by Erin Marissa Russell Ready to find out about snails versus slugs? These little creatures that can wreak such havoc in the garden share a lot of similarities, but they have plenty of differences as well. Keep on reading to find out more. Snails and slugs are both part of … [Read more...]
Where Do Slugs Come From at Night?
By Erin Marissa Russell Ever wondered where slugs come from at night? Trying to keep your garden safe from slugs can be maddening. It seems like each night, these mollusks launch an invasion to munch on your garden’s tastiest, tenderest leaves. We’ll tell you about where slugs … [Read more...]
How to Protect Seedlings from Slugs and Snails
By Erin Marissa Russell Seasoned gardeners know what a threat slugs and snails can present to a carefully tended garden, and a struggle against these mollusks when your plants are seedlings or new shoots can be especially damaging. Luckily, there are steps you can take to … [Read more...]
7 Gardening Danger Signs, and the Pests that Cause Them
Your well loved and stunning garden can speak to you – if you know her language. Foliage, fruit and even soil conditions can communicate with “Danger” signs. Pay attention and watch for these. 1) Holes in foliage Smaller holes (almost like buckshot marks) mean flea beetles … [Read more...]