With their large mandibles and imposing size, stag beetles can look intimidating if they show up around your home. However, these beetles are not considered pests and do not damage household structures or living trees In most cases, the best solution is to simply leave stag beetles alone and enjoy their fascinating life cycle But … Read more
As people who adore plants, we never want to see them suffer at the hand of pests. But we really don’t want pests in our houseplants because that brings the problem inside—gross! Fungus gnats are nasty little winged bugs that look like tiny mosquitoes and are about the size of fruit flies. However, these plant … Read more
Bring your snake plant back to life with the right amount of water, light, and healthy soil! That gorgeous green sword-shaped foliage is what makes snake plants such a popular houseplant. But when those leaves start drooping and your snake plant begins to wilt, it can cause concern. A limp sad looking snake plant is … Read more
Many people think of bright and sunny landscapes filled with vibrant blooms when gardening. However, not all gardens receive abundant sunshine. In fact, some garden spaces are shaded by trees, buildings, or fences for most of the day. For these shady parts of your yard, you should know what plants and flowers do well in … Read more
The beautiful peace lily is a popular tropical houseplant that gives off an air of peace and beauty. It has wispy white flowers that grow against bright, shiny green leaves. But sometimes, the leaves can turn yellow or brown, or they may also start to curl or droop. These peace lily leaf issues can occur … Read more
Azaleas are popular flowering shrubs that add vibrant color to gardens and landscapes. However azalea leaves sometimes develop unsightly brown spots that can detract from their beauty. Understanding what causes these spots and how to treat them is key to keeping your azaleas healthy and looking their best. What Do Brown Spots on Azalea Leaves … Read more
This is a simple, creamy Roma tomato sauce recipe that doesn’t call for peeling or blanching the tomatoes. It’s great for garden tomatoes and can be used right away on pasta or later by canning or freezing it. You know what that means: every day our tomato plants give us pounds of tomatoes to pick! … Read more
Q: I bought a mandevilla vine last spring and put it in my southeast-facing apartment. It’s doing well there, but some of the leaves get spots and then turn yellow and fall off after a day or so. Even with a magnifying glass, I can’t make out anything on the leaves. However, my fingers get … Read more
Some common tomato diseases are starting to show up on Minnesota tomatoes, even though a lot of the state is dry. Notice that the older leaves are turning yellow and getting spots? Read on to learn more about two common fungal diseases that affect Minnesota tomatoes. As a tomato gardener, few things are more frustrating … Read more
Sometimes it’s a bad sign when you see tiny white bugs on or in the soil of your houseplants. It’s not the only sign that something is wrong; the plant may also have yellowing leaves and slow growth, which are both signs of an infestation. However, not all tiny white bugs are harmful. It is … Read more