…we might see some botrytis. Botrytis is a big one for grapes and sometimes you can have spring botrytis, which can cause flower blight during bloom which would affect the…
Common Diseases that Pose a Threat to Your Strawberry Crop
Some common diseases that pose a threat to your Strawberry crop. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Reddish-brown spots of angular leaf spot. Credit: University of Florida, GCREC…
Almond Matters: Getting Ahead of Pest Infestations with Dormant Sprays
…or 12 hours of rain-free period after the application to get the best results out of them,” Clay explained. “But really until bloom and leaf out you can have highly…
Ways to Make Autumn Leaves Work for the Garden
…and are a great fertilizer for your lawn. You could leave your leaves for many pollinators that rely on leaf matter for warmth and protection during harsh winters. Animals such…
Add This Nutritional Powerhouse to Your Garden
…store shelves, go with flat leaf. The leaves are smooth which makes this type of spinach easy to clean. Spinach needs full sun, but you can still get a great…
Agronomic Minute: Getting Ahead of Walnut Blight
…dealing with a history of walnut blight in their orchards are likely well-versed in making preparations to combat any damage. The pathogen that causes walnut blight can overwinter in between…
Houseplants that May be Tough to Grow but Worth it
…that require a little extra work on your part, but will reward you with beauty are: Moth Orchid, Croton, Tradescantia, Elephant’s Ear, Fiddle-Leaf Fig Tree, Bird’s Nest Fern and Boston…
New Alfalfa Pest Found in Low Desert Area
…the low desert,” Barman explained. After sending the samples off for testing, “it was confirmed that this is the pest we suspected called ‘alfalfa leaftier.’ And this is entirely new…
Snake Plant is the Popular Houseplant for Beginners
…little maintenance required to make snake plants happy. Wipe leaves frequently to prevent dust from building up: be careful not to damage the leaf tips or the damaged leaf will…
Large Shrub or Small Tree Needing to Be on Every Gardeners Wish List
…suffer from leaf scorch. Listen to Cathy Isom’s This Land of Ours program here. Large Shrub or Small Tree Needing to Be on Every Gardeners Wish List Sponsored Content Let’s…
Philodendron: Planting and Caring for this Iconic Houseplant
…houseplant that is hard to kill, Philodendrons are perfect for the houseplant growing beginner! Philodendrons, otherwise known as sweetheart plants and heart-leaf, grow naturally in tropical rainforest environments. They suit…
Hanging Baskets for Vertical Vegetable Farming?
…grow upwards, but the plant itself doesn’t mind drooping those vines below. There are lots of loose-leaf varieties of lettuce and cabbages that’ll love it in a basket that gets…
Pests That Can Plague Your Corn Crop
Some pests that can plague your corn crop. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Rotten Corn Pinterest Wireworm Pinterest Corn Kernel Germination Pinterest Corn Cutworms Pinterest Corn Leaf…
Common Diseases to Look Out for to Protect the Citrus Crop
…halo-like lesions on the fruits, leaves, and twigs on the tree. If left to spread, citrus canker causes leaf loss, blemished fruits, and even the death of the tree. Greasy…