I have never hated a pest quite as much as the Squash Borer, Melittia cucurbitae. They are not just simple annoying garden pests. They are the epitome of evil that cause total destruction and death of otherwise perfectly beautiful, productive plants. These loathsome black and red flying insects will lay eggs on squash plants around... Continue Reading →
What Do You Grow for Money? How Do You Get Your Kicks?; Backyard Gardening Economics Part 1
There are many great reasons for growing food in your own yard: flavor, aesthetics, health, environmental, and sometimes cost. We all like to think that the hard work we put into our gardens will be rewarded with bountiful harvests of perfect produce that will lower our grocery bills. But, that may not always be the... Continue Reading →