To naturally combat whiteflies, you can employ strategies such as introducing natural predators, using sticky traps, and/or applying neem oil. These remedies can help manage and eventually eliminate whitefly...
One way of controlling pests is to use beneficial insects like ladybugs, lacewings, and parasitic wasps. Damsel bugs are also beneficial and you should encourage them in your garden. Natural means of pest control are...
One family of vegetables that has been proven to be very healthy and nutritious is the cruciferous family. These vegetables are all rich in different nutrients. Cruciferous veggies belong to the Brassicaceae family of...
Not only are fruit flies a nuisance, but these pesky little insects seem to appear out of nowhere. They are attracted to the smell of ripening fruits and can cause a lot of frustration when they invade your kitchen...
Eliminating harmful insects and crop destroyers without adversely affecting beneficial predators and pollinators has been an important consideration in organic farming. Green lacewings are a very effective natural aid...
After emerging from their eggs, cabbage worms instantly start feeding on surrounding plant parts. They’ll go after crops like broccoli, kale, cauliflower, lettuce, Brussels sprouts, and cabbage. As a result, it is...
It is easy to understand why some marigolds are popular pot plants. They add bright orange and yellow splashes to patios, porches, and verandas. Besides that, there are many advantages to planting them in and around the...
In recent years, spotted lanternflies have started to spread across agriculture and other industries. Infestations began to be a problem in Pennsylvania in 2014 [1]. These prettily marked, colorful insects are so...
For those seeking organic gardening products, Arbico Organics is the go-to online supplier. They sell a wide range of growing supplies, pest control, and weed control products. The 20th century saw major developments in...
The modest earthworm and its nutrient-rich castings (vermicast) have numerous benefits in producing healthy soil, plants, and crops [1]. Belonging to the phylum Annelida, earthworms were once considered lowly and...