Common causes are insect activity, adverse weather conditions, nutrient deficiencies, and disease. These spots are predominantly white and have a variety of textures and sizes on tomato leaves. Tomatoes are grown nearly...
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Using Newspaper to Kill Weeds: The Scoop
Who would have thought that something as simple newspaper can be used as a mulch to control weeds [1]. Some gardeners will do just about anything to avoid hand pulling and using toxic herbicides. That’s where...
26 Cool Weather Crops for a Good Harvest
There are many crops that thrive well in the cool season [1]. In fact, quite a few of them can be harvested in fall and winter, including beets. What’s more, some of these can not only withstand winter (including...
15 Natural Ways to Get Rid of Earwigs
They have wings, but they hardly ever fly, and large pincers in the back. Male earwigs have pincers that are more curved than females. Most are beneficial as they feed on the bad guys, but a large infestation can...
11 Natural Ways to Get Rid of Colorado Potato Beetle (Potato Bug)
Once you spot one adult, the fight is on. The Colorado potato beetle is known simply as potato bug. They are talked about as being the vilest pest for potato plants to be infested with [1], so it’s vital that you...
15 Erosion Examples and How to Prevent Them
People can cause or increase the potential of the different types of erosion [1]. In addition to moving rock particles and soil, debris and chemicals can also be moved, causing buildups in low areas. Often confused with...
Good and Bad Companion Plants for Peppers
When pairing the right companion plants with your sweet and hot peppers, the benefits are well worth the work. With the right guidance and some dedication, you could be harvesting your very own freshly grown bell...
10 Natural Ways to Get Rid of Kissing Bugs (Triatominae)
These insects go through an almost complete transformation before becoming adults. Kissing bugs are harmful to humans and some animals; therefore, getting rid of them is vital. Kissing bugs are from a subfamily called...
10 Benefits of Ladybugs (Coccinellidae) and How to Attract Them
Known in most countries as ladybugs, these lovelies are not bugs. Scientists list them as beetles, so their proper names are lady beetles or ladybird beetles. Ladybugs are found in the Coccinellidae family, class...
Opossum Facts and Garden Benefits
The Americas are home to the Common and Virginia opossum. They are good to have around because they provide many benefits to your yard and garden. Opossums are the largest order order of marsupial in the Western...