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How to help in the fight against destructive pests that threaten the nation’s food supply, forests, and natural resources. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The USDA is on a mission to stop invasive and hungry pests that can threaten and devastate agriculture, livelihoods, and food security. Some things you can do to help include: Familiarizing yourself with the …
The warning about invasive and destructive pests and why the Ag Department is asking for your help this month. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has declared April “Invasive Plant Pest and Disease Awareness Month. And, it needs everyone’s help fighting against invasive pests that pose a threat to the nation’s …
How to spot, stop, and prevent some destructive pests in your garden. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Armyworms are pesky pests that eat grass, vegetables, and ornamentals, destroying entire plants quickly. Armyworms aren’t worms. They’re the caterpillars of several moth species. The markings are hard to distinguish and tell apart from other larvae species. There are several …
Some common diseases to watch for when growing asparagus. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. When growing asparagus, there are a number of common diseases to watch for. Rust, is one of them and presents several symptoms depending on the season. The easiest way to prevent rust is to cut back the ferns as they die over the …
Some floor options to consider for your chicken coop. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Whether you decide to build your own chicken coop or buy one already constructed from the store, there are many considerations to keep in mind. Including choosing the right type of floor. Choosing a floor for your chicken coop raises health, sanitation, and …
Some easy herb and house plant varieties to grow hydroponically. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. If you’d like to try the no-soil zero maintenance method of growing herbs and plants hydroponically, here are some easy varieties to start with. For herbs, choose Mint, Oregano, Basil, Rosemary, Lavender, and Sage. For growing houseplants hydroponically, try English Ivy, Philodendron, Coleus, …
How to get started growing houseplants hydroponically. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. There are a handful of herbs and houseplants that can grow hydroponically, meaning they can survive without potting soil, in just a vase full of water. To get started, pick a plant that you know will root in water and cut off a section just below …
A zero-maintenance method for growing houseplants. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. There are no-soil and zero maintenance methods for anyone wanting to grow houseplants… growing them hydroponically. And, there are more than a dozen of herbs and plants that can survive without potting soil, and as easily in just a vase full of water. Not only is this dirt-free …
Things you should be planting right now to kick off spring gardening. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Whether you’re dabbling with cool-annuals or want to start a veggie garden, right now is the right time to be getting some things in the ground. Early, cool-loving annuals will add a fresh pop of color to any garden, and they’re …
Some lawn care tasks you should do for springtime care. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. There are several things you should do to get ready for the best-looking lawn this season. As temperatures warm and days lengthen, you should watch your watering. By going easier on the irrigation, you force the roots to dig for water. That’s …
