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Garden Pests
The term 'garden pest' generally refers to whatever is not wanted in the garden. Specifically, it tends to include destructive bacteria and fungi; invasive plants; and voracious bugs, birds and animals. Questions typically refer to a pest's characteristic presence, potential damage, and timely control.
391 Questions
What pests do you get growing garden peas?
Arachnids, insects, mammals, molluscs, and worms are the pests which gardeners may get when growing peas. Slugs and snails count among the most common mollusc pests whereas field, house, and wood mice, nematodes, and two-spotted spider mites (Tetranychus urticae) respectively represent the most persistent predatory arachnids, worms, and mammals. The largest category is filled with such insects as cowpea curculio (Chalcodermus aeneus), cutworms (moth larvae), pea aphids (Acyrthosiphon pisum), pea leaf miners (Liriomyza huidobrensis), pea leaf weevils (Sitona lineata), pea moths (Cydia nigricana), and pea thrips (Kakothrips pisivorus).
What is 'Broken April' in Albanian?
"Prilli i thyer" is an Albanian equivalent of "Broken April."
The Albanian and the English phrases are the respective original and translated titles of a novel by Albanian author and poet Ismail Kadare (b. January 28, 1936). The novel carries a publicaton date of 1978. Its main subject is the continued existence of blood feuds among Albania's rural clans.
Specifically, the novel follows the last days of the fictional main character Gyorg Berisha. Berisha's premeditated murder halfway through the month of April brings to a chilling end a longstanding blood feud between two families. The reason for the feud's end is the lack of anyone left to avenge Berisha's death.
What is the energy content of peanuts?
Peanuts are an extremely energy dense food. They contain around 600 calories per 100 g. This is even higher than a Krispy Kreme donut which has 385 cal / 100 g.
How do you fertilize a tangerine tree?
Three times a year for the entire life of the tree is how tangerine trees (Citrus x tangerina) are fertilized.
Specifically, tangerine trees accept fertilizer treatments with the start of new growth in February and then in May and in September. They benefit from one cup of ammonium sulfate or special citrus tree fertilizer at each of the three fertilizer sessions in the first year. The amount is increased to two cups each in the second year, three each in the third, four each in the fourth, etc.
What are the ways of planting?
Extensive or intensive, indoors or outdoors, and non-soil or soil are ways of planting. Extensive planting needs more space than intensive cultivation.
What worm tracks on pumpkin leaves look like they are inside the leaves not on the surfaces?
These are the tunnels of leaf miner an insect grub that lives between the skin layers of the leaf and eats it's way around until it emerges as an adult.
What is the Latin 'vanitas vanitatum' in English?
"Vanity of vanities" is an English equivalent of "vanitas vanitatum."
Few natural enemies prey upon elder bugs since their populations suffer few major disease or predatory threats. Spiders are considered minor predators while birds fail to feed in any significant numbers, probably due to the ability of the bugs to emit an offensive odor.
What type of pest eats raspberry leaves?
Arachnids and insects are types of pests that eat raspberry leaves. Spider mites and raspberry fruit worms serve as respective examples of an arachnid and an insect. Bacteria, fungi, and viruses also will be found creating such havoc as invertebrates and vertebrates so the list may be extended to included mosaic viral disease, powdery mildew, raspberry leaf curl virus, spur blight, and verticillium wilt.
Yes, gherkins (Cucumis sativus L. [Gherkin]) can be grown.
Specifically, plant gherkin seeds vertically, in groups of 6, about one-half inch down in 3-4 inch (7.62 - 10.16 centimeter) pots in early spring. The seeds grow best if they are planted within a one inch (2.54 centimeter) layer of compost that tops the potted soil. Keep the temperatures at 60 degrees F/15.5 degrees C. Water just enough to keep the first inch (2.54 centimeters) of soil moist but not waterlogged. Do not set the plants or plant outside until after the last frost date. Pick once the gherkins reach their desired length of 4 inches (10.16 centimeters), no later than 90 days after planting.
What bug will eat a poppy plant?
Aphids, hoplia beetles, spittlebugs and true bugs eat poppy plants. The flowering plants in question (Papaver genus) prove less vulnerable to the above-mentioned predatory feeders when such cultivation requirements as full sun, light fertilizer applications and well-drained soil are adhered to. The same situation will obtain in protecting poppy plants from attacks by down and powdery mildews, grey molds. Rhizoctonia root disease and tomato spotted wilt viruses as well as from nutrient and water-logging disorders and water deficits.
How do you get rid of cutworms?
Cutworms can quickly eat their way through your favorite plants. To get rid of them, spray your plants with insecticide or pick the worms off and drop them in a bucket of soapy water to drown.
Is organic food only for wealthy people?
It's usually a bit more expensive, but apart from that, it's for everyone who can afford it, and who thinks avoiding chemicals in farming as much as possible is a good idea.
How do you keep rabbits from eating your watermelon plants?
build a fence
Eat the rabbits.
ummm ewwww
u don't eat rabbits that's disgusting
just put the plant somewhere else like a kitchen table or something
A Jack Russell terrier around the garden is ideal in conjunction with the first and second answers. The kitchen table is a no go for the watermelons but ideal for the rabbits.
Yes, grubs can be good for gardens. They give structure and texture to soil by opening up air and water pore spaces through their underground activities. They may add to nutrient availability and soil fertility through their decomposing bodies and serve as prey within food chains.
Does liquid Sevin kill tomato lice?
No, liquid Sevin does not kill tomato lice.
Specifically, the term tomato lice designates aphids. Liquid Sevin has the active ingredient carbaryl. Aphids may be controlled by insecticides which contain the active ingredients acephate, chlorpyrifos, or malathion.
How do ants get into corn stalks?
Crawling or hatching is the way in which ants get into corn stalks. The insects in question (Formicidae family) may crawl over any edible or ornamental plant's above- or below-ground body parts. They also may hatch from eggs whose health and security are deemed best served by depositing in such unexpected places as corn stalks.
Do coffee grounds keep rabbits out of gardens?
Yes, coffee grounds keep rabbits out of gardens, according to anecdotal, not scientifically researched, gardening. The leptorids in question prefer to avoid harsh textures and strong smells. Fresh coffee grounds tend to reinforce acidic power of hydrogen (pH) while unwashed grounds will lower soil pH and used grounds will function neutrally.
Is Wandering Jew poisonous or toxic to animals or people?
Wandering Jew (Tradescantia spp.,) has been found to be poisonous to cattle, according to an old article in the Agricultural Gazette of New South Wales (June 1977, 88 (3); no link available), as well as Kate Blood's book Environmental Weeds: A Field Guide for SE Australia (2001). Nitrates have been associated with cases of sudden death in cattle that happened to consume this plant. It is also toxic to sheep if they consume the leaves. The same effects have not found to be similar in goats, toxicity being lower in Caprine animals than in Ovines or Bovines. Pigs, cats and chickens are also tolerant to this plant, with no toxicity effects found in them. With horses, it has been seen to cause eczema on their muzzles.
The poisoning level for humans and dogs is dermatitis (lowest on poisonous scale); it can cause skin rashes, irritations or in some cases allergies if a particular area is exposed to this plant. There is some speculation that it could be due to the calcium oxalate raphides (or calcium oxalate crystals) in the sap that causes such irritation reactions.
Why is organic food better than non-organic?
Organic food is better than non-organic because it contains more nutrients.
Would soap and water get rid of blight?
No, soap and water does not get rid of blight. It may do so in combination with baking soda, depending upon what edible plant is blighted. It serves to improve the sanitation which discourages bacteria, fungi and viruses and to kill soft-bodied insects which may vector diseases which aggravate the fungus in question.
Which structure protects the plant body against the invasion of parasites?
The cell wall of plant cells primarily protects the plant body against the invasion of parasites. It provides structural support and acts as a physical barrier, making it difficult for parasites to penetrate the plant cells. Additionally, some plants have specialized cells, such as trichomes or thorns, that can further deter parasitic invaders.
