Looking for ways to stop squash bugs from taking over your garden plants? The pesky insects can cause devastating results to your plants in no time at all – and all but ruin a harvest! Contrary to what the name says, squash bugs affect more than just your squash plants. In fact, in addition to …
When you plant basil right alongside your tomato plants – amazing things happen! Not only will it help you have healthier and more productive tomato plants – it might even make your tomatoes taste better too! So what exactly is companion planting? In a nutshell, companion planting is the art of growing plants that can …
Looking for safe and effective ways to protect your plants from grasshoppers? Grasshoppers are herbivores that feed on the leaves, foliage, fruit, and stems of plants as well as grasses. They prefer a terrain that is warm, dry, and full of low-lying plants and grasses – making your garden space the perfect target. They typically …
The praying mantis might look a little intimidating at first, but they are the perfect beneficial insect to attract to your garden space! While they are technically called “mantids,” most individuals know this insect as the specific species name “mantis.” Praying mantises are carnivorous insects that feast on all sorts of garden pests and insects, …