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 Asparagus beetle Learn how to identify and remove asparagus beetles without resorting to toxic sprays or chemical powders! There are two types of asparagus beetle. Both target their naming plant, causing damage to newly emerged darts and late leaves. The common asparagus beetle (Cryoceris asparagus) attacks both garden and wild plants. First, a European race, which spread throughout the United States. Adult beetles (1/4 inch long) have metallic blue to blackish creamy yellow spots and red margins on their wing coverts. The adult spotted asparagus beetle, which looks like a female beetle, is reddish-orange with 12 black spots. Their damage can be complex, but they are not as destructive as the common asparagus beetle. The plump larvae (1/3 inch long) of two asparagus beetles are slug-like in appearance. The common beetle has a black head and visible legs and is gray or green. Beetle larvae with spots are orange. For detailed descriptions of both species and concrete pho...

 Gardens for the Best Herbs You clearly dream of the culinary experience of freshly cut herbs, but alas, you do not have the real estate for a vast formal herb garden. Don’t give up on your daydream! With these nine brilliant vertical herb garden ideas, you will find growing a functional and beautiful herb garden in a very limited space. 1. Hanging shelves with terra-cotta pots This simple and striking DIY project, created by Homemade Modern, is a unique vertical display for a simple herb garden. Cheap pine boards (with 4-inch holes) are drilled round holes to accommodate the pots, and then the whole thing is tied with rope and zip ties. Create one of your own vertical herb gardens by watching the full DIY tutorial of Homemade Moder. 2. Advanced metal ammunition-box herb garden In this advanced masterpiece by The Hardicult, Ryan Benoit, old metal ammunition boxes are suspended from chains and then planted with herbs. For a similar look, drill holes in the metal mailboxe...

 Home fertilizer tea from plants, houses, and grass Feed your plants - with your own plants! Using your own garden weeds and grass, you can make homemade compost tea that is 100% organic! This is a great incentive for your plants in the middle when your plants have low soil fertility. Here's how to make compost tea at home. Yes, garden plants nowadays appreciate a place for tea — just like me — a pick-me-up. They have no expensive Earl Gray or Darjeeling. Instead, I make free fertilizer tea from the plants, weeds, and grasses found on my property. What is Fertilization Tea? "Compost tea" and "compost tea" have long been important sources of organic gardening. It is not difficult to throw some compost in a bucket of water, soak it daily and soak it for a few days to a few weeks. “Fertilizer teas” made from plants are very easy. In addition, you do not need to pick up a load of compost or use your precious compost. Making compost tea The next time you ...

 5 Mistakes To Avoid Your Garden Spring has finally arrived and we are all eager to go there and plant. But there are some things you should not do early in the horticulture season if you want your plants to thrive: Do not think that the rain is enough New plantings and seedlings need plenty of water — 1-2 rain sessions a day until they settle. Since spring rains will fall in your garden, do not think that relying on Mother Nature is enough. Go to your garden every day and shower your plants with your rear control watering can flower arrangement. For an easy irrigation technique, combine a programmable timer with a high garden sprayer. Your daily watering will take place at a specific time each day without extra work from you. Do not jump with the gun Everyone wants to get peas, tomatoes, and other vegetables in the ground first, but if the land is too cold they will just sit there. Wait until the soil is at least 40 degrees. How to know? Easy - get a digital meat therm...

 growing broccoli in your garden Broccoli is one of the most delicious and healthy vegetables we grow in the fall and enjoy in the winter. Although it is a plant for two years, broccoli is grown annually, as well as cauliflower has many common characteristics and a similar cultivation method. What we eat as "broccoli" is not the fruit of the plant, but it is essentially its flower. In particular, the inflorescences and immature buds of the plant together form the flower head of broccoli, which is 10-15 cm in diameter and is a well-known vegetable that we eat. There are not many requirements for the cultivation of broccoli and we can produce from broccoli even in a pot on the balcony. We will look in detail at what kind of broccoli we choose, as well as tips for enjoying fresh and tasty broccoli for our most beautiful recipes. 1. What kind of broccoli do we choose to grow? The plant has many local and traditional varieties of broccoli, as well as imported varieties...

 3 plants that repel ticks and fleas from your yard The time for fleas and ticks has come. Plant these garden plants to keep them away from you and your pets. Now that the weather is hot and the land is wet with rain, it is time to start thinking about protection from annoying and dangerous outdoor parasites. You and your pets are going to spend more time outside, so you need to be careful, especially when it comes to two blood-sucking insects like ticks and ticks. External parasites can carry diseases to humans and animals, so it is important to be diligent to avoid health problems. Although chemical pesticides seem to be the only answer, you can actually go to some important garden plants and prevent flies and ticks. It’s great for the environment (and so beautiful!). About Blaze and Dix Many people mistakenly think that flies and ticks belong to the same family. Blaze insects, while tick arachnids, are most closely related to spiders. Flies are smaller than ticks, bu...

 Pruning pepper plants for improved plant health and yield The debate over whether or not to prune tomato plants seems to be a constant in the horticultural world. There are a million different ways to do it and everyone swears their way is the best. As a result, the second most popular home garden crop - pepper - seems to have always been forgotten. But did you know that pruning pepper plants have many benefits? I know a lot of gardeners who don’t prune pepper plants, that’s okay, but there are plenty of good reasons to give your pepper plants a strategic and timely timing. Reasons to prune pepper plants As you will learn, the reasons why a gardener should prune pepper plants depend on when pruning takes place. When pruned in a timely manner, it gives improved yields to strong firm stems, good branching reduced disease, and pest pressure, quick and smooth ripening fruits, and many other pepper varieties. Is it necessary to prune pepper plants? Like tomatoes, the answer...

 Mondo grass Easy to grow, attractive underground, Mondo grass shade gardens are especially useful as a ground alternative. Its grass-like foliage forms dense clumps that spread slowly over time and do not require mowing. Crisp foliage, with small flowers reminiscent of grape hyacinths in summer. Monto grass can make a minimal statement inside or outside a container plant. Shady conditions In many cases, shade gardens can be tricky to plant, especially when it comes to turfgrass. With low maintenance like Mondo grass, you can get the look of a lawn in shady places, no pruning required! Mondo grass grows under a large tree and there is no problem even between the roots and the rocks. However, if you are planting the black leaves of Monto, they will need a little sun or the plants will be green in full shade. In dense shade, you may not see many flowers. Generally, Mondo grass blooms in summer; The pale pink or white flowers appear above (or sometimes) the foliage of the ...

 Annual Maintenance Guide Whether you are growing annuals from seeds or transplanting them, planting them properly will ensure you have a beautiful view of the flowers or leaves. Starting annuals from seed is a great way to save money, especially if you are growing a large number of plants. You can sow many varieties in the garden loose soil including sunflower, cosmos, marigold, bachelor buttons, annual poppy, balsam, morning glory, castor beans, and larkspur. Or start early by sowing them within the season. Garden replacement cultivars are essential if you prefer special varieties that cannot be grown from seed or start sowing indoors. To plant them, dig a hole at least twice the width of the plant growing container, but not deep. Loosen the plant gently before placing it in the hole and spread it away from the roots (especially if the plant is rooted). Then cover the roots with soil and water. Test Garden Tip: You can divide the year into two basic types - winter and...

 7 flower garden pests that can destroy your hard work Garden Related - Garden Ideas   No one wants to hinder their flower gardening efforts by hungry insects that want to prepare food for gift samples. However, some insect pests do more than snack on our plants; They can introduce deadly fungi and other diseases to our favorite flowers Aphids Garden Related  -  Garden Ideas   Gardeners everywhere curse the presence of small aphids on rose, honeysuckle, and other flowering evergreen growth tips in the spring. The insect's absorption process is stunted and the leaves and flowers are damaged. However, aphids cause more damage to the flower garden by spreading plant viruses and promoting the growth of black mold fungus. Start your Aphid War in a natural way: Plant a sweet alligator in the flower garden to draw beneficial wasps. Add Cosmos to attract hungry darts, add Bensteman or someone to attract Ladybugs Insect soap and strong water bubbles can take...

 How To Separate Perennial Plants To Fill Your Garden Free With More Plants Perennials offer many benefits to your gardens, such as beautiful blooms and the ability to return annually in the spring. You can easily do a good thing by separating your favorite perennials every two years or so. These sections are ideal for adding vacancies in your own garden or sharing with friends and neighbors. In addition, when perennials are overgrown and crowded, they often do not flower as much. The separation of these plants will help to refresh their flower exhibition. However, not all types of perennials appreciate separation. Here's what you need to know to successfully separate your perennials. Related  Post   - Garden ideas When to separate your perennials Although you can separate most perennials at any time from spring to autumn, those two seasons are the best. This is because splitting your perennials will be stressful for the plants - and they will recover better f...