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Organic Pesticides That Really Work Gardening naturally is often a process of trial and error. There are many different types of pests that can become a problem, and organic pesticides are sometimes recommended as a solution. 3 Organic Pesticide Recipes to Consider To get started, let's look at three common organic pesticides. All three of these options work just as effectively as the harmful chemical pesticides on the market. They are definitely desirable for these dangerous products. If you have a major infection with expensive plants, it may be your short-term option to take this drastic action and use a pesticide. 1. Garlic pesticide Garlic is a useful plant to grow - not just for its uses in the kitchen. It is widely used as a natural medicine and the reasons for this make it a powerful organic pesticide. It is high in sulfur compounds which will kill the pests that attack your plants. To create a garlic pesticide spray on your affected plants: Take a bulb of garli...

 squash pests and diseases Summer squash is relatively easy to grow, but there are many pests and diseases that can affect plants. Early control of the following pests, especially cucumber beetles, can be best achieved by keeping the crop with a floating row lid installed at the time of planting. Keep it until the plants start to bloom, then remove it to allow for pollination. Mode-weight array covers, such as Agribon's AG-19, provide additional heat for rapid growth and frost protection up to about 28 F. To reduce pest and disease stress, avoid planting other cucumbers such as melons, winter squash, or pumpkins grown in the last three years. For assistance with pests not discussed below, contact your local co-operative extension service. Insects Cucumber beetles can destroy small seedlings or transplants and cause significant forage damage even on full-size plants. If that is not enough, these beetles will transmit bacterial wilt and squash mosaic virus to your squash...

 Expert Advice: 7 Tips To Make Your Garden Bed In The Winter Every summer, Cape Cod landscape designer Tim Kallis creates beautiful gardens for Outer Cape's creative class: writers, teachers, architects, and New York designers (including decoupage artist and furniture designer John Darian) visit their gardens during the warmer months. Enjoy the flowers and harvest dinner from the vegetable and herb patches. Every fall, Kallis lags behind in preparation for the harsh New England winter. Blizzards, high winds, blizzards, and blizzards all want to destroy his gardens. But good luck. Over the years, Kallis has devised a goofy plan to prevent severe winter damage. “We are cleaning up a very serious fall,” he says. It puts it lightly. After the first true frost of the season - which usually occurs at Thanksgiving - he goes to the garden if he has to cut, mow, store or mulch anything. How does he decide? Here are seven key pointers in moving your garden through the winter: Giv...

Landscaping Ideas  Hydrangeas are one of the most beautiful evergreen flowers. Besides its exotic beauty, this flower is one of the most easily maintained shrubs. After flowering, they can keep their flowers for a long time and you can bring them into your home by cutting them. That is why this flower is preferred by many to grow in recent years. If you are looking for ideas to decorate your home in full bloom with colorful and vibrant flowers, Hydrangeas are our recommendation today. Here is a list of beautiful pictures from the best designs of this flower that can bring the best beauty to your home. Whether it is your backyard, front yard, or path, it will give you a place to enjoy the scenic beauty.  1 Beautiful house with colorful hydrangeas Hydrangeas have a long flowering time and the flowers look beautiful, so planting them in the front garden of your house is a good idea to create an attractive vista. Privacy seat with 2 hydrangeas Hydrangeas come in many v...

 How to make compost easily at home Composting not only reduces litter in the yard but also improves your backyard. According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), "compost is an organic substance added to the soil to help plants grow." That is, great products, beautiful flowers, and a healthy garden will come to you at no extra cost if you store your family's garbage and start turning it into "plant food". Follow our guide to composting, which can help improve the planet - and your own home garden - while reducing the amount of garbage you throw away. Experts at the Good Housekeeping Institute share tips and tricks for making compost wherever you live. Why should I put compost? Composting is a great way to reduce the amount of garbage your family sends to the landfill. This will not only reduce the amount of methane gas produced by landscapes that are a major contributor to global warming but will also help control the odor of trash in your ...

 Causes and remedies for Black Spots on houseplant leaves Houseplants can help make dull corners of your home or office happier and brighter. Maybe you pay more attention to your plants, but there may still be issues with plant health and appearance. One problem you may notice is black spots on the leaves of your houseplant. Knowing these spots and possible solutions will help keep your plants free of blackheads. You pour too much water into the plant Excessive watering is the most common killer of houseplants today. The appearance of black spots may be the last call of the plant for help. Damage caused by over-watering your plant will start at the roots and then move upwards. If the leaves are attacked, your plant is on the verge of death and you need to act fast. To see if this is the cause, open the pot of the plant and look at the roots. If they are brown, black, and thin or have a foul odor, it means your plant is too waterlogged and needs help. You can cut off the...

 Best Perennial Plants for New Gardeners Best perennial fruit for a low maintenance garden If you are a new gardener, you are in for a great adventure! But with so many perennials to choose from, it is difficult to know which one is the best. Do not worry. Continue reading and you will find 15 easy perennials like Heliopsis and Phlox that are a great choice for new gardeners. Which perennial is best for new gardeners? These perennial plants tolerate growing conditions and adapt to most weather conditions gradually. In the complete absence of pests or diseases, this group has fewer problems than some other perennials. And most of them live longer, so you can enjoy their flowers or leaves for many years. If you are new to gardening, these qualities will help you to maximize your success and quickly enjoy the beautiful perennials. Best perennial plants for planting in sunny places The best view of this group of perennials requires 6 to 8 hours of sunlight each day. Heliops...