Monthly Archives: September 2010

It’s Called ‘Virginia Creeper’ for a Reason

Posted on September 25, 2010 by

Often mistaken for poison ivy or poison oak, there is nothing poisonous about the Virginia Creeper, other than its ability to spread like wildfire throughout your yard in a matter of months if not handled properly. My backyard is a … Continue reading →

Posted in Garden Maintenance | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | 3 Comments

Treatment for Grub Worms

Posted on September 21, 2010 by

I recently wrote a post on those awful summer pests, Japanese Beetles. As I mentioned, these iridescent little critters come from our friends the white grub worms (as do other pesky beetles like the June Bug), and Japanese Beetles are … Continue reading →

Posted in Pest Control | Tagged , , , , , | 1 Comment

How to Harvest Rain Water for Your Garden

Posted on September 9, 2010 by

Everyone is looking for ways to save money these days. It can be rather expensive to water your flower and vegetable gardens on a regular basis, especially after that hot and dry August weather we had recently. However, if you’ll … Continue reading →

Posted in Garden Maintenance, Water | Tagged , , , , | Leave a comment

The Slime on Slugs

Posted on September 6, 2010 by

I remember when I was a kid and didn’t know any better and picked up a slug….EEEWWW!! It was so nasty and the slime wouldn’t wipe off!! I’m so glad my mom was close by because she knew to use … Continue reading →

Posted in Pest Control | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Types of Ants

Posted on September 1, 2010 by

In my previous post I covered general information on ants – those minuscule little pests that raid the sugar bowl. This post will cover specific types of ants, including their appearance, preferred foods, nesting and mating habits and treatment recommendations. … Continue reading →

Posted in Pest Control | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | 1 Comment