One of the great things about living in our century is that there are pest-control products available that are non-toxic for you and your family. Horticultural oil is one of them. It’s a safe, time-tested practice that’s been around far longer than today’s...
Q: Someone told me that if you get rid of grubs you’ll get rid of moles. He suggested applying a treatment to kill grubs. Your thoughts? A: He’s right about grubs…at least up to a point. It’s true that moles feed on grubs. It makes sense that by removing the...
Q: Yesterday, I found a male black widow hanging out on our back door. (I confirmed this with a friend who is a doctor at Perdue University doing something with insects – sadly, don’t know her super professional title). My friend suggested strongly that we...
Q: What do you recommend to stop deer and rabbits from eating everything in your yard? They are eating hostas, azaleas, roses, even some potted plants on the deck! I don’t want to trap them or kill them—just repel ‘em. Any thoughts? A: Never an easy task! Hungry...
Q: On a mission to reduce the impact of the deer and just had a long chat with a biologist at the Dept of Fisheries and Game. Guess what he claims is by far the most effective home remedy? Coyote pee! He mixes it with mineral oil and sprays all his plants about once a...
