Pests are unruly plant predators. They relish your tomatoes before you get the chance! Instead of letting them flourish, learn what they need to survive so you can halt them in their tracks. Join seasoned tomato grower Jerad Bryant to discover how to handle tomato russet mites.
Ants are more common than humans! They’re abundant worldwide, and they love living in the garden. Learn how to get rid of them, and why you may want to leave them be instead. Join environmentalist Jerad Bryant to learn how to tackle the ant infestations in your yard.
Plants turning yellow may be undergoing natural leaf drop or may be sending a signal of stress. A simple care adjustment or scouting for underlying pests or diseases helps right the course. Gardening expert Katherine Rowe explores common reasons for plants yellowing so that we may return them to their lush glory.