Bring Your Garden to Life This Fall

Bring Your Garden to Life This Fall Summer Has Taken A Toll August is often our least favorite month when it comes to inviting people to visit the garden. Late summer is a time when the life in the garden has been depleted from months of heat and lack of rainfall. Brutal temperatures cause earthworms to wither, and the hot sun has

Bring Your Garden to Life This Fall2024-08-23T06:46:23-07:00

FIRE ANTS — THE HOLY GRAIL OF TREATMENTS PART 2

FIRE ANTS — THE HOLY GRAIL OF TREATMENTS PART 2 ...Unexpected — and Wonderful — Consequences Marlis had struggled for years with fire ants. How could she control these aggressive, persistent, painfully-biting ants without using toxic chemicals in the garden and yard, where her children and pets roamed and played? Acting on a recommendation from a friend, she discovered the natural, highly

FIRE ANTS — THE HOLY GRAIL OF TREATMENTS PART 22024-07-17T10:36:02-07:00

FIRE ANTS — THE HOLY GRAIL OF TREATMENTS PART 1

FIRE ANTS — THE HOLY GRAIL OF TREATMENTS PART 1 Marlis, an experienced gardening enthusiast, relocated from Southern California to Texas about twenty years ago. She was excited to have a larger space to plant the garden of her dreams. Today, gorgeous trellises support her climbing tomatoes and cucumbers. The spacious green lawn stretches from the house to the Texas hills, providing

FIRE ANTS — THE HOLY GRAIL OF TREATMENTS PART 12024-06-13T13:39:15-07:00

CASTINGS — A MAGIC SPELL FOR SOIL HEALTH

Darwin was writing about the humble but mighty earthworm.   CASTINGS — A MAGIC SPELL FOR SOIL HEALTH Earthworm castings (a fancy word for worm poop) can best be described as Mother Nature’s super-food; they energize your plants and provide a suit of armor against harmful pests. Used for centuries by growers, worm castings have long been recognized as a most

CASTINGS — A MAGIC SPELL FOR SOIL HEALTH2024-01-24T14:47:55-07:00

CELEBRATE POLLINATORS – AND PROTECT THEM

CELEBRATE POLLINATORS — AND PROTECT THEM Critically important to the plants we depend on, and increasingly jeopardized by human activities, pollinators deserve everyone’s support. National Pollinator Week, which in 2023 runs from June 19 to June 25, is an annual event dedicated to helping make that happen. Around the world, events and educational initiatives throughout the week shine a spotlight on the essential contributions of

CELEBRATE POLLINATORS – AND PROTECT THEM2023-06-13T08:12:33-07:00

THE AMAZING PRAYING MANTIS

A CLOSER LOOK AT THE AMAZING PRAYING MANTIS! The dating habits of the Praying Mantis may seem unconventional. Successful suitors are literally losing their heads over these sultry sirens of the garden. Every year, we premier our own version of “The Praying Mantis Bachelorette”, where we spotlight one lovely lady as she considers a host of hopefuls - one of whom will… win? Um,

THE AMAZING PRAYING MANTIS2024-01-24T10:48:21-07:00

GETTING TO KNOW MASON BEES

Organic Control has brought natural and organic gardening to families in the form of ladybugs, worms, praying mantis and lacewings for over 40 years. The newest sensation is simply one as old as time itself. FAQs ON MASON BEES What are Mason Bees? Did you know that bees are responsible for one of every three bites of food we eat? Those

GETTING TO KNOW MASON BEES2024-01-24T10:50:36-07:00

FLEA CONTROL…WITHOUT CHEMICALS

Laura used to have a big problem. She had a dog, Bingley. A mostly indoor dog, Bingley was a frequent visitor to their backyard. Bingley loved having a chance to run around a bit outside before he did his business and headed back inside. She also had a cat, Jasmine. Jasmine hadn’t set foot outside since Laura had brought her home as a kitten,

FLEA CONTROL…WITHOUT CHEMICALS2024-01-24T10:53:02-07:00

SPRINGTIME SPECIALISTS

Memorial Day weekend is nearly upon us. What is the best way protect the gardens you planted during this “shelter in place” season? And, what about those “murder hornets” that are starting to make headlines? Here is the answer to your questions. Build an army! Here’s what you need to know about Praying Mantids, a natural enemy of the hornet. Another Guardian of

SPRINGTIME SPECIALISTS2024-01-24T10:54:24-07:00

INTEGRATED PEST MANAGEMENT: THE POWER OF BENEFICIAL BUGS

INTEGRATED PEST MANAGEMENT: THE POWER OF BENEFICIAL BUGS It’s no surprise to many people that relying heavily on pesticides, fungicides and other chemicals to beautify your garden is a less-than-ideal strategy when you’re also concerned about the well-being of your family and pets. There’s also reason to be concerned about the long-term effects these substances may have as they work their way

INTEGRATED PEST MANAGEMENT: THE POWER OF BENEFICIAL BUGS2024-01-24T10:55:30-07:00
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