What you need to know about hornworms

How To Identify Hornworm From Other Similar Worms?

One summer, while taking a morning garden walk, I noticed one of my tomato plants missing its top growth. It looked like something had devoured it to a skinny stem. After a thorough inspection, I noticed three unfamiliar-looking caterpillars. I picked them up and squashed them, thinking that was the end. The following day, I …

impact pf gardening on health

How To Maintain A Texas Summer Garden?

Summer is the most extended season in Texas. When the month of July ends, we know the gardener knows he is midway through the season. This time of the season, the garden needs some attention to keep it going till fall. In this post, I will be sharing essential garden chores to maintain your mid-summer …

How to deal with aphids in the garden?

How To Deal With Aphids in The Kitchen Garden?

Aphids top the list of summer garden pests. They can cause severe damage to host plants, weakening them and reducing production. Gardeners have difficulty controlling them once an infestation sets foot in the garden. Let’s go step by step and learn how to deal with aphids in the garden and maybe get rid of them. …

How to deal with powdery mildew in the garden

How to Deal With Powdery Mildew In The Garden?

It’s July, and it has been raining abundantly in Austin, central Texas. As a result, many gardeners notice white spots on summer crops such as squash, cucumbers, and zinnias. Most likely, that is powdery mildew. Unfortunately, it is a fungal disease that spreads rapidly, turning the garden into an ugly mess. Fortunately, there are ways …