Latest articles by Shelley Pierce
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Basil Plant History: What Are The Historical Uses For Basil
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10 Foolproof Foliage Plants Anyone Can Grow Inside
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Learn About Safflower History And Uses
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Scabiosa Plant History: Learn About Heirloom Scabiosa Plants
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Top 10 Questions About Watering Gardens
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Asbestos In The Garden: What Should You Do?
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What Is Breadfruit: Where Does Breadfruit Come From
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Garlic Plant History: Learn About The Origins Of Garlic And Its Uses
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Autumn Garden Allergies – Common Plants That Cause Fall Allergies
If you are one of the 40 million Americans who suffer from seasonal allergies, then it’s helpful to know what the triggers for these allergies are so you avoid them. So, what are some plants that cause fall allergies? Click this article to learn more about allergies in autumn.
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Carrot Leaf Spot Treatment: Learn About Cercospora Leaf Blight In Carrots
When leaf spots or lesions start to appear, you may be uncertain how to identify the leaf blight or how to quell its spread, especially in carrots. What is the proper carrot leaf spot treatment? The answer lies in this article. Click here to learn more.
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Charcoal Rot Treatment – Managing Cucurbits With Charcoal Rot Disease
One fateful day, ‘charcoal’ took on a different meaning when I my cantaloupes had developed charcoal rot. My fond memories of charcoal were just as tainted as my cantaloupe plants. So what is charcoal rot disease, you ask? Click this article to learn more.
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Treating Blight On Okra Plants: Recognizing Southern Blight In Okra Crops
There are times when even the most ardent lover of okra is left with a bad taste in their mouth – and that is when there is blight on okra plants in the garden. Just what is okra southern blight and how do you treat okra with southern blight? Click here to find out.
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What Is An Irish Potato – Learn About The History Of Irish Potatoes
The Irish Potato Famine is a harrowing time in history and some of you may not want to know more about Irish potato information, but it is important to learn about the history of Irish potatoes so it is not repeated. So, what is an Irish potato anyways? Click here to learn more.
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Are Mesquite Trees Edible: Learn About Mesquite Pod Uses
If someone were to mention "mesquite" to me, my thoughts immediately turn to the mesquite wood used for grilling and barbecuing. But is there more to mesquite beyond the grill? Can you eat mesquite? Are mesquite trees edible?" Click here to find out.
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Thrips And Pollination: Is Pollination By Thrips Possible
Did you know that thrips spread more than just disease? That?s right - they do have a redeeming quality! Thrips are actually helpful too, as pollinating thrips can help spread pollen. Learn more about thrips and pollination in this article.
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Spruce Needle Rust Control – How To Treat Spruce Needle Rust
Are needles on the ends of spruce branches turning yellow, with the bottom branches most severely affected? It could be spruce needle rust symptoms. What is spruce needle rust, you ask? Click this article to learn more and discover how to treat spruce needle rust.
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Cabbage Mosaic Virus – Learn About Mosaic Virus In Cabbage Plants
Mosaic virus affects brassica crops such as turnips, broccoli, cauliflower, and brussels sprouts, just to name a few. But what about cabbage? There is also mosaic virus in cabbage. Let’s take a closer look at cabbages with mosaic virus in this article.
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Compost vs. Humus: Why Is Humus Important In The Garden
One myth that we need to stop feeding or circulating is the one where we declare that compost is humus. So "what is the difference between humus and compost?" and "how is humus used in gardens?" you ask? Click here to get the dirt about compost vs. humus.
