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The tiniest critters can be the biggest pain in the you-know-what when it comes to your body and your garden. The mere fact that they are sooo small does not help to discover them in time. That kind of goes for most of the members of the Order ACARI – a huge range of critters such as Bird mites, Follicle mites (we all have them in our eyelashes), chiggers, scabies mites, ticks and —of course— plant mites. A week or two ago I discovered the very first Acari on Julie's Frangipani bush in the glasshouse. Just a few innocent little acari, known as two-spotted spider mites with the elegant scientific name of Tetranychus urticae. Literally a couple of days ago I discovered this: Massive “spider webs” made from the smallest and softest silk on the planet. All strands very close together, keeping the inhabitants safe from whatever may be mite predators. Spider mites are often a real pain in the warmer areas of the garden – especially the glasshouse, tunnel house, and very sheltered areas with warm sunlight. Their trouble-making is very simple: damage the tiny cells on leaves by rasping, and remove the moisture inside those plant cells. That leaves the cells without their contents, and they simply dry out. The most important stuff they grab is the green chlorophyll that's inside those cells; those cells will be filled with air, thereby becoming bleached, light yellow and grey. Spider mites use the massive silken constructions as easy runways to get from leaf to leaf and partner to partner. Their numbers increase rapidly, and the damage follows… Once you have had a close look at the leaves, the silk and the runways, you'll find the little scrapers: 4 pairs of legs, a few dots on their body, and some movement. Once you spot them it pays to have a go at controlling these vast colonies before they really cause severe damage. Organic control can be achieved via Yates' fatty acid spray (NatraSoap). That stuff works on tiny critters with a sensitive skin. An alternative: Neem Oil or Conqueror Oil. Repeat sprays are recommended to catch the tiny babies after they come out of their eggs. Biological Control is another way to reduce the population. Phytoseiulus persimilis is available from BioForce Ltd, who sells the product Mite-E™. It's a parasitic mite that eats the eggs of the spider mites and even the juveniles and adults of that pest. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
White fluffy pests – Mealybugs One of the rottenest pests gardeners can get on their plants are Pseudococcuslongispinus, or any of its close relatives. Longispinusis derived from the word meaning “with a long spine or tail” – so we're talking about the Long-Tailed Mealybug. To identify these insects, you'll need good eyesight. The way to start your identification is to look for dense, white patches of silkall over your plants, especially over the leaves and on the stems. If you scrape off the fluffy white deposits, you'll get to the insects hiding underneath that fluff. Big ones and smaller ones all living together out of the rain and out of the sun. 1-4mm in size. They eat a massive range of plants, both edibles and ornamentals. The spines and tails give the game away – there are also droplets of honeydew in amongst the mix. These insects feed by plumbing their mouthparts into the veins of the plants where they extract honeydew, a sweet sap that contains Nitrogen which makes the young bugs grow. Ah! Yes … the group of sap-sucking bugs is the only invertebrate cohort that can be called “Bugs” in the naming game of Entomology! They ingest the sap and poop out honeydew. But their numbers and activities on your plants are debilitating for the plants, causing yellowing and ill-thrift, plus black sooty mould all over the place. Control is difficult: the white, fluffy, silky stuff makes the bugs waterproof. Water-based sprays cannot penetrate through their skin, unless you use some systemic insecticide that is taken up by the plants. Groventive is such a systemic spray but read the label and you find it cannot be used on edible crops! Conquerer Oil and Neem Oil are non-systemic treatments that will give the immature Mealybugs a run for their money (suffocation and inhabit their feeding from the plant). But it will require regular spraying (once a week) until all bugs have starved to death or suffocated. Thoroughly cover the infested plant – and don't forget the underside of the leaves too!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Welcome to the KSL Greenhouse show! Join hosts Maria Shilaos and Taun Beddes as they talk about all things plants, tackle your toughest gardening questions, and offer tips that can help you maintain a beautiful yard. Listen on Saturdays from 8am to 11am at 102.7 FM, 1160 AM, kslnewsradio.com, or on the KSL NewsRadio app. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram at @kslgreenhouse. Happy planting! #KSLGreenhouse Guest: Nate Porter, Executive Director of The Beaumont Assisted Living and Memory Care 8:05 Plant of the week: Hawthorn Tree 8:20 Is there any hope that my dwarf euonymus and rose bush will survive the winter if they’ve been pruned? Can I deadhead the last blooms of my roses, or is it okay to cut off the dead blooms on my roses? How long do I keep watering the reseeded portion of my lawn? Would a Heritage Oak be a good choice for replacing a large shade tree? 8:35 How does snowmelt impact park strips? Does the newly approved hybrid Bermuda grass do well in clay soil? 8:50 Is it okay if I can only find a tan tree wrap for my eastern redbud? When and how should I prune peonies? Is it still a good time to apply Neem Oil to fruit trees and, if so, is it just one application until spring?
Growing tomatoes is one of the big hobbies of New Zealanders, especially males! It's great to have a go at these fruit – there are many many varieties too and everybody has their favourite ones. But there are some problems that can occur, whether you're raising them in an open garden bed, or in a tunnel house Tomato – (potato) thrips are a nuisance; they got here a few decades ago and will attack Solanaceous plants (potatoes, tomatoes, nightshades, poroporo, and such weeds) Tomato thrips adults and nymphs I used to get heaps of them when growing tomatoes in Auckland, but in CHC they seem to be prevalent only in autumn (takes longer to develop plague proportions); My best preventative action is to pull Solanum weeds out everywhere. It prevents them from settling on these hosts and survive during winter. When you have a hassle: spray the plants with oil (Conqueror Oil or Neem Oil) on a regular basis (every 10 days or so); aim for the newer leaves/growth on the tomato plants. Sprays with insecticides need to commence well before you see the first psyllids; it keeps their populations down too. I generally don't grow potatoes (only the early season varieties of potatoes (before Xmas) Blossom End Rot on Tomatoes has always been translated as a deficiency of calcium. Apparently that is a myth in itself; it has more to do with the inability of the plant to transport calcium through the plant. Gibberellins appear to be playing an important role in that job and most NZ soils are not deficient in calcium; so: try some fertilisers with gibberellic acid (Seafood Soup/Seaweed Tea!) Often the first tomatoes of the season show some Blossom End Rot. With settling temps and regular fertilisation/watering these symptoms often disappear. Early Blight and Late Blight on stems and leaves can move pretty quickly through the plants. Here comes the watering again!!! Only water the soil (NOT the leaves); remove the lower leaves as soon as practicable, so they don't drag on the moist soil and get infected. Underwatering also helps in this matter: keep the area drier; make sure the wind/air movement can dry the plants and stems quickly. If you have persistent hassles with blight: keep a regular fungicide treatment going Passionvine hoppers (Scolypopa australis) I call them fluffy bums – as their “nylon-filament tails” are prominent features (of course these tails are made from fine waxy material!) Photo / Supplied They suck sap from a wide variety of host plants, often climbers (Wisteria, Passionfruit vines) and Perennials (salvia, Hydrangeas, Camellia, you name it!!) Sap-sucking is their big impact on garden plants – sometimes they debilitate their host, pooping honeydew all over the place and that creates a deposit of sooty mould, like with some many sap-sucking insects in the garden Slowly they grow larger and larger shedding skins along their journey (moulting), until they reach adulthood in summer: Moth-like insects with delta-shaped wings, showing prominent vein-markings; they, too, suck plant sap These insects have the ability to jump quickly and far and the adult passionvine hoppers also flick and fly very smartly… avoiding the insecticides you may want to spray at them!! They are impossible to spray with insecticides. But the fluffy bums might still be reduced in numbers in spring, when they are still young: On a wind-still morning, grab an aerosol can with simple fly spray and create an insecticidal mist around those densely-packed groupings of young and impressionable fluffybums; they may try to “jump away from danger”, but won't be able to succeed. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Spring: everything wakes up. All sorts of creepy crawlies are gunning for your crops and sometimes we need to be ahead of the game. Apples have stopped flowering and the smallest beginnings of the fruit are on your trees. Those tiny fruitlets are known in English as “Codlings” Hence the name for the moth who's caterpillars love to invade these codlings: Codling moth Parents (moths) are now laying eggs on these codlings, so let's avoid the caterpillars tunnelling into your tiny, developing fruit! MADEX is the spray to use from now on; every two weeks or so until February. Madex is a codling moth granulosis virus that will affect the small brutes before they enter the apple. Only works on Codling moth species (Cydia pomonella); and the virus will not harm us either. Noticed the black sooty mould on your lemon tree leaves? That stuff grows on all sorts of citrus! That's a fungus that grows on the excrement of sap-sucking insects, especially scale insects, mealybugs and citrus whitefly. Those tiny whitefly have really become the bigger pest on citrus, especially north of Christchurch. Trying to remove the black, sooty mould is literally useless, as the sap-suckers will continue to drop their sweet poos; So: we need to control those whitefly etc., right now by giving them a weekly dose of Neem Oil. Aim for the top-side of the leaves and the bottom-side of the leaves. The regularity of spraying halts the egg-laying part of the life cycle, simply by killing the susceptible juveniles before they become adults. Lemon tree borer is another troublesome critter on citrus; this one grows its babies (rather large beetle grubs) in tunnels in branches, twigs and trunks of citrus trees. The female beetle lays her eggs on freshly-made pruning cuts, so the very first thing we must not do is prune our citrus in spring and summer. To remove the grub from its tunnel is tricky, but can be achieved with a “hypodermic needle” filled with insecticide. You can literally squirt that stuff into the grub's tunnel by access in the “toilet hole” from the outside. That way you won't cause any extra damage to the branch but still halt the destruction inside the branch Clever, eh? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Caring for houseplants often means dealing with pests, diseases, or cultural issues at some point. Having a houseplant first aid kit prepared allows you to quickly treat problems and nurse your plants back to health. In this episode, our favorite horticulturist Leslie Halleck shares must-have items to include in your DIY houseplant first aid kit so you can effectively treat plant problems as soon as they pop up!In this episode, we learn:[00:17] What is a Houseplant First Aid Kit?[09:46] What is horticultural oil, when is it used, and how does it differ from neem oil?[12:57] Neem vs neem oil[15:03] How to brighten up your home and keep your houseplants happy all year with high-quality grow lights[17:28] DIY houseplant first aid kit essentials: Fungus Gnats Death Drop and neem oil![19:44] Is neem oil safe as a leaf shine for plants, or does it potentially harm them by clogging stomata or pores?[22:58] Why should you include fungicide/bio-insecticide in your first aid kit for houseplants?[25:52] Does fungicide reverse leaf damage?[27:46] Sanitizing vs sterilizing (plus products you should use while pruning)[28:48] What is insecticidal soap?[30:18] What are systemics, why do they work, and when should they be used? (heavier chemical)[32:18] Where can you find the best houseplants with scientific care guides and color-coded collections?[34:15] Where can you find high-quality organic fertilizers and potting mixes?[40:50] How do hydrogen peroxide and BT work in dealing with houseplant pests?[41:43] What is a "drench" in systemic pesticide application?[44:16] Why should you have rooting hormone in your first aid kit?[45:19] Best tools/gears for your first aid kid![45:20] What are sticky traps? (monitoring tool)[47:07] Rubber gloves Leslie recommends![50:15] Why should you use separate snippers/tweezers/pruners for gardening tasks?[51:57] Folding potting mat![53:58] Hygrometers/glass domes[57:31] Grow lights[01:00:19] PAR Meter (for professionals)[01:03:36] Maria's favorite—magnifying glass![01:16:17] Moisture meter[01:08:49] Check out Leslie's books!Mentioned in our conversation:Amazon storefront for all products mentionedPhysanLeslie Halleck's BooksEpisode 204 How to Identify Houseplant DiseaseEpisode 200 Common Houseplant Pest Identification and How to Get Rid of Fungus Gnats, Spidermites, Scale, White Flies and MealybugsEpisode 196 Overwatered Vs Underwatered Plants, How Much Light Do Indoor Plants Need and More Common Houseplant ProblemsEpisode 46: Understanding Natural Light: General RulesEpisode 47: Understanding Natural Light: Measuring ToolsYouTube How to Save and Revive a Dying Houseplant: Saving My Prayer Plant from the Brink of Death!Vita Grow LightFor a complete list of houseplant first aid kit must-haves,Check out the amazon storefront with links to many of the products discussed todayGrab the Fungus Gnat Death Drops and/or neem oil at happyhappyhouseplant.com and get 10% off with code GROWINGJOY at checkout!check out the full show notes and blog here!Thank you to our episode sponsors:Soltech SolutionsEnsure your plants are getting enough light indoors! Soltech Solutions makes the grow lights you've heard me talk about for years: whether you are looking for a pendant light, track lighting, or a simple bulb to screw into any standard light fixture, Soltech has got you covered. They offer quality products with great customer service, free shipping, and a 5-year warranty. Keep the sun shining and the plants green inside your home with Soltech Solutions.Check them out at soltechsolutions.com and get 15% off with code "bloom15".Fungus Gnats Death Drops by Happy Happy HouseplantCan't seem to get rid of fungus gnats? Happy Happy Houseplant knows how annoying it is to see fungus gnats take over your plants, so they created Fungus Gnat Death Drops! Backed by science, tested by their founder Mandi, and loved by their customers. Keep fungus gnats at bay with this microbial insecticide with the active ingredient BTI or Bacillus thuringiensis which kills fungus gnat larvae. Another product to love is Happy Happy Houseplant's Neem Oil kit which comes with a stylish glass bottle, and pre-emulsified Neem concentrate, so you don't have to mess around with mixing it yourself. No separating or added ingredients!Grab the Fungus Gnat Death Drops and/or neem oil at happyhappyhouseplant.com and get 10% off with code GROWINGJOY at checkout!Proven WinnersIf you want to have success with houseplants, you've got to have two things: the knowledge to care for them successfully and healthy plants. Meet my new favorite houseplant grower: Proven Winner's leafjoy™. With only the best plant genetics grown in a state-of-the-art, European greenhouse, you will not be disappointed in the variety and quality of your favorite plants from Proven Winner's leafjoy™. This company has taken the guesswork out of plant shopping with plant tags that include scientific names and care guides, as well as color-coded collections for the different areas of your home that you want plants in!Find plant joy in leafjoy™. Head to provenwinners.com to find your local leafjoy™ dealer and let me know which plant you take home on socials!Espoma OrganicMake sure your plants are all set for the new season! Espoma Organic is dedicated to making safe indoor and outdoor gardening products for people, pets, and the planet. They have an amazing variety of high-quality, organic potting mixes, garden soil, fertilizers, and pest control products that are organic and eco-friendly. To top it all off, they have a huge sustainability commitment with a 100% solar powered plant, zero waste manufacturing and eco-friendly packaging.Visit espoma.com to find your local Espoma dealer or check my Amazon storefront.Follow Leslie:WebsiteInstagramFacebookYouTubeTwitterFollow Maria and Growing Joy:Order my book: Growing Joy: The Plant Lover's Guide to Cultivating Happiness (and Plants) by Maria Failla, Illustrated by Samantha LeungJoin the Bloom and Grow Garden Party Community Platform & App AKA the plantiest and kindest corner of the internet! 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Join us for an enlightening episode as we delve into the fascinating world of women's health and birth control with a renowned expert, Dr. Ryan Monahan. Dr. Monahan, who holds Masters and Doctoral degrees in Eastern Medicine summa cum laude from Emperor's College in Santa Monica, California, brings a unique perspective to the table. He's also completed rigorous Functional Medicine training with The Institute for Functional Medicine and The Kresser Institute for Functional and Evolutionary Medicine. In this engaging conversation, Dr. Ryan Monahan sheds light on the dangers of using copper IUDs and the quest for natural, safer alternatives. Whether you're a woman seeking birth control options that align with your body and lifestyle, or simply curious about the intricacies of women's health, this episode is a must-listen. Topics we'll explore include: The Copper IUD Conundrum: We uncover the potential risks and harmful side effects associated with copper intrauterine devices and why informed choices matter. The Best Natural Forms of Birth Control: Dr. Monahan reveals holistic and effective approaches and natural methods that empower women to take control of their reproductive health. Downsides of Hormonal Birth Control: We explore the often-overlooked drawbacks of hormonal contraception and discuss the importance of understanding how it affects your body. Dr. Ryan Monahan's expertise and passion for empowering individuals to make informed choices about their health make this episode a valuable resource for anyone interested in women's health, birth control, or holistic approaches to wellness. Resources: Dr. Ryan's Website and Instagram page My recommended Heavy Metal Detox spray Podcast episode with Elina Berglund (founder of Natural Cycles) Natural Cycles -- my preferred birth control method Organic Neem Oil EWG's Tap Water Database (see what's in your tap water!) My preferred water filter: ClearlyFiltered The spring water Dr. Ryan and I drink at home: Alive Water - use code: CLAUDIA for a discount!
Will neem oil work to control spider mites?
A major problem up north is the Guava moth (Coscinoptycha improbana), found in Northland, Auckland, Waikato, and Coromandel. Hosts of this caterpillar are Guava, Feijoa, loquats, peaches, citrus, quinces, macadamia, apples, and pears; quite non-selective in its preferences. In Northland (wild) loquats are the fruit that hosts the caterpillars in late winter/spring, allowing the population to build up. People are now harvesting feijoas that have tiny entrance/exit holes in the fruit, allowing fungi inside the fruit, brown flesh, and rot. You'll also find the caterpillar's tunnels inside. Those caterpillars entered the feijoas when the fruit were still small but just starting to swell – well after flowering. This is interesting information when it comes to trying to control the little buggers spoiling your crop. Currently there are no insecticides registered for the control of Guava moth; some people use “Success”, a rather good caterpillar killer (Yates) and “on the Organic side” of pesticides as a by-product of bacterial excrement. Other folk use Neem Oil – regularly sprayed (every 7 days) on the developing fruit. Both these control chemicals have limited effect – about 50%. There are no biological control organisms in NZ (Predators, Parasitic wasps, natural Guava moth diseases, etc). Pheromone traps (that trap the lusty males) do not reduce the infestation – they just alert us to the timing of the flight season. “Attractants” such as vegemite etc., don't work. Light traps are useless in controlling guava moths – most moths (more than 90%!!) caught are native moths of no relevance to feijoas. What we do know is that later-maturing varieties/fruit are usually less affected by this caterpillar, and fine netting draped over the tree after flowering (when the fruit is growing) stops the female moths getting near the developing fruit for oviposition (egg-laying). Hygiene is another control technique: clean the soil underneath the trees from debris and old fruit!! Collect the infected fruit (Feijoa, peaches, loquats, citrus… everything!) and chuck it in the freezer for two days before composting. Alternatively, chuck in a large bucket filled with water for a few weeks – put a lid on that bucket, so no moths can fly out. Then compost the old fruit.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Looking out for seasonal troubles Some of us had a rubbish summer – wind and water and wholesale destruction. It's really hard to give suitable advice as each situation is different. The only thing I can say is: protect your valuable top-soil, as that is the most important part of your garden. Mulch what you've got and add more organic materials to allow the beneficial creatures to thrive. Plant your winter crops when you have the time and inclination to do so: Brassicas and good root crops. Don't give up! For those of us that have had a drought: we may have broken that problem over the past weeks or so. But temperatures have been relatively high and the dry conditions have turned a lot more moist: Mildew is amongst us. That white cover on the leaves on a range of plants (roses, pumpkins, oak leaves, grapes, you name it). It's caused by a fungus that loves warm day time temperatures, followed by cooler evening temperatures – it causes a layer of dew on the leaves and rust spores love that very much. Prevention: spray some copper/sulphur fungicide on the leaves on a regular basis; it literally creates a barrier for the spores to become active. Plants that are already “hammered” by mildew may need a heavier, “systemic” fungicidal spray to contain the fungus Spider mites adore the late-summer heat. They have slowly increased their numbers, built fine webs on susceptible host plants and are reproducing like there's no tomorrow. Organic control can be achieved via Yates' fatty acid spray (NatraSoap) … that stuff works on tiny critters with a sensitive skin; alternative: Neem Oil or Conqueror Oil. Repeat sprays recommended. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It is reasonable well-known among New Zealand Gardeners that insects tend to be attracted to lights; especially lights that are rather blue-ish white in colour. The reason is very simple: these lights contain a rather decent dose of Ultra Violet (UV) light; Insects can see UV better than any other frequency. I have a UV torch at home that allows me to go out walking in the garden and it shows me – more or less – what moths see when they fly through the garden. Some folk use this trick to catch the Guava moths that are on their way to lay eggs inside the new very small guava fruit and feijoa fruit that are being formed in summer; a light coupled with a container with diluted dishwashing liquid is the way to kill those buggers before they start the puncturing and subsequent entering of the tiny fruits… “Get the buggers, before they get our fruit” I have always objected to this idiotic way of “pest control”, simply because there are far better options to stop the guava moths laying eggs on the developing guava and feijoa fruits: Cover the branches with a fine muslin cloth that stops the moths from coming near the fruit's skin. Those insect-excluding cloths are available in most garden shops. If you must use some pesticides, then Neem Oil or Success are chemicals that can prevent about 50% of the damage occurring too! Light trap “pest control” is really very ineffective as you simply catch a heap of moth (and other) insect species that have nothing to do with fruit of crop damage; most of them are native and have an interesting job to do in the ecosystem. These beetles (Heteronychus and Odontria) are good at pruning shrubs and trees and grasses, but in turn are excellent food for birds, geckoes, skinks, Centipedes and Owls The absolutely imposing huhu beetle emerges from a log of rotting wood where it has been instrumental in the decomposition of that wood and turning it into nutrients for the next generation of our forest. The beetle is devoured by Morepork; of course, the huhu grub is also edible and full of protein; ask the kaka! When I take Teachers out at night with a mercury vapour light-trap (full of UV light) we not just look at beetles, but also at a huge range of moths and other flying insects. Some are just beautiful, like the Lichen moth (Izatha) and the native Scoparia moth, belonging to a very special and numerous group of moths in Aotearoa. All food for insectivorous organisms in your garden; without these native species our birds would go hungry! But one of my absolute favourite moths is this one: Chrysodeixis eriosoma. The architecture of that Noctuid is outrageous and the silver dots on the wings just elegant. And no… I'm not going to describe the larval activities of that species – I'm sure you know it!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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#AskDrJohnWatts Fishing Learn More asks: Sir, one doctor told me that if we directly inhale Neem oil through our nostrils, it can control grey hair. Is it true? Please explain. In his response, Dr John Watts informs Fishing Learn More that it is an unfounded myth with no scientific basis. “There is no such possibility. How can you believe such a preposterous claim?” asked Dr John. He said that if someone had said that inhaling Neem oil controls hair growth in the nostril could have been logically understood but something like this is totally out of the world to believe in.
Root Knot Nematodes:Control So if you have correctly identified that your plants are affected by root knot nematodes, what can be done about it? Remember, they look different to nitrogen fixing nodules on roots of plants. tomato nematode Controlling nematodes 1.Cultural Control by rotating your plants-nematodes only survive 1 year in the soil. 2.Growing plants that help reduce nematode numbers Asparagus, peanut plants, Corn, Garlic, marigolds. 3.Biofumigants such as green manure crops, especially Mustard plants release isothyocyanates. 4. Neem Oil drench 5. Beneficial Nematodes EcoGrow supply beneficial nematodes. 6 Chytosan-prawn shells-effective on nematodes. Listen to the podcast to find out more. Your host of Real World Gardener, Marianne is talking with Steve McGrane, agriculturist and horticulturist. Part 2 is when we tackle the many, many ways you have to control the bad nematode, namely root knot nematodes. If you have any questions you can email us Realworldgardener@gmail.com or write in to 2rrr, PO Box 644 Gladesville NSW 1675.
Citrus are “surface-rooting” and hence do not like a lot of “competition” from grass roots, so it pays to keep them mulched and avoid grass growing close to the trunk.Bark, Compost, Chippered branches; anything that suppresses the grass (especially Kikuyu) and will add organic matter is usefulFertiliser?Nah! In mid-winter plants do not take up much nutrients – wait till it gets warmer in springThey love a warm, sheltered spot in full sun – protected from wind; usually not good with heavy frosts. (Meyer lemons possibly a few degrees below zero); protect the trees from heavy frosts with frost-cloth…. So: ensure you have a lot of direct sunlight on your plant; (trim the trees that shade the citrus!)Lemons should be fruiting. Ensure that the load of fruit on the branches is not too heavy (breaking!), so remove fruit accordingly, especially from young trees and prune some off to let the frame-work develop; next year let a few more grow as the tree strengthens its branch system.(Meyer) Lemons have a habit of fruiting well every second year (usually in winter and spring months); therefore it's best to plant two or three lemon trees to have a continuous supply of lemons!Peeled lemons hanging from your tree? Get a Timms Trap!Sooty Mould; If you have sooty mould (fungi growing on sap sucking insect's excrement) now's the time to use some spraying oil (Conqueror Oil) to get rid of the cause: scale/mealybug/whitefly)Neem Oil is often a good, organic “suffocator” of small sap-sucking insects. Use the Oils frequently (every two weeks or so) and spray both sides of leaves and branches.LISTEN ABOVE
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Kronic breaks down his conspiracy theory on why so many commercial cannabis users are being diagnosed with Cannabis Hyperemesis Syndrome! Is this phenomenon from Pesticides, PGRs, or People? Find out what Kronic thinks by tuning in to this unique episode... Enjoy!
Have you ever wondered whether or not Neem oil actually works for a Plant Pesticide. You may have noticed after using neem that the past still remain. This blog post looks at exactly why neem is not a useful Pesticide. As well as Wyatt may not be working for you in your house plant collection. If you are new to this blog my name is Ashley and I am a soil scientist. I am located in a Canadian Zone 3 and a USDA Zone 4. I write articles, make YouTube videos, Instagram & Facebook posts all designed for Canadians and Cold Climate gardeners using science-based methods. If you are looking for anything specific be sure to let me know in the comments down below.Join our monthly newsletter!newsletter.gardeningincanada.netWebsite/Blog & FREE printables: https://gardeningincanada.netLeave Me A Voice Message To Be Included In The Podcast: https://memo.fm/gardeningincanada/——————
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You asked, Greg and Sheila answer! Many of our customers, followers, and Row By Row Group Members submitted their gardening questions and tonight, you will have them answered. Q & A - Part 1 "Have you ever had success growing asparagus?" - Yes, we've been growing asparagus for the last 7-8 years. We have several videos on our YouTube on how to be successful growing it. The key to it is after the 3rd year of growing it, you want to cut them back. You will develop weeds around the asparagus and that's normal. If you cut them back, you'll continue to get asparagus shoots. "What is the best way to get rid of grasshoppers? I'm surrounded by grassland and they're inundating my yard and garden." - There isn't much you can do for them organically. You need to hit them early on with a synthetic insecticide. You can rotate Bug Buster II and Neem Oil to treat them. "Concerning nitrogen fixers, do the nitrogen-fixing plants have to die or be pruned back to release the nitrogen for other plants to scavenge from the roots left behind?" - You can't intercrop a "live" legume with a crop and expect it to exchange the nitrogen. It needs to die back and break down into the soil before it is beneficial. "Will I get better germination on my edible hibiscus if I leave the pod on the plant longer? I don't want to leave it on too long since it could go bad but I need some tips on when is the right time to pull the seed pods." - Once it blooms and the bloom falls off, I normally wait about 5-7 days after the bloom falls off. "I've heard it said for a long time now, insects don't attack healthy plants. Can you demystify that? - There is some truth to that. Think about it like it was your body and your immune system is weak, you are more than likely to get sick. It is more likely for an insect to attack your plant if it does not have the proper fertilization, health, etc. Insects can also attack healthy plants but they tend to fight off insect infestation easier. Q & A - Part 2 "Can you tell me what fertilizer to use on onions and at what time?" - We recommend a well-balanced fertilizer, like 20-20-20, and alternate it with a nitrogen source like Ammonium Sulfate. Stop fertilizing 30 days before you harvest. "Does Mrs. Hoss succession plant or intercrop in her raised beds?" - I do succession planting a lot in the spring and summer. I don't do it in the fall because the broccoli, cauliflower, etc. take longer to grow. I will intercrop with flowers in the spring and summer, I do sometimes plant my garlic and onions in with my English peas. "What can I use next time to prevent my pumpkins from being destroyed by vine borers? I want to give it another try." - For vine borers, you want to make sure you plant earlier in the spring to get ahead of the outbreak of the vine borers. You want to spray them early on, have a good spray schedule. If they get into the vine, you're done. "I want to bring my peppers inside for the winter. What do they need to keep producing or at least not to die over the winter months." - If you bring them inside, you'll want to keep them wet (keep the moisture to them) but I wouldn't fertilize them. Once the springtime comes, you want to re-pot the plant and then start fertilizing. "Can you use your drip irrigation system in containers? If yes, can you show how?" - We actually have a container watering kit that is perfect for your needs. We will get a video done on it soon! Q & A - Part 3 "When you are starting a farm on raw land, what is the best cover crop to plan to help build better soil?" - Hairy Vetch and Winter Rye are great ones for the cool season. During the warm season, you would want to go with Sunn Hemp. "I have never been able to get bell peppers to grow to a respectable size. I am in Central North Carolina. Any ideas?" - Fertility, fertility, fertility. I struggled back in the day until I realized bell peppers LOVE fertilizer.
Lemon treesThey love a warm, sheltered spot in full sun – protected from wind; usually not good with heavy frosts. (Meyer lemons possibly a few degrees below zero); protect the trees from heavy frosts with frost-cloth….…or grow them in a large pot that can be moved under frost shelter!Most citrus varieties are gross feeders – honestly: they'll reward you with lots of fruit if you fertilise at least THREE TIMES per growing season (Oct – Dec – March); general fertiliser perhaps with some added sulfate of POTASH; “little and often” is the mantra.Good MULCH (past the drip-line), keep watered; they hate drought!They're not good with root competition/crowding; (shallow rooters); keep grass away, especially Kikuyu.Pollination is usually not a problem; most varieties are “self-fertile”, but watch Meyer Lemons: when they are grown nearby a “seedless” orange, there will be pips – often heaps of them!Fruit maintenance: Don't let young trees set too many fruit – prune some off to let the frame-work develop; next year let a few more grow as the tree strengthens its branch system.(Meyer) Lemons have a habit of fruiting well every second year (usually in winter and spring months); therefore it's best to plant two or three lemon trees to have a continuous supply of lemons!Pruning regime: if you need to shape your tree, do it in period March-early September when lemon tree borer are not around to lay eggs on the pruned surfaces. Use Sharp, clean secateurs.Remove branches from within the bush/shrub/tree – let wind go through it – dries out – less rot.Pruning cuts don't need a sealant, but if you've had history of die-back (fungal attack) then it will not harm to seal the wound...Disinfect secateurs from time to time – bleach or janola.Sooty Mould; If you have sooty mould (fungi growing on sap sucking insect's excrement) now's the time to use some spraying oil (Conqueror Oil) to get rid of the cause: scale/mealybug/whitefly)Neem Oil is often a good, organic suffocator of small sap-sucking insects. Use the Oils frequently (every two weeks or so) and spray both sides of leaves and branches.There are some root rots (Phytophthora) that can kill a citrus tree very quickly, in a matter of six to eight weeks the leaves go yellow, droop, turn brown and…fall off!Phytophthora is often spread through ground water (the spot is too wet for too long!).Dig the tree out and don't plant another citrus in the same spot.Maybe put a plum in your Campari?
Hey, besties! I'm so glad we all made it to the 25th episode of No Internal Monologue! We're a quarter of a century-old! We can be inserted into a machine that accepts quarters! We're able to have a quarter-life crisis! With that in mind, Ethan and I hopped on and answered deep questions, reflected, wondered about everything in the world ever. So, if you're looking for a chill, deep, and mentally stimulating episode to listen to, here's another one for ya! Remember to tell Kosmo By Kenna that Morgan from No Internal Monologue sent you to her beauty chair for a 10% referral discount! Social Media Accounts: OFFICIAL PODCAST INSTAGRAM: @nointernalmonologue_podcast INSTAGRAM: @kinda_morgann TWITTER: @kinda_morgann TIKTOK: @morgan_leigh99 SPOTIFY PLAYLIST: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3zhstGLprqQlZWbtWeYpGr?si=e449f3a5aa7f4af0 SOUNDCLOUD: https://soundcloud.com/morgan_schlichting --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/morgan-schlichting/support
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Hanna is cleaning her plants, Andrew has an idea for a new TV genre, and a Scrub Jockey drunk-dials the Spot Line in the most wonderful way. Oh, and Andrew's house almost burned down after a simple home project, nbd.
Hanna is cleaning her plants, Andrew has an idea for a new TV genre, and a Scrub Jockey drunk-dials the Spot Line in the most wonderful way. Oh, and Andrew's house almost burned down after a simple home project, nbd.
Will neem oil help control spider mites without harming the bees?
Garden pests are the WORST and they can really wreak havoc on a garden, especially if they're not stopped in time. When attempting to eliminate garden pests, who got to know what you're up against; what specific garden pest is eating your plants?? There are several common pests that we're gonna talk about today. PLUS, we're gonna give you several tried-and-true recipes and hacks to eliminate these destructive garden pests. Spray recipes for specific Garden Pests: *Aphids ~ ~ 1 tblsp Castile Soap ~ 1 tblsp White Vinegar ~ 1 Gallon water Mix everything together and spray on any plants where you suspect aphids every 2-3 days. Be sure to spray on the underside of leaves too. This is where aphids like to hide. Another recipe for Aphids, ~ 1 tblsp Neem Oil ~ 1/3 tblsp liquid dish soap ~ 5 cups water Mix everything together and spray on plants once per week. It's a good ides to "test" this spray recipe on your plants. To do this simply spray one leaf of a plant and make sure the leaf is not burned the next day. Neem oil is very strong (and very effective) so be sure to follow the above recipe closely, ensuring the ratio of Neem oil water is correct. *Tomato Hornworms ~ ~ 5 cups water ~ 1/2 tblsp liquid dish soap ~Cayenne pepper Mix water and dish soap together and spray mixture on plants. After spraying mixture, sprinkle some cayenne pepper over top of spray. (Pro Tip: If you see white eggs on a tomato hornworm, leave it be. These are wasp eggs. The wasp larvae will hatch and eat the tomato hornworm and spread more beneficial wasps throughout your garden) Other Beneficial Steps to take to ward off garden pests: *Diatomaceous Earth ~ use on the inside perimeter of garden beds and around the base of each plant. Be sure to re-distribute your DE each time after watering, since the water will simply wash it away and it will no longer be effective. Attract Birds to your garden ~ Birds LOVE to eat all the bugs! And, if you attract them to your garden with bird feeders and water dishes, they will happily eat up all the garden pests. Use cardboard collars around your seedlings ~ use these around the base of your seedlings, especially newly transplanted plants, to keep cutworms away. Plant Covers ~ These work surprisingly well and are fairly simple to set up Prevention is always your best bet. And after prevention comes the above handy and simple recipes we gave you. :) Garden pests can be annoying, but prevention and then proper tactics can get your garden back to being beautiful & pest-free!! Check out our Patreon Page and become a member for some awesome patron-only benefits like: *Having a farm animal named after you! *Early access to ALL of our podcast episodes! *Hand written thank you card! *Patron shout-outs on Fb or Insta! *Fan requests for episode topics! *Exclusive video tutorials and Behind-the-Scenes videos! Check it out here: https://www.patreon.com/ourkindofhomesteading?fan_landing=true (https://www.patreon.com/ourkindofhomesteading?fan_landing=true) Happy Homesteading!! This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy
Neem trees grow almost everywhere in Mali. Pressed from its fruits, neem-oil can have a negative effect on insect growth, which protects plants. Some farmers are now using it to replace chemical pesticides.
Anyone who has been farming or gardening for any amount of time can tell you that the 2nd biggest problem in the garden is pests, namely the bug population. There is nothing more disheartening than walking out to your vegetables that you have watched sprout and grow and seeing holes in their stems or huge sections of leaves eaten away. It can be easy to become discouraged by the task of keeping garden pests under control, especially for new gardeners. Luckily we know a few experts on the subject and today Greg spoke with Wendell Flowers of Monterey Lawn & Garden about some products and tips to help with your garden infestations. Chewing Bugs and Sucking Bugs There are two main types of bugs you will find in your garden; chewing insects such as flea beetles and worms, and sucking insects like stink bugs and boll weevils. According to Wendell the most damaging and difficult type of insect to control is the chewing varieties. This, he says, is because they destroy the leaves of the plants; causing them to lose their ability to photosynthesize. Even though bugs are a problem we never want to eliminate them, we simply need to control their population and keep their damage as minimal as possible. Good and Bad Bugs If you are new to gardening it is important to note that there are beneficial bugs you will see in the garden such as ladybugs, wasps, bees, and butterflies. We need these insects to help control the bad, destructive bugs. In order to eliminate the bad bugs we find and not harm the beneficial ones we need, Greg says to be "pre-active" in the garden to mitigate the bad bugs so that later there isn't an explosion of bad bugs that require stronger steps that can also kill the beneficials. This means to take a preventative approach early on in the garden with the right chemicals and applications. Wendell showed several options, many of which are organic and could be used up to the day before harvest, that Monterey Lawn & Garden have available in their lines of pesticides and fungicides. Chewing Insects Worms such as hornworms are a big problem with tomatoes as they will eat the leaves and then any fruit that is produced. To combat this pest and other worms, Wendell had four Monterey pesticides to recommend; Bug Buster II, Bug Buster-O, Garden Insect Spray, and Monterey B.t.. Bug Buster II is a synthetic pesticide but the other three, Bug Buster-O, Garden Insect Spray, and Monterey B.t., are organic options. While B.t., or bacillus thuringiensis, is most commonly used to control worms and caterpillars in farming and gardening, Wendell recommended the Garden Insect Spray. The Garden Insect Spray has a broader range of pests it can eliminate including thrips, beetles, borers, and fire ants. Neither of these options will harm your beneficial insects in the garden as they must be ingested to work. Another major problem insect is the Colorado potato beetle. This little beetle can quickly defoliate your potato plants leaving nothing in their wake and no crops to harvest. Again, Wendell recommended the Garden Insect Spray. There are other options for ridding your potatoes of this beetle such as Sevin, however, Sevin is very rough on the bee population. While the Garden Insect Spray will work on 200+ pests in the garden, there are some smaller bugs that need a different approach. One of these is the flea beetle. This beetle is incredibly tiny yet does a tremendous amount of damage for its size. To deal with this little pest Wendell recommends using the 70% Neem Oil; another organic product. The neem oil will not only kill these smaller bugs in the garden but also stave off any bacterial and fungal diseases they may carry with them by coating the plant in a protective layer. Neem Oil and pyrethrin can be used together to create a stronger defense to help protect your plants from infestations. The pyrethrin acts as a quick knock-down agent and the neem oil acts as the last protective barrier...
It's widely touted as a safe, organic alternative to synthetic pesticides, and it will kill a long list of pests. But neem oil isn't for everyone.NEW FROM Empress of Dirt: How to Transplant Raspberries and Grow More Fruit
Guava Moth It’s an Aussie moth which arrived in NZ 1997 – probably through wind-dispersal. In Australia its main host is a lillipilly – a member of the Myrtle Family, like Manuka, Pohutukawa/Rata as well as guava and feijoa. It’s not a big deal in Australia (kept in check by predators and parasites) but in NZ feijoa as well as citrus, nashi, macadamia, guavas (and plum, peach, loquats) are the main hosts – they are destructive! They are found Northland down to north Waikato/Coromandel at the moment, and they’re heading South. Lifecycle takes about 8 weeks “from egg to egg”. These are laid on developing feijoa fruit; young larvae (tiny caterpillars) tunnel into the fruit (pinhole entrance) and eat the flesh. When full-grown the caterpillars come out and bungy-jump down to the soil to pupate. New moths emerge from these pupae, later in the season. They find each other through pheromone (males are very good at that!) they mate, and new eggs are laid. Main options for control (None of them are very efficient – but it may help): Cover your feijoas with FINE NETTING so that the female moth can’t lay eggs on the skin of the developing fruit. HYGIENE: Remove all the fallen fruit ASAP; infected fruit ripen pre-maturely and drop early (danger!!) Don’t compost them unless you’ve frozen the fallen fruit for at least 24 hrs. Otherwise, plastic bag them and into the rubbish or get chickens or pigs to eat them ASAP. Get a PHEROMONE TRAP (which catches the lusty males) BUT… DON’T RELY On them catching “all” the males – they won’t and you will not find any fewer infected feijoas. The pheromone trap is a TIME INDICATION of when the moths are flying (and hence mating) early in the season. You now know when to put a first spray on the tiny, developing fruit. My guess is to do that about 7-10 days after peak-flight! SPRAYS: Cover the small fruits with either Success (Yates spray that kills mostly caterpillars, especially the small ones) or Neem Oil; I reckon you may need to do that every 10 to 14 days to be partially successful – further research might tell us how successful that would be. Finally: there are (solar powered) light traps on the market that employ UV light to attract and catch moths when on the wing. (they drown in water or oil container underneath the trap) Not happy with that as the by-catch of native moths can be horrendous, especially in summer/autumn. Our native moths (and flies and beetles etc etc) are part of our garden eco-system and are valuable protein for many bird species. LISTEN TO AUDIO ABOVE
Darren's advice: * Keep the plants well fed and watered so they can fight back against the pests. * Prune off infected foliage and bag it. * Clean up any foliage that drops on the ground bag up. * Pyrethrum & Neem Oil sprays can help control thrip numbers. * Systemic insecticides such as Baythroid can also be used but must be mixed and applied with great care. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In episode 71 of HealingMatters, Jason talks about how to stop arthritis pain in 30 days! Arthritis is caused by an infection and poor diet that causes mineral loss. There are two types of arthritis: Rheumatoid arthritis and Osteoarthritis. Jason will list six steps to stop arthritis pain and Premier Research Labs Supplements to support each step. Rheumatoid Arthritis is general fatigue, swelling with red, hot, and tender joints. Moving the joints makes it feel better. Osteoarthritis is arthritis in the bones and cartilage. Moving the body makes it hurt more. Bacteria and Viruses live in the joints and create waste products that erode the joints and bones. Excessive protein consumption is often blamed but it's actually that the body can't digest the protein and more waste products flood the liver with toxins. Gout is an example of mineral deposits in the joint/cartilage creating cracking, rough, painful joints. Six Steps to Reduce Pain: 1. Address Infection in the gut and the whole body. Premier Research Labs makes Olive Leaf, Allicidin, HCL, and OsteoVen to reduce infection. 2. Liver and Gallbladder Toxicity. The liver is a filter. If it's too full with toxins, it can't do its job. Even if you've had your Gallbladder removed, you can still produce bile. Premier Research Labs Makes GallBladder ND and Liver ND. 3. Overtaxed Adrenal Glands from too much sugar, caffeine, stress, and poor sleep. Watch my video on SLEEP: https://youtu.be/uExqGJ5z1d8 Premier Research Labs AdreneVen, and Pink Salt. 4. Food Allergies are wrecking your health with inflammation. Take a 30 day break from Gluten/Wheat, Dairy and Sugar. Sugar isn't really an allergy but it feeds the bacteria and yeast that excrete toxins. Premier Research Labs AllerCaps. 5. Dehydration! Drink more water! 6. Inflammation causes damage and infection. Premier Research Labs Phytozymes (cleans up joints without surgery), pH Minerals, Deltanol, and Magnesium. Fermented Turmeric, DHA, and EPA take at least 30 days to get into your system. You can also mix Neem Oil and Limonene to use topically on the joints. Keep moving, walking, stretching, get fresh air and massages. Peace and Healing, Jason Eagle QRA, LMT *Schedule Now* at www.StrategicHealing.us or call 734 985 5891
In today's episode we go over all the basics for successfully caring for alocasias. We answer the following questions; What are alocasias? Lighting needs? Watering needs? How do you fertilize it? How to manage it's soil? What pests are they prone to and how to get rid of them? How to propagate an alocasia? Extra care tips! Thank you for your support! Feel free to leave a review and share this podcast with your friends! Products Mentioned; Neem Oil - https://amzn.to/2YFW6ku (As an Amazon Affiliate we do earn a small amount from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you) Thanks for listening! Consider leaving a review for our podcast. Follow us; Instagram - @tenneyplants YouTube - Tenney Plants Channel Blog - www.tenneyplants.com Pinterest - Tenney Plants Email us! - tenneyplantsgmail.com
The idea of growing harvestable fruit inside your home is tantalizing, but is it realistic? In this episode of Granite State Gardening, UNH Extension's Emma Erler and Nate Bernitz share proven tips and solutions for growing fruits indoors — from the challenge of yielding fruit from plants indoors year-round to growing tropical fruits indoors and outdoors. Featured question: using neem oilFeatured plant segment: blue passionflowerClosing gardening tip: what to do about broken limbs on trees and shrubs overwinter
Dealing with Cool Season Pests When it comes to dealing with cool-season pests it can be a little different than those pesky warm-season pests. The biggest way to control the cool-season pests is to have a spray program early in the vegetable garden. During the cool season, there are four different kinds of species that can cause the most trouble such as the diamondback caterpillar, cabbage lopper, cabbageworm, and the cutworm. Although most people like to identify these species there really is no need to because the treatment to control them is the same except for cutworms. Another insect that a lot of people deal with during the cool season is slugs. We recommend using Sluggo Plus which is a bait that you sprinkle along the ground to kill them off. The last set of cool-season pests that you will have to deal with in the garden is the flying insects such as aphids, whiteflies, and earwigs. In order to control these cool-season pests, you need a spraying schedule that is best suitable for your garden and the pest you struggle with. Travis goes over his top cool-season pest control products that he has found to work great in his garden. The first week, he mixes B.t., Neem Oil, and the Complete Disease Control. The next week he will use the B.t., Horticultural Oil, and Liquid-Cop. However, if his worm pressure increases for any reason he switches the B.t. out for Spinosad in order to knock them out of the vegetable garden. In Greg's garden, he switches it up a little bit and mixes the Fruit Tree Spray and Complete Disease Control one week. Then, the next week he doesn't play around with his bad worm pressures so he uses B.t., Liquid-Cop, and Spinosad. The B.t. works only on worms and hits them as a feeder. The Spinosad works as a stomach poisoning or for direct contact. While the Liquid-Cop is ideal for controlling the blights and some of the disease pressures in the garden. General Pest Control Practices If you had a problem last year with a certain pest, you can guarantee you will have a problem this year. So control that pest early in the vegetable garden this year.Spray early and at least weekly in the garden.Don't be afraid to make cocktails and rotate your pest control products.If you do a good job controlling your pests this year, then next year it will be a lot better.Maintain a clean garden. Show and Tell Segment On the show and tell segment this week, Greg and Travis talk about a hurricane which means lots of rain/wind getting ready to hit South Georgia and the surrounding area. They also talk about all the vegetables they got planted this week such as elephant garlic and onions. Greg has a bit of a problem with rabbits in the vegetable garden, but he is getting ready to solve that issue soon. Travis shares a couple more new varieties for 2021 that we are carrying now. The first variety is the Better Boy Tomato which is a popular indeterminate that makes huge, tangy tomatoes that are ideal for slicing and making sauces. Next, is the Purple Boy which produces deep purple fruits with an exceptional flavor profile. Another new variety is the Lemon Boy that makes a bright yellow tomato with higher-yielding compared to other varieties. Also, we now have the All American Selections winner, Big Beef Tomato available. This is a large, beefsteak tomato that is considered to be the gold standard for fresh market tomatoes in many areas of the country. Viewer Questions For the Q & A segment this week, the guys answer some viewer questions that were asked on last week’s show. If you have an Earthbox can you use our Container Watering Kits? Greg mentions that you can use our container kits for Earthbox and should work with no problem. The next question is whether you should order spring seeds now or wait until fresh seeds are available. All the seeds we have available now are fresh and have been germ tested based on the State of Georgia laws. There are a few varieties that we will sell out of thi...
Neem Oil Neem oil has become a popular insecticide and fungicide that is used by many gardeners. It is natural, organic, and relatively safe. It can be used to control or kill a wide range of pests, and it’s available on the NZ market. There are a few different types of Neem Oil and - surprise surprise! – they have different modes of activity and control different organisms in different ways. Neem comes from the neem tree (Azadirachta indica), (India, Sri Lanka, Burma, etc). The tree produces nuts which are ground and cold-pressed to extract their oil. The active ingredient in neem that harms insects is called azadirachtin and the cold press process ensures that it does not degrade. Further processing removes the azadirachtin from the rest of the oil. The remaining oil is called “clarified hydrophobic neem oil”. How does Neem Oil work when sprayed on a plant? Well it may disappoint you, but when the leaves are coated, insects are not killed by the deposit, but it makes the leaves taste bad, so the damage is very much reduced. But when juvenile insects eat the azadirachtin-coated leaves, their metamorphosis can be severely disrupted – they simply can’t shed their skin! That means that neem oil sprays are not a quick fix.Azadirachtin is rapidly degraded in direct sunlight – it last less than a day, although the oily substance itself might linger a lot longer (until it gets washed off by rain). When it comes to systemic activity: azadirachtin does not penetrate the plant very well, but as a soil-drench it appears to be a lot more effective, as long as the soil pH is below 7. It is absorbed by roots. Azadirachtin is not an effective compound on adult insects so if they eat the sprayed plant parts then it’ll be business as usual. There about few hundred insect species that are affected by neem oil sprays – many “don’t give a toss”! Some of the species that are negatively affected are beneficials, such as lacewings, which are inhibited from laying eggs. There are varying efficacy data for all sorts of insects when sprayed with Neem Oil; Whitefly might be OK (but target the underside of the newer leaves!) and aphids tend to suffer as well; hard-bodied and adult insects are largely immune, as are spiders and ants. The Clarified hydrophobic Neem Oil (the stuff without the azadirachtin) is just like any other spraying oil: it suffocates insects when applied in dense-enough quantities to coat most insects. It works against things like scale, mealybugs, leafhoppers, mites, whiteflies and aphids, but it does not control many of the other insects that are controlled by neem oil. It can kill insect eggs. As with all spraying oils: repeated applications are crucial to cover future generations as well. (and remember to thoroughly coat the plants!Neem oil and disease control It’s the oil that does the work by sticking the spores on the leaves and drying them out (preventing spore-germination). What I read in literature is that ordinary conqueror oil does a much better job in sticking the spores to the plants, and a bicarbonate solution works even better! LISTEN TO AUDIO ABOVE
Episode 19 of Grow Bud Yourself slides into your grow tent with positive pot plant energy. First, Mike & Danny chat with adult film actress and AVN Hall of Famer Sara Jay about the stigmas surrounding porn and pot. Plus, Sara reveals her new CBD Self Care Collection product line, including an infused lube! The interview is with Michael Steinmetz from Flow Kana, California’s largest seller of sun-grown cannabis. Mikey talks about working with independent craft family farms, transforming cannabis into the world’s first fully sustainable agricultural product and his latest project, Flow Cannabis Co. In the cultivation segment, we feature our "Strain of the Fortnight," tips for emulsifying and spraying Neem Oil, and grow Q&A. Episode 19 is brought to you by Excelsior Extracts THC-infused Pain Rub. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Felder, Surber and Hartzell start with Xena and end with another growing warrior princess. In between we get to Yaya's and Mama's corners plus Neem Oil's effectiveness plus more hate for Mimosa Trees. Felder gives his family's Outback order and then they research "how does corn grow" as Hartzell gets closer and closer to having homegrown corn. Updates from Ryan Taylor and Sean McManus on their garden situations plus rats, fireworks, Felder's new barbershop, best way to cook a steak and backyard envy. Oh, and what are your 5 perfect movies? As always they Rad Dad it with pride plus CFB Doom and shout out to the Dothan Eagle.Rate. Review. Subscribe. #LETSGROW
Watermelon Varieties Since Hoss Tools has started selling seeds, Greg has decided to try a new variety of watermelons every year. In the past, he prefers growing watermelons such as Crimson Sweet before he started trying new watermelon varieties. Last year, he grew the Moon and Stars variety and this year he has decided to plant the Sangria Watermelon. When discussing the heirloom or open-pollinated watermelon varieties the few that we have available include Charleston Gray which is a more elongated, smaller sized watermelon that contained a thick rind and a very popular variety back in the day. The Moon and Stars variety consist of oblong fruits that average around 25 lbs but can get as large as 40 lbs. Another popular variety is the Sugar Baby which is a smaller sized watermelon that averages 10 to 12 lbs. Then, the last two heirloom varieties we have available are the Tendersweet Orange and Crimson Sweet which is great tasting watermelons as well. A hybrid variety is the Baby Doll which has a bright yellow interior that has an exceptional flavor profile. While the all sweet type watermelon varieties include Dulce Fantasia, Sangria, and Jamboree. Tips for Planting Watermelons When it comes to growing watermelons you can direct seed or transplant in a seed starting tray. Another factor of growing watermelons is they require drip irrigation to ensure you supply enough water directly to plant roots and control fungal diseases. It's also very important to have pollinators to get higher production yield. For plant spacing, Greg recommends a foot or two with row spacing around five feet in the vegetable garden. All the fertilization should be done before fruits start to set in the area. Show and Tell Segment On the show and tell segment, the guys try out the first batch of sauerkraut that Travis made using his cabbages harvested from the vegetable garden. Greg discusses the ideal time to plant potatoes so you don't experience rotten potatoes in the next growing season. The guys also touch base on some products that are being restocked in the next couple of days. Viewer Questions Segment On the question and answer segment this week, the guys answer questions about sowing onion seeds, storing seeds, spinosad effect on bees, healing potatoes, mixing B.T. and Spinosad, and treatment for aphids. Travis mentions last fall he started sowing onion seeds as early as last August and early September all the way through October. In sowing onion seeds this way he found that he can succession plant onions in the vegetable garden. Greg recommends storing seeds anywhere where you can get a constant temperature or environment such as a refrigerator. When spraying spinosad you should either do it right before dark or after dark when the bees are not in the garden pollinating. When it comes to mixing B.t. and Spinosad, Travis mentions they pretty much do the same thing so either use or other in the garden. Greg suggests using either Neem Oil or Pyrthine to control aphids and keep after them regularly to maintain a decrease in the population. Product of the Week Complete Organic Fertilizer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1wPyMMuUyl0
Watermelon Varieties Since Hoss Tools has started selling seeds, Greg has decided to try a new variety of watermelons every year. In the past, he prefers growing watermelons such as Crimson Sweet before he started trying new watermelon varieties. Last year, he grew the Moon and Stars variety and this year he has decided to plant the Sangria Watermelon. When discussing the heirloom or open-pollinated watermelon varieties the few that we have available include Charleston Gray which is a more elongated, smaller sized watermelon that contained a thick rind and a very popular variety back in the day. The Moon and Stars variety consist of oblong fruits that average around 25 lbs but can get as large as 40 lbs. Another popular variety is the Sugar Baby which is a smaller sized watermelon that averages 10 to 12 lbs. Then, the last two heirloom varieties we have available are the Tendersweet Orange and Crimson Sweet which is great tasting watermelons as well. A hybrid variety is the Baby Doll which has a bright yellow interior that has an exceptional flavor profile. While the all sweet type watermelon varieties include Dulce Fantasia, Sangria, and Jamboree. Tips for Planting Watermelons When it comes to growing watermelons you can direct seed or transplant in a seed starting tray. Another factor of growing watermelons is they require drip irrigation to ensure you supply enough water directly to plant roots and control fungal diseases. It's also very important to have pollinators to get higher production yield. For plant spacing, Greg recommends a foot or two with row spacing around five feet in the vegetable garden. All the fertilization should be done before fruits start to set in the area. Show and Tell Segment On the show and tell segment, the guys try out the first batch of sauerkraut that Travis made using his cabbages harvested from the vegetable garden. Greg discusses the ideal time to plant potatoes so you don't experience rotten potatoes in the next growing season. The guys also touch base on some products that are being restocked in the next couple of days. Viewer Questions Segment On the question and answer segment this week, the guys answer questions about sowing onion seeds, storing seeds, spinosad effect on bees, healing potatoes, mixing B.T. and Spinosad, and treatment for aphids. Travis mentions last fall he started sowing onion seeds as early as last August and early September all the way through October. In sowing onion seeds this way he found that he can succession plant onions in the vegetable garden. Greg recommends storing seeds anywhere where you can get a constant temperature or environment such as a refrigerator. When spraying spinosad you should either do it right before dark or after dark when the bees are not in the garden pollinating. When it comes to mixing B.t. and Spinosad, Travis mentions they pretty much do the same thing so either use or other in the garden. Greg suggests using either Neem Oil or Pyrthine to control aphids and keep after them regularly to maintain a decrease in the population. Product of the Week Complete Organic Fertilizer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1wPyMMuUyl0
Planting Summer Squash When it comes to growing summer squash in the garden, there are many factors such as climate temperatures, irrigation, soil quality, and insect or disease pressures that must be controlled. Summer squash is usually the first warm-weather crop the guys recommend to plant in the vegetable garden. Guide to Growing Summer Squash Here in South Georgia, we are located in Zone 8B, therefore we plant summer squash typically as soon as temperatures become warm. Another reason behind planting summer squash early is to ensure we get around three to four rounds of squash before the squash bug pressure gets too bad in the garden. A few different varieties that we recommend growing is the patty-pan types like the Sunburst and Bennings Green Tint. When it comes to the more traditional summer squash types like the crookneck and straightneck we have varieties such as the Early Crookneck, Gentry, and Goldprize. Along with the summer squash, we have zucchini varieties such as Golden Delight, Golden Zebra, Spineless Beauty, Spineless Supreme, and Pascola. Next, the guys discuss the general rule of thumb when it comes to summer squash fertilization which is add a complete fertilizer like 20-20-20. To maintain disease control over the powdery and downy mildews we suggest Liquid Copper Fungicide or Monterey B.t. The number one factor when dealing with pests such as pickle worms, squash bugs, and vine borers is you have to control them early on to ensure they don't become a larger problem in the vegetable garden. For pest control, Travis suggests mixing the B.t. with the Neem Oil one week and then the next week the Take Down Garden Spray. Overall, when growing summer squash you must get rid of plants when production begins to decline to ensure you don't create a host for pest to live and feed off of. Show and Tell Segment On the show and tell segment, Travis has a heap of Brussel sprouts that he has harvested from the vegetable garden. The different Brussel sprout varieties that he shows off is the hybrid, Jade Cross and productive open-pollinated Red Bull. The guys also discuss what crops they plan on planting coming soon in the garden. Greg is exterminating with using perlite on top of his seed starting trays after he dibbles in potting soil. The commercial growers use this perlite method to cover the top of seeds instead of using more Pro-Mix. Viewer Questions Segment On the question and answer segment this week, the guys answer questions about when the payoff stage of onions begins, tips on growing corn on a smaller scale, planting winter squash, and the cause of having a hole in the center of potatoes. Travis mentions that you will know when the onion bulbs have begun the payoff stage because the base will start to enlarge. Greg recommends when growing a smaller scale of corn you need to make sure the corn is hilled well to help ensure strong weather conditions do not ruin the plot. When you experience having a hole in the center of potatoes, Greg mentions that it is a physiological problem that is known as a hollow heart and is most likely caused by too much or lack of irrigation. Product of the Week Complete Organic Fertilizer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RnlycgWWLFg
Planting Summer Squash When it comes to growing summer squash in the garden, there are many factors such as climate temperatures, irrigation, soil quality, and insect or disease pressures that must be controlled. Summer squash is usually the first warm-weather crop the guys recommend to plant in the vegetable garden. Guide to Growing Summer Squash Here in South Georgia, we are located in Zone 8B, therefore we plant summer squash typically as soon as temperatures become warm. Another reason behind planting summer squash early is to ensure we get around three to four rounds of squash before the squash bug pressure gets too bad in the garden. A few different varieties that we recommend growing is the patty-pan types like the Sunburst and Bennings Green Tint. When it comes to the more traditional summer squash types like the crookneck and straightneck we have varieties such as the Early Crookneck, Gentry, and Goldprize. Along with the summer squash, we have zucchini varieties such as Golden Delight, Golden Zebra, Spineless Beauty, Spineless Supreme, and Pascola. Next, the guys discuss the general rule of thumb when it comes to summer squash fertilization which is add a complete fertilizer like 20-20-20. To maintain disease control over the powdery and downy mildews we suggest Liquid Copper Fungicide or Monterey B.t. The number one factor when dealing with pests such as pickle worms, squash bugs, and vine borers is you have to control them early on to ensure they don't become a larger problem in the vegetable garden. For pest control, Travis suggests mixing the B.t. with the Neem Oil one week and then the next week the Take Down Garden Spray. Overall, when growing summer squash you must get rid of plants when production begins to decline to ensure you don't create a host for pest to live and feed off of. Show and Tell Segment On the show and tell segment, Travis has a heap of Brussel sprouts that he has harvested from the vegetable garden. The different Brussel sprout varieties that he shows off is the hybrid, Jade Cross and productive open-pollinated Red Bull. The guys also discuss what crops they plan on planting coming soon in the garden. Greg is exterminating with using perlite on top of his seed starting trays after he dibbles in potting soil. The commercial growers use this perlite method to cover the top of seeds instead of using more Pro-Mix. Viewer Questions Segment On the question and answer segment this week, the guys answer questions about when the payoff stage of onions begins, tips on growing corn on a smaller scale, planting winter squash, and the cause of having a hole in the center of potatoes. Travis mentions that you will know when the onion bulbs have begun the payoff stage because the base will start to enlarge. Greg recommends when growing a smaller scale of corn you need to make sure the corn is hilled well to help ensure strong weather conditions do not ruin the plot. When you experience having a hole in the center of potatoes, Greg mentions that it is a physiological problem that is known as a hollow heart and is most likely caused by too much or lack of irrigation. Product of the Week Complete Organic Fertilizer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RnlycgWWLFg
Best Potato Fertilization Schedule Unlike heavy feeder crops such as corn that requires lots of fertilizer, potatoes are a little different and need a certain range of fertilizer in the vegetable garden. When discussing the nutrients that potatoes need to have successful growth Travis talks about the maximum amount and you can scale it back to the desired amount you need for your garden area. The potato fertilization schedule starts with major three nutrients which is nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium. On the higher end of the scale, nitrogen is 5 pounds per 1,000 square feet, phosphorous is 1.5 pounds per 1,000 square feet, and potassium is 5 pounds per 1,000 square feet. For the home gardener or small market farm, it is recommended to use a complete fertilizer like 20-20-20 or 10-10-10 to ensure you get all the required nutrients. Overall, if you had a 1,000 square foot of potatoes in the garden area you would need about 25 pounds of 20-20-20 throughout their lifetime growing span. Next for the fertilization schedule, we don't need to give all the nutrients at one time in the area. Therefore, the first application should be when planting potatoes, you need to put 1/3 down which can be sprinkled along the furrow. The second application of 1/3 fertilizer can be applied at emergence or around the first hilling process. The final application of the 1/3 should be applied at your last or second hilling assuming you hill potatoes at least two times. Along with the three major nutrients, potatoes also need micronutrients such as calcium, magnesium, sulfur, zinc, and boron. We recommend using Calcium Nitrate Fertilizer to ensure you get all the calcium you need and use the Micro-Juice for the other needed micronutrients. Indeterminate vs. Determinate Potatoes When talking about determinate and indeterminate potatoes it is rather different than discussing types of tomatoes. Indeterminate potatoes are described by having a later maturity date than most other varieties. While the red potatoes like Red Norland, Red Pontiac, or Red Lasoda are all early varieties, therefore, known as determinate potatoes. Some people also believe you don't need to hill determinate potatoes in the garden. However, in order to have a successful bumper crop, you will need to hill potatoes whether they're determinate or indeterminate. Show and Tell Segment On the show and tell segment, the guys discuss not plucking the greens off rutabagas to help get a large size crop in the garden. Travis shows off a Texas Legend Onion that he grew in early November that has excellent flavor and great storage life after harvesting. Travis also talks about some new flower seed varieties such as Marigold Sparky Mix, Bachelor Button Polka Dot Mix, Cosmos Bright Light Mix, Snapdragon Tetra Mix, and Zinnia Cactus Mix. Viewer Questions Segment On the question and answer segment this week, the guys answer questions about where to get vegetable bags, mixing sand with soil for growing carrots, tips for growing squash. Travis mentions when doing his weekly produce bag operation he recommends buying produce bags from Amazon which tend to hold vegetables a little longer than other bags. Greg mentions that instead of mixing sand in the soil he suggests adding a good compost to improve the nutrient value for growing vegetables in the garden. Travis and Greg suggest that the number tip when planting squash is plant them early in the spring to ensure you avoid harsh disease and insect pressures. They also recommend applying some pest control like Spinosad, Neem Oil, or Monetery BT. Product of the Week 8 mil Drip Tape Irrigation Kit https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NlO3cqybHME
Best Potato Fertilization Schedule Unlike heavy feeder crops such as corn that requires lots of fertilizer, potatoes are a little different and need a certain range of fertilizer in the vegetable garden. When discussing the nutrients that potatoes need to have successful growth Travis talks about the maximum amount and you can scale it back to the desired amount you need for your garden area. The potato fertilization schedule starts with major three nutrients which is nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium. On the higher end of the scale, nitrogen is 5 pounds per 1,000 square feet, phosphorous is 1.5 pounds per 1,000 square feet, and potassium is 5 pounds per 1,000 square feet. For the home gardener or small market farm, it is recommended to use a complete fertilizer like 20-20-20 or 10-10-10 to ensure you get all the required nutrients. Overall, if you had a 1,000 square foot of potatoes in the garden area you would need about 25 pounds of 20-20-20 throughout their lifetime growing span. Next for the fertilization schedule, we don't need to give all the nutrients at one time in the area. Therefore, the first application should be when planting potatoes, you need to put 1/3 down which can be sprinkled along the furrow. The second application of 1/3 fertilizer can be applied at emergence or around the first hilling process. The final application of the 1/3 should be applied at your last or second hilling assuming you hill potatoes at least two times. Along with the three major nutrients, potatoes also need micronutrients such as calcium, magnesium, sulfur, zinc, and boron. We recommend using Calcium Nitrate Fertilizer to ensure you get all the calcium you need and use the Micro-Juice for the other needed micronutrients. Indeterminate vs. Determinate Potatoes When talking about determinate and indeterminate potatoes it is rather different than discussing types of tomatoes. Indeterminate potatoes are described by having a later maturity date than most other varieties. While the red potatoes like Red Norland, Red Pontiac, or Red Lasoda are all early varieties, therefore, known as determinate potatoes. Some people also believe you don't need to hill determinate potatoes in the garden. However, in order to have a successful bumper crop, you will need to hill potatoes whether they're determinate or indeterminate. Show and Tell Segment On the show and tell segment, the guys discuss not plucking the greens off rutabagas to help get a large size crop in the garden. Travis shows off a Texas Legend Onion that he grew in early November that has excellent flavor and great storage life after harvesting. Travis also talks about some new flower seed varieties such as Marigold Sparky Mix, Bachelor Button Polka Dot Mix, Cosmos Bright Light Mix, Snapdragon Tetra Mix, and Zinnia Cactus Mix. Viewer Questions Segment On the question and answer segment this week, the guys answer questions about where to get vegetable bags, mixing sand with soil for growing carrots, tips for growing squash. Travis mentions when doing his weekly produce bag operation he recommends buying produce bags from Amazon which tend to hold vegetables a little longer than other bags. Greg mentions that instead of mixing sand in the soil he suggests adding a good compost to improve the nutrient value for growing vegetables in the garden. Travis and Greg suggest that the number tip when planting squash is plant them early in the spring to ensure you avoid harsh disease and insect pressures. They also recommend applying some pest control like Spinosad, Neem Oil, or Monetery BT. Product of the Week 8 mil Drip Tape Irrigation Kit https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NlO3cqybHME
Fall Pests to Deal With In the South, some of the fall pests that we deal with are whiteflies, cabbage loopers, cabbageworm, flea beetles, and aphids. Whiteflies are known to live underneath the leaves of plants causing problems in the garden. In order to control many of these fall pests, you should spray early in the morning at daylight or late in the afternoon before sunset to effectively manage the pest problems. Fall Garden Spraying Program In order to control fall pests in the garden, we recommend using organic solutions to eliminate pest problems. The first solution we recommend is to use B.t. and Spinosad when dealing with worm problems. The spraying program for B.t. is you mix one ounce per gallon and start spraying early at least once a week in the vegetable garden. If you have a huge outbreak of worms, then you need to use a more powerful solution like Spinosad. When dealing with aphid problems the best solution is Horticultural Oil. The Hort oil also works great on ornamentals surrounding the yard. Similar to the Horticultural Oil, our Neem Oil is another solution that should not be sprayed during the summertime or when it's very hot during the day. The Neem Oil works great for controlling non-worms such as aphids and flea beetles. The Complete Disease Control is another OMRI registered fungicide that works great with any general diseases that you may experience trouble within the vegetable garden. When you start experiencing serious problems with diseases the Liquid Cop is your go-to fungicide to use in the garden. Travis suggests having a spray day in order to ensure you are applying the pest controls at least once a week in the vegetable. This can vary depending on the amount of pressure you are needing to maintain, but Travis explains his rotation program for fall pests control. So one week, he will mix the B.t., Horticultural Oil, and the Complete Disease Control together and apply the mix to the garden. Then, the following week, he will mix together the B.t., Neem Oil, and Liquid Cop. This rotation program allows the fungicides and insecticides to not become susceptible inside the vegetable garden. Show and Tell Segment On the show and tell segment, Travis has broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, and collards starting to grow in the garden. As well as, he just put kohlrabi, beet, and Brussel sprout transplants in the ground this past weekend. Greg and Travis also discuss the difference between packs and quarter pounds of the All Top Turnips, Purple Top Turnips, Florida Broadleaf Mustard, and Southern Giant Curled Mustard seed varieties. Viewer Questions Segment On the question and answer segment this week, the guys answer questions about Vidalia onions, give an update on sweet potatoes, planting onion transplants in November, and are red onions short, long, or intermediate day. Greg mentions that in a specific area around Lyons and Vidalia, Georgia they produce Vidalia onions. However, the Sweet Harvest and Savannah Sweet onions that we carry are Vidalia type onions meaning they are grown similar to the Vidalia onions grown in those areas. Travis says his sweet potatoes are doing good in the dedicated plot, but the ground has been too hard to dig them up. When planting onion transplants, Greg explains you should start the seeds in the greenhouse six weeks prior to planting in the garden. For example, if wanting to plant in the garden around the first of November then the transplants should be started towards early to mid-October. The guys mention that there are red onion varieties for short day, long day, and intermediate day lengths. Products of the Week Mustard Seeds Turnip Seeds https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O-N1b7VIoDY
Fall Pests to Deal With In the South, some of the fall pests that we deal with are whiteflies, cabbage loopers, cabbageworm, flea beetles, and aphids. Whiteflies are known to live underneath the leaves of plants causing problems in the garden. In order to control many of these fall pests, you should spray early in the morning at daylight or late in the afternoon before sunset to effectively manage the pest problems. Fall Garden Spraying Program In order to control fall pests in the garden, we recommend using organic solutions to eliminate pest problems. The first solution we recommend is to use B.t. and Spinosad when dealing with worm problems. The spraying program for B.t. is you mix one ounce per gallon and start spraying early at least once a week in the vegetable garden. If you have a huge outbreak of worms, then you need to use a more powerful solution like Spinosad. When dealing with aphid problems the best solution is Horticultural Oil. The Hort oil also works great on ornamentals surrounding the yard. Similar to the Horticultural Oil, our Neem Oil is another solution that should not be sprayed during the summertime or when it's very hot during the day. The Neem Oil works great for controlling non-worms such as aphids and flea beetles. The Complete Disease Control is another OMRI registered fungicide that works great with any general diseases that you may experience trouble within the vegetable garden. When you start experiencing serious problems with diseases the Liquid Cop is your go-to fungicide to use in the garden. Travis suggests having a spray day in order to ensure you are applying the pest controls at least once a week in the vegetable. This can vary depending on the amount of pressure you are needing to maintain, but Travis explains his rotation program for fall pests control. So one week, he will mix the B.t., Horticultural Oil, and the Complete Disease Control together and apply the mix to the garden. Then, the following week, he will mix together the B.t., Neem Oil, and Liquid Cop. This rotation program allows the fungicides and insecticides to not become susceptible inside the vegetable garden. Show and Tell Segment On the show and tell segment, Travis has broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, and collards starting to grow in the garden. As well as, he just put kohlrabi, beet, and Brussel sprout transplants in the ground this past weekend. Greg and Travis also discuss the difference between packs and quarter pounds of the All Top Turnips, Purple Top Turnips, Florida Broadleaf Mustard, and Southern Giant Curled Mustard seed varieties. Viewer Questions Segment On the question and answer segment this week, the guys answer questions about Vidalia onions, give an update on sweet potatoes, planting onion transplants in November, and are red onions short, long, or intermediate day. Greg mentions that in a specific area around Lyons and Vidalia, Georgia they produce Vidalia onions. However, the Sweet Harvest and Savannah Sweet onions that we carry are Vidalia type onions meaning they are grown similar to the Vidalia onions grown in those areas. Travis says his sweet potatoes are doing good in the dedicated plot, but the ground has been too hard to dig them up. When planting onion transplants, Greg explains you should start the seeds in the greenhouse six weeks prior to planting in the garden. For example, if wanting to plant in the garden around the first of November then the transplants should be started towards early to mid-October. The guys mention that there are red onion varieties for short day, long day, and intermediate day lengths. Products of the Week Mustard Seeds Turnip Seeds https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O-N1b7VIoDY
Fall Planting Schedule It is no secret that the most popular growing season for gardeners is the Fall. When deciding on a fall planting schedule there are several crops that can be planted due to the weather conditions being not too cold or hot. This is the perfect time to get maximum production of crops to last you on into the colder months. Best Fall Crops to Plant When direct seeding in August we recommend planting with our garden seeder to plant sweet corn, pole beans, and cucumbers. However, when it comes to transplanting we like to use our seed starting trays to plant crops such as green magic broccoli, tiger collards, kale, Brussel sprouts, cauliflower, cabbage, and kohlrabi. In September, we recommend direct-seeding crops such as English peas, all top turnips, mustard, premium greens mix, and Easter Egg radishes. For transplanting in September we prefer to plant Calshot Romaine lettuce, beets, and Calendula Prince Mix. In October, the guys plan to have a Fall planting schedule of direct-seeded crops like carrots and cool-season cover crops. Then, lastly in November is the best time to plant onions, shallots, and leeks. Show and Tell Segment On the show and tell segment, Travis has some muscadines which are a staple in the South. While Greg shows off some Blue Bayou Pumpkins that he has harvested from the vegetable garden. The guys taste test the pumpkins in the form of sliced wedges, pumpkin soup, and pumpkin muffins. Travis also discusses the till and tarp technique he has been using at his consultant farm. This method is being used in a newer garden plot area that is covered in Bermuda grass. He has covered the area with a silage tarp and has left it to sit there for 2 to 3 weeks. After a couple of weeks, he has folded the tarp back and tilled it at one end, then covered the area again. This repetitive method is creating a weed-free environment because you are tilling the weed seeds to the top of the soil then killing them off with the silage tarp that is covering the garden area. Viewer Questions Segment On the question and answer segment this week, the guys answer questions about curing pumpkins, the start-up area for a market garden, controlling the pest in the garden, and how their shallots did this season. Greg has just finished harvesting his Blue Bayou and Cherokee Tan pumpkin varieties from the vegetable garden. He likes to cure them by placing them underneath the barn and in the shade. As long as they stay in the shade and dry they can cure for around three to four weeks. Travis currently has around 10 to 12 thousand square feet of area that he works in for his market gardening. If you are doing the market gardening part-time, 10 to 12 thousand square feet is the perfect size for a startup gardening area to work in. When it comes to pest control in the garden, our most popular products are Neem Oil, Monterey B.t., and Spinosad to name a few. In the Spring, the guys had an okay growing season of shallots. The guys are planning to plant them again according to their Fall planting schedule because they are similar to onions so they hope to get a better crop this coming growing season. The last question they discuss is when will the new fall seed varieties be available on our website. The guys mention that we are currently working hard to get them packed and available on the website every day. If you want to get updated when new seeds are available, you can be added to our email newsletter and be the first to know all about what's new at Hoss Tools. Products of the Week Cheers Cabbage Savoy King Rio Grande Red Charleston Wakefield https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kw6Ng4RdfqY
Fall Planting Schedule It is no secret that the most popular growing season for gardeners is the Fall. When deciding on a fall planting schedule there are several crops that can be planted due to the weather conditions being not too cold or hot. This is the perfect time to get maximum production of crops to last you on into the colder months. Best Fall Crops to Plant When direct seeding in August we recommend planting with our garden seeder to plant sweet corn, pole beans, and cucumbers. However, when it comes to transplanting we like to use our seed starting trays to plant crops such as green magic broccoli, tiger collards, kale, Brussel sprouts, cauliflower, cabbage, and kohlrabi. In September, we recommend direct-seeding crops such as English peas, all top turnips, mustard, premium greens mix, and Easter Egg radishes. For transplanting in September we prefer to plant Calshot Romaine lettuce, beets, and Calendula Prince Mix. In October, the guys plan to have a Fall planting schedule of direct-seeded crops like carrots and cool-season cover crops. Then, lastly in November is the best time to plant onions, shallots, and leeks. Show and Tell Segment On the show and tell segment, Travis has some muscadines which are a staple in the South. While Greg shows off some Blue Bayou Pumpkins that he has harvested from the vegetable garden. The guys taste test the pumpkins in the form of sliced wedges, pumpkin soup, and pumpkin muffins. Travis also discusses the till and tarp technique he has been using at his consultant farm. This method is being used in a newer garden plot area that is covered in Bermuda grass. He has covered the area with a silage tarp and has left it to sit there for 2 to 3 weeks. After a couple of weeks, he has folded the tarp back and tilled it at one end, then covered the area again. This repetitive method is creating a weed-free environment because you are tilling the weed seeds to the top of the soil then killing them off with the silage tarp that is covering the garden area. Viewer Questions Segment On the question and answer segment this week, the guys answer questions about curing pumpkins, the start-up area for a market garden, controlling the pest in the garden, and how their shallots did this season. Greg has just finished harvesting his Blue Bayou and Cherokee Tan pumpkin varieties from the vegetable garden. He likes to cure them by placing them underneath the barn and in the shade. As long as they stay in the shade and dry they can cure for around three to four weeks. Travis currently has around 10 to 12 thousand square feet of area that he works in for his market gardening. If you are doing the market gardening part-time, 10 to 12 thousand square feet is the perfect size for a startup gardening area to work in. When it comes to pest control in the garden, our most popular products are Neem Oil, Monterey B.t., and Spinosad to name a few. In the Spring, the guys had an okay growing season of shallots. The guys are planning to plant them again according to their Fall planting schedule because they are similar to onions so they hope to get a better crop this coming growing season. The last question they discuss is when will the new fall seed varieties be available on our website. The guys mention that we are currently working hard to get them packed and available on the website every day. If you want to get updated when new seeds are available, you can be added to our email newsletter and be the first to know all about what's new at Hoss Tools. Products of the Week Cheers Cabbage Savoy King Rio Grande Red Charleston Wakefield https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kw6Ng4RdfqY
This is the first episode of the “Notes from the Field” series. I visited the Licking Creek Bend Farm in Pennsylvania and recorded part of the tour in the farm’s apple orchard. The farm provides produce to a food co-operative in Maryland and Farmers Markets in D.C. The owner, Mike Tabor, discusses the methods he uses to keep his farm sustainable, the pains of growing apples, and how the use of the term '“organic” can be a deterrent for consumers. Resources are below! Carbon Sequestration 8 ways to Sequester Carbon to avoid climate catastrophe https://www.ecowatch.com/carbon-sequestration-2461971411.html https://www.britannica.com/technology/carbon-sequestration/images-videos Bayer-Monsato https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/monsanto-parent-company-bayer-faces-thousands-roundup-cancer-cases-after-n1007246 Neem Oil Campos, E. V., de Oliveira, J. L., Pascoli, M., de Lima, R., & Fraceto, L. F. (2016). Neem Oil and Crop Protection: From Now to the Future. Frontiers in plant science, 7, 1494. doi:10.3389/fpls.2016.01494 From
Question & Answers Segment On this week’s episode, the guys answer viewer questions about a couple of different cover crops grown in the vegetable garden. The first question is trying to determine if growing Austrian Pea for the honeybee population in the garden is good or not. Greg mentions that the Austrian pea is a wintertime pea so it can extend the season but it would not be his first choice for pollinators. The second question is all about the guy's thoughts about allelopathic plants. For example, allelopathic qualities of cover crops such as peas or vetch help with nutgrass problems. While Buckwheat is allelopathic to pigweed. Thirdly, the guys discuss the issues causing deformation in melons. Greg explains the two main causes of deformation in melons is due to infrequent watering and poor pollination. Next, they discuss various vegetables that work best when planted on drip tape irrigation. Travis mentions that he uses his drip tape on almost everything except Irish potatoes. Using drip tape will save you time, conserve water, and reduce weed pressures greatly. Recently the guys talked about figs that have a closed-end and keeps the bugs out. Due to some research that LSU has done in the past, this type of fig variety is called the LSU Purple variety. The guys then discuss whether the silage tarps control nutsedge or not. Travis explains the silage tarps will help the nutsedge a little bit but not like the other weeds. You basically just have to aggravate the soil with the Wheel Hoe or incorporate some cover crops like Austrian pea into the garden. Next, the guys talk about how heavy silage tarps are and ordering bigger tarps. Greg says the silage tarps weigh about 60 pounds and are heavy depending on your size. It can be carried by one person but it's more ideal for two people. When discussing fig trees Greg recommends planting fruit trees in the fall because it gives them a chance to get started without stressing. He also says amending the soil before planting and keeping it watered will help the fig trees as well. Then, they discuss the most productive pepper variety in the garden. The Aruba Cubanelle peppers are a hybrid variety that is the front runner in maximum yield when it comes to all the other pepper varieties we carry. The next question deals with how to treat Japanese beetle damage on flowers and vegetables. Greg says rotating between Neem Oil and Pyrtherin early on and keeping the garden clean will help control those pest issues. The last question that the guy's answer is for new garden spots whether or not you should add a tarp first then grow a cover crop or grow a cover crop then tarp. Travis explains if you have a way of cleaning or tilling the garden spot to prepare it to plant cover crops then tarp. However, if you don't have a tiller or a way to clean the garden area tarp it during the summer and plant fall cover crops. Show and Tell Segment On the show and tell segment, with the summer weather getting hotter and hotter the guys discuss a couple of different hot pepper varieties such as the Serrano, Cayenne, and Brazilian Orchid. Greg is about done growing for this season. However, he still has a few sunflower and zinnia varieties planted that have been the prettiest crop thus far in the garden. The only vegetable producing he has going on in the garden is okra. The guys are both in the cleanup phase to prepare it for fall planting season. The guys also talk a little bit about the seed line up coming out soon. Product of the Week Hoss Hats https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NxqKM0XQfWY
Question & Answers Segment On this week’s episode, the guys answer viewer questions about a couple of different cover crops grown in the vegetable garden. The first question is trying to determine if growing Austrian Pea for the honeybee population in the garden is good or not. Greg mentions that the Austrian pea is a wintertime pea so it can extend the season but it would not be his first choice for pollinators. The second question is all about the guy's thoughts about allelopathic plants. For example, allelopathic qualities of cover crops such as peas or vetch help with nutgrass problems. While Buckwheat is allelopathic to pigweed. Thirdly, the guys discuss the issues causing deformation in melons. Greg explains the two main causes of deformation in melons is due to infrequent watering and poor pollination. Next, they discuss various vegetables that work best when planted on drip tape irrigation. Travis mentions that he uses his drip tape on almost everything except Irish potatoes. Using drip tape will save you time, conserve water, and reduce weed pressures greatly. Recently the guys talked about figs that have a closed-end and keeps the bugs out. Due to some research that LSU has done in the past, this type of fig variety is called the LSU Purple variety. The guys then discuss whether the silage tarps control nutsedge or not. Travis explains the silage tarps will help the nutsedge a little bit but not like the other weeds. You basically just have to aggravate the soil with the Wheel Hoe or incorporate some cover crops like Austrian pea into the garden. Next, the guys talk about how heavy silage tarps are and ordering bigger tarps. Greg says the silage tarps weigh about 60 pounds and are heavy depending on your size. It can be carried by one person but it's more ideal for two people. When discussing fig trees Greg recommends planting fruit trees in the fall because it gives them a chance to get started without stressing. He also says amending the soil before planting and keeping it watered will help the fig trees as well. Then, they discuss the most productive pepper variety in the garden. The Aruba Cubanelle peppers are a hybrid variety that is the front runner in maximum yield when it comes to all the other pepper varieties we carry. The next question deals with how to treat Japanese beetle damage on flowers and vegetables. Greg says rotating between Neem Oil and Pyrtherin early on and keeping the garden clean will help control those pest issues. The last question that the guy's answer is for new garden spots whether or not you should add a tarp first then grow a cover crop or grow a cover crop then tarp. Travis explains if you have a way of cleaning or tilling the garden spot to prepare it to plant cover crops then tarp. However, if you don't have a tiller or a way to clean the garden area tarp it during the summer and plant fall cover crops. Show and Tell Segment On the show and tell segment, with the summer weather getting hotter and hotter the guys discuss a couple of different hot pepper varieties such as the Serrano, Cayenne, and Brazilian Orchid. Greg is about done growing for this season. However, he still has a few sunflower and zinnia varieties planted that have been the prettiest crop thus far in the garden. The only vegetable producing he has going on in the garden is okra. The guys are both in the cleanup phase to prepare it for fall planting season. The guys also talk a little bit about the seed line up coming out soon. Product of the Week Hoss Hats https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NxqKM0XQfWY
How Can We Control Pests? We cannot always expect to fully eradicate pests, but we can control them in our vegetable gardens. By eliminating larval and younger individuals of the insect populations, we can break that life cycle and prevent further reproductively mature adults from being added to the population. It is also important to only plant certain crops when success can be expected. If pest pressure is extremely high during a given portion of the year, don't try to grow certain susceptible crops during that time. It can be different for everyone depending on your climate and local biology. Organic & All-Natural Pest Controls Insecticides: The most popular organic insecticide is Neem Oil, which will work best on insects in the nymph or immature stages. They even use Neem Oil in conventional farming because insects do not build a resistance to it. Another great organic insecticide is Pyrethrin, which is a contact insecticide. This means that it will kill whatever it touches. Because of this, it should be sprayed or applied late in the evening when the pollinators have gone to bed. Our Take Down Garden Spray includes pyrethrin and canola oil for a more residual control. The Take Down Garden Spray is not OMRI certified because the canola oil is not organically sourced. However, our Bug Buster also has pyrethrin as the active ingredient and it is OMRI registered. Horticultural Oil is a great option for controlling insects on fruit trees. Use it before bud break to help control insects that can attack any type of fruit trees. Our Fruit Tree Spray is a combination of both Neem Oil and Pyrethrin, which has a synergistic effect. All these products are concentrated and they will help control any of your soft-bodied insects. If you have any problems with worms or caterpillars in your cucumbers, you should definitely use B.t. B.t. is a naturally occurring bacteria and will kill the worms when they try to eat a plant that has been sprayed with it. This will break the pest cycle and prevent those larval forms from becoming reproductively mature adults. Spinosad is another treatment for worms, and it is a little more powerful than B.t. Spinosad is a naturally fermented product that can kill an insect either by contact or ingestion. For slugs and snails, we have a product called Sluggo, which is spinosad in a pelleted granular form. Sluggo works as a bait for slugs and snails in the vegetable garden. Fungicides: An OMRI registered option like our Complete Disease Control can be used for your fungal problems in the vegetable garden. You can use it either by soil drench or foliar spray as a protectant. When used as a soil drench, it can help with some of your soil-borne diseases. When used as a foliar spray, it covers the plant and protects it from disease pores. A widely used agricultural fungicide, Liquid Cop is great for controlling powdery mildew, downy mildew, and blight issues. Used especially for powdery and downy mildew, Bi-Carb is a great product to protect against those mildews on roses, vegetables, fruit trees, and ornamentals. Show and Tell Segment On the show and tell segment, Greg brought some of his Calypso Cumcumbers, which is a hybrid pickling variety that is really productive in the vegetable garden. The guys taste test and compare the Calypso and Lemon cucumbers. Greg definitely recommends growing the Lemon Cucumbers in your garden. Travis talks about one of the most productive crops in the entire vegetable garden -- Tiger Collards. Viewer Questions Segment On the question and answer segment, the guys answer questions about their relation and their Hoss seed selection process. They also provide information on succession planting and vertical growing. Yes, Greg and Travis are related but they are not brothers. They choose seed varieties based on what they have tried and been recommended by seed and variety experts. They are always looking to provide new seeds and try new varieties that are easy for the...
How Can We Control Pests? We cannot always expect to fully eradicate pests, but we can control them in our vegetable gardens. By eliminating larval and younger individuals of the insect populations, we can break that life cycle and prevent further reproductively mature adults from being added to the population. It is also important to only plant certain crops when success can be expected. If pest pressure is extremely high during a given portion of the year, don't try to grow certain susceptible crops during that time. It can be different for everyone depending on your climate and local biology. Organic & All-Natural Pest Controls Insecticides: The most popular organic insecticide is Neem Oil, which will work best on insects in the nymph or immature stages. They even use Neem Oil in conventional farming because insects do not build a resistance to it. Another great organic insecticide is Pyrethrin, which is a contact insecticide. This means that it will kill whatever it touches. Because of this, it should be sprayed or applied late in the evening when the pollinators have gone to bed. Our Take Down Garden Spray includes pyrethrin and canola oil for a more residual control. The Take Down Garden Spray is not OMRI certified because the canola oil is not organically sourced. However, our Bug Buster also has pyrethrin as the active ingredient and it is OMRI registered. Horticultural Oil is a great option for controlling insects on fruit trees. Use it before bud break to help control insects that can attack any type of fruit trees. Our Fruit Tree Spray is a combination of both Neem Oil and Pyrethrin, which has a synergistic effect. All these products are concentrated and they will help control any of your soft-bodied insects. If you have any problems with worms or caterpillars in your cucumbers, you should definitely use B.t. B.t. is a naturally occurring bacteria and will kill the worms when they try to eat a plant that has been sprayed with it. This will break the pest cycle and prevent those larval forms from becoming reproductively mature adults. Spinosad is another treatment for worms, and it is a little more powerful than B.t. Spinosad is a naturally fermented product that can kill an insect either by contact or ingestion. For slugs and snails, we have a product called Sluggo, which is spinosad in a pelleted granular form. Sluggo works as a bait for slugs and snails in the vegetable garden. Fungicides: An OMRI registered option like our Complete Disease Control can be used for your fungal problems in the vegetable garden. You can use it either by soil drench or foliar spray as a protectant. When used as a soil drench, it can help with some of your soil-borne diseases. When used as a foliar spray, it covers the plant and protects it from disease pores. A widely used agricultural fungicide, Liquid Cop is great for controlling powdery mildew, downy mildew, and blight issues. Used especially for powdery and downy mildew, Bi-Carb is a great product to protect against those mildews on roses, vegetables, fruit trees, and ornamentals. Show and Tell Segment On the show and tell segment, Greg brought some of his Calypso Cumcumbers, which is a hybrid pickling variety that is really productive in the vegetable garden. The guys taste test and compare the Calypso and Lemon cucumbers. Greg definitely recommends growing the Lemon Cucumbers in your garden. Travis talks about one of the most productive crops in the entire vegetable garden -- Tiger Collards. Viewer Questions Segment On the question and answer segment, the guys answer questions about their relation and their Hoss seed selection process. They also provide information on succession planting and vertical growing. Yes, Greg and Travis are related but they are not brothers. They choose seed varieties based on what they have tried and been recommended by seed and variety experts. They are always looking to provide new seeds and try new varieties that are easy for the...
How Much Water Does Your Garden Need Knowing how much to water your garden can be rather tricky because there are so many variables at play. In general, vegetable crops in the garden need about 1 to 1.5 inches of water per week. If an entire acre was to receive an inch of water, that would equal 27,154 gallons of water. If you convert that to a smaller scale, that would equate to 0.6 gallons per square foot per week. Our 8 mil drip tape has an output rate of 0.4 gallons per minute per 100 feet. In other words, it would take 1,000 minutes or 16 hours for a single emitter to output 4 gallons of water. A common mistake is watering more than the holding capacity of the soil. The more dense the soil, the better the holding capacity and the longer you can water at one time. For sandy soils, the holding capacity will be lower and you should only water a maximum of 1.5 hours at a time. For clay soils, the holding capacity can be double and you could thus run the water for up to 3 hours a time before wasting water. Factors That Can Affect This One major factor is whether you are using subsurface or surface drip. Subsurface drip tape is buried below the soil surface and is the most efficient and conservative way of watering the garden. Surface drip sits on the soil surface and will result in loss of water through evaporation. This will require longer watering times because the water is not being delivered directly to the plant roots. Another factor is the placement of your crops. If your plants are directly on top of drip emitters, you will need less water compared to plants that are located between drip tape emitters. Crops like tomatoes and peppers are typically planted directly on top of emitters whereas corn and beans are planted between emitters. Two additional factors, which we cannot control, are wind and temperature. These will also affect how much water is needed. Show and Tell Segment On the show and tell segment, Greg brought a kohlrabi bulb and explored some of his diverse language skills. After doing some research, Greg discovered that Kohlrabi in German means "cabbage turnip." Not only do they eat Kohlrabi in Germany, but they eat them in Vietnam and Bangladesh too. In Vietnam, they call them "su hoa" and in Bangladesh, they're called "ol kapi." Kohlrabi has a mild turnip taste and most people prefer to eat them roasted, although they are great raw as well. Some people also like to make coleslaw with kohlrabi. Greg has added that to his to-do list this year. Travis just finished adding some stakes to his determinate tomatoes in the garden. The guys discuss different methods on why and how they like to add their twine around the tomato plants. Viewer Questions Segment On the question and answer segment, the guys answer questions about organic pesticides and lettuce germination tips for non-greenhouse owners. Greg explains that any pesticide with the suffix "cide" designates that it was designed to kill something. The safest and best insecticide for preserving beneficial insect populations is Neem Oil. Another great organic pesticide is B.t., which works pretty much only on worms. As always, the best time to apply these pesticides is late in the afternoon in your garden. Travis gives some tips to help with germination for non-greenhouse gardeners. If you have any kind of problems with germination, it is a good idea to use pelleted and primed lettuce seed. Pelleted seeds offer wonderful germination rates, they're easier to seed in the seed trays and they're quick to germinate. Products Mentioned in the Show Calshot Romaine Lettuce Starfighter Lettuce 8 Mil Drip Tape Irrigation Kit https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n0UNOtGC72o&t=103s
How Much Water Does Your Garden Need Knowing how much to water your garden can be rather tricky because there are so many variables at play. In general, vegetable crops in the garden need about 1 to 1.5 inches of water per week. If an entire acre was to receive an inch of water, that would equal 27,154 gallons of water. If you convert that to a smaller scale, that would equate to 0.6 gallons per square foot per week. Our 8 mil drip tape has an output rate of 0.4 gallons per minute per 100 feet. In other words, it would take 1,000 minutes or 16 hours for a single emitter to output 4 gallons of water. A common mistake is watering more than the holding capacity of the soil. The more dense the soil, the better the holding capacity and the longer you can water at one time. For sandy soils, the holding capacity will be lower and you should only water a maximum of 1.5 hours at a time. For clay soils, the holding capacity can be double and you could thus run the water for up to 3 hours a time before wasting water. Factors That Can Affect This One major factor is whether you are using subsurface or surface drip. Subsurface drip tape is buried below the soil surface and is the most efficient and conservative way of watering the garden. Surface drip sits on the soil surface and will result in loss of water through evaporation. This will require longer watering times because the water is not being delivered directly to the plant roots. Another factor is the placement of your crops. If your plants are directly on top of drip emitters, you will need less water compared to plants that are located between drip tape emitters. Crops like tomatoes and peppers are typically planted directly on top of emitters whereas corn and beans are planted between emitters. Two additional factors, which we cannot control, are wind and temperature. These will also affect how much water is needed. Show and Tell Segment On the show and tell segment, Greg brought a kohlrabi bulb and explored some of his diverse language skills. After doing some research, Greg discovered that Kohlrabi in German means "cabbage turnip." Not only do they eat Kohlrabi in Germany, but they eat them in Vietnam and Bangladesh too. In Vietnam, they call them "su hoa" and in Bangladesh, they're called "ol kapi." Kohlrabi has a mild turnip taste and most people prefer to eat them roasted, although they are great raw as well. Some people also like to make coleslaw with kohlrabi. Greg has added that to his to-do list this year. Travis just finished adding some stakes to his determinate tomatoes in the garden. The guys discuss different methods on why and how they like to add their twine around the tomato plants. Viewer Questions Segment On the question and answer segment, the guys answer questions about organic pesticides and lettuce germination tips for non-greenhouse owners. Greg explains that any pesticide with the suffix "cide" designates that it was designed to kill something. The safest and best insecticide for preserving beneficial insect populations is Neem Oil. Another great organic pesticide is B.t., which works pretty much only on worms. As always, the best time to apply these pesticides is late in the afternoon in your garden. Travis gives some tips to help with germination for non-greenhouse gardeners. If you have any kind of problems with germination, it is a good idea to use pelleted and primed lettuce seed. Pelleted seeds offer wonderful germination rates, they're easier to seed in the seed trays and they're quick to germinate. Products Mentioned in the Show Calshot Romaine Lettuce Starfighter Lettuce 8 Mil Drip Tape Irrigation Kit https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n0UNOtGC72o&t=103s
Improving Your Garden Harvest with Pollinators Pollinators are essential for producing fruits in the vegetable garden. Crops like squash, cucumbers and watermelon will require pollination in order to make fruits. The more pollinators present, the more fruits you will have to harvest. In order to improve your garden harvest, you must understand the importance of providing a healthy and safe environment for pollinators. You should always be cautious when spraying insecticides so that you do not harm the pollinator populations. Even some organic insecticides like pyrethrin and spinosad can be detrimental to pollinators if sprayed during pollination hours. So it's always a good idea to spray insecticides late in the evenings, when the pollinators are no longer pollinating. You certainly want to avoid harsh chemicals like neonicotinoids. These are systemic insecticides that are inside the plant and will kill whatever eats or pollinates the plant. Neonicotinoids have been known to cause complete colony collapses in bees. Special Guest: Gary from BEE-LIEVE Today we had a special guest -- Gary from BEE-LIEVE Farms. Gary spends the majority of his day working with bees. Greg and Gary discuss how poor pollination can cause fruits to be distorted or rotten on the ends. They also provide helpful tips to start and maintain a beehive in your garden. According to Gary, the best pollinating insect for a vegetable garden is the European Honeybee. He calls these the "true working bee." If you do not have access to a beehive, you can increase pollinator presence by planting flowers and other plants that will attract native bees. Planting flowers such as zinnias, sunflowers and cosmos will help because those flowers have easily accessible nectar for the bees to feed. If you do decide to purchase a beehive for your homestead or garden, Gary suggests doing adequate research to educate yourself on how to maintain and care for the bees. Check out BEE-LIEVE Apiaries & Farm: https://bee-lieveapiaries.com/ Show and Tell Segment On the show and tell segment, Travis shows some of his Purple Haze carrots that he recently harvested. Greg tries dipping carrots in honey which he appropriately names "honey carrots." Greg has rattlesnake pole beans, squash, cucumbers, and potatoes growing well in his garden. Travis explains that his potatoes are growing extremely slow this season. Also, he made a little mistake in his new dream garden. He thought it would be easier to plant his taters at one end of his subplot, but it ended up being the hardest dirt that he has in the new garden. This might cause a small issue because potatoes like soft, well-drained, sandy soil. And this dirt is the complete opposite. Viewer Questions Segment On the question and answer segment, the guys answer questions about growing tomatoes in the fall and using drip tape for multiple seasons. Greg explains that growing tomatoes in the fall can be more difficult than growing them in the springtime. However, you can be successful if you plant your tomatoes early and use a disease-resistant variety such as Brickyard or Mountain Glory Also, have a consistent pest control spray program using Neem Oil or B.t. Travis talks about the best drip tape thickness if you intend to use it for multiple seasons. Travis always uses the 8 mil tape over the 15 mil tape because it is just much more flexible and easier to use, especially if you are reusing it for multiple harvesting seasons. Products Mentioned in the Show Yellowstone Carrot 8 Mil Drip Irrigation Tape https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KC2FUd0gD8Q&list=PLpE5HGhzrST9SIWO8FTk2rMrFONDmIl2v&index=12&t=0s
Improving Your Garden Harvest with Pollinators Pollinators are essential for producing fruits in the vegetable garden. Crops like squash, cucumbers and watermelon will require pollination in order to make fruits. The more pollinators present, the more fruits you will have to harvest. In order to improve your garden harvest, you must understand the importance of providing a healthy and safe environment for pollinators. You should always be cautious when spraying insecticides so that you do not harm the pollinator populations. Even some organic insecticides like pyrethrin and spinosad can be detrimental to pollinators if sprayed during pollination hours. So it's always a good idea to spray insecticides late in the evenings, when the pollinators are no longer pollinating. You certainly want to avoid harsh chemicals like neonicotinoids. These are systemic insecticides that are inside the plant and will kill whatever eats or pollinates the plant. Neonicotinoids have been known to cause complete colony collapses in bees. Special Guest: Gary from BEE-LIEVE Today we had a special guest -- Gary from BEE-LIEVE Farms. Gary spends the majority of his day working with bees. Greg and Gary discuss how poor pollination can cause fruits to be distorted or rotten on the ends. They also provide helpful tips to start and maintain a beehive in your garden. According to Gary, the best pollinating insect for a vegetable garden is the European Honeybee. He calls these the "true working bee." If you do not have access to a beehive, you can increase pollinator presence by planting flowers and other plants that will attract native bees. Planting flowers such as zinnias, sunflowers and cosmos will help because those flowers have easily accessible nectar for the bees to feed. If you do decide to purchase a beehive for your homestead or garden, Gary suggests doing adequate research to educate yourself on how to maintain and care for the bees. Check out BEE-LIEVE Apiaries & Farm: https://bee-lieveapiaries.com/ Show and Tell Segment On the show and tell segment, Travis shows some of his Purple Haze carrots that he recently harvested. Greg tries dipping carrots in honey which he appropriately names "honey carrots." Greg has rattlesnake pole beans, squash, cucumbers, and potatoes growing well in his garden. Travis explains that his potatoes are growing extremely slow this season. Also, he made a little mistake in his new dream garden. He thought it would be easier to plant his taters at one end of his subplot, but it ended up being the hardest dirt that he has in the new garden. This might cause a small issue because potatoes like soft, well-drained, sandy soil. And this dirt is the complete opposite. Viewer Questions Segment On the question and answer segment, the guys answer questions about growing tomatoes in the fall and using drip tape for multiple seasons. Greg explains that growing tomatoes in the fall can be more difficult than growing them in the springtime. However, you can be successful if you plant your tomatoes early and use a disease-resistant variety such as Brickyard or Mountain Glory Also, have a consistent pest control spray program using Neem Oil or B.t. Travis talks about the best drip tape thickness if you intend to use it for multiple seasons. Travis always uses the 8 mil tape over the 15 mil tape because it is just much more flexible and easier to use, especially if you are reusing it for multiple harvesting seasons. Products Mentioned in the Show Yellowstone Carrot 8 Mil Drip Irrigation Tape https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KC2FUd0gD8Q&list=PLpE5HGhzrST9SIWO8FTk2rMrFONDmIl2v&index=12&t=0s
F.A.Q's I was asked this question 4 or 5 times today. I guess it Tis the Season!So I decided to do a real quick down and dirty bonus episode today. I try to be proactive but sometimes we must go into a reactive mode. .This is what I do about pests in the garden and why.I mentioned BT in the podcast as an approved organic pesticide and why I don't use it. Here is one scientific paper performed by the European Food Safety Authority and the U.S. National Library of Medicine Institute of Health. If you perform your own search, which I highly recommend in any case, I believe you will find there are a lot of sites screaming "The Sky Isn't Falling!" Well at least in the U.S. anyway.
Preparing Your Garden Plot for Planting On this week’s episode, the guys talk about the different ways to prepare a garden plot for planting. They first discuss how to determine the appropriate size of the garden. They explain how they prefer small subplots versus one large garden plot. The subplots make the garden easier to manage and are more friendly to proper crop rotation. They've found that planting in long rows is not the best solution for crop rotation because you are limited to where you can plant year after year. They talk about different ways to prepare the soil on a new garden plot. These would include using a bottom plow, harrow, tiller or tarping. They suggest starting a couple of months before you intend to plant, as this will allow enough time to break up the grass clumps and get the tilth to a working state. Also, Greg says when you go to prepare a garden plot do not forget to do a soil sample test so you know what level of phosphorus, potassium, and nitrogen you need to add to the soil before planting. Show and Tell Segment On the show and tell segment, Travis has a jar of pickled okra that his father-in-law made. The guys try it on the show and talk about their favorite ways to make pickled okra. Travis brought a head of white cauliflower that he harvested from the demonstration garden at the Sunbelt Ag Expo. Although it can take a while to produce, cauliflower is one of the best-tasting treats from the cool-weather vegetable garden. He also has a head of purple cauliflower called Graffiti. With the purple cauliflower, you don't have to worry about much discoloration because of the darker color. This is a great variety that is rich in antioxidants and holds its color when cooked. We also carry a yellow to orangish, Flame Star Cauliflower that is a hybrid and has great heat tolerance. Greg talks a little bit about when you want to use calcium nitrate and ammonium sulfate. In the southern climates, you should use some ammonium sulfate on onions because it is a nitrogen source that contains a lot of sulfur which onions love. In the northern climates, you should use calcium nitrate to help supplement your nitrogen source to onions. Viewer Questions Segment On the question and answer segment, the guys answer questions about planting the Premium Greens Mix and how to manage squash borers. Travis explains that the Asian greens mixes are pretty cold-hardy and can be planted anytime throughout the fall and winter growing seasons. Succession planting these beds of greens is a great strategy to ensure continuous harvests throughout the cooler months. Greg says if we have a really bad cold spell they will take a little longer to germinate and pop up, but if you have warmer days it won't take long at all to pop up. They mention that squash vine borers are more easily controlled in the larval stage, but can be difficult to manage once adult populations begin to thrive. They suggest using rotations of B.t. and Spinosad to eliminate larval individuals and prevent adult populations from flourishing and doing maximal damage. Greg says instead of using B.t. he would use Neem Oil and switch it out with Spinosad. As well as, good crop rotation because it is not good to plant the same crops in the same spot year after year. Also, removing crop debris like eggs that can overwinter in the soil will decrease your chances of squash borers in the vegetable garden. Tool of the Week Graffiti Cauliflower https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QCpja4pSvEo
Preparing Your Garden Plot for Planting On this week’s episode, the guys talk about the different ways to prepare a garden plot for planting. They first discuss how to determine the appropriate size of the garden. They explain how they prefer small subplots versus one large garden plot. The subplots make the garden easier to manage and are more friendly to proper crop rotation. They've found that planting in long rows is not the best solution for crop rotation because you are limited to where you can plant year after year. They talk about different ways to prepare the soil on a new garden plot. These would include using a bottom plow, harrow, tiller or tarping. They suggest starting a couple of months before you intend to plant, as this will allow enough time to break up the grass clumps and get the tilth to a working state. Also, Greg says when you go to prepare a garden plot do not forget to do a soil sample test so you know what level of phosphorus, potassium, and nitrogen you need to add to the soil before planting. Show and Tell Segment On the show and tell segment, Travis has a jar of pickled okra that his father-in-law made. The guys try it on the show and talk about their favorite ways to make pickled okra. Travis brought a head of white cauliflower that he harvested from the demonstration garden at the Sunbelt Ag Expo. Although it can take a while to produce, cauliflower is one of the best-tasting treats from the cool-weather vegetable garden. He also has a head of purple cauliflower called Graffiti. With the purple cauliflower, you don't have to worry about much discoloration because of the darker color. This is a great variety that is rich in antioxidants and holds its color when cooked. We also carry a yellow to orangish, Flame Star Cauliflower that is a hybrid and has great heat tolerance. Greg talks a little bit about when you want to use calcium nitrate and ammonium sulfate. In the southern climates, you should use some ammonium sulfate on onions because it is a nitrogen source that contains a lot of sulfur which onions love. In the northern climates, you should use calcium nitrate to help supplement your nitrogen source to onions. Viewer Questions Segment On the question and answer segment, the guys answer questions about planting the Premium Greens Mix and how to manage squash borers. Travis explains that the Asian greens mixes are pretty cold-hardy and can be planted anytime throughout the fall and winter growing seasons. Succession planting these beds of greens is a great strategy to ensure continuous harvests throughout the cooler months. Greg says if we have a really bad cold spell they will take a little longer to germinate and pop up, but if you have warmer days it won't take long at all to pop up. They mention that squash vine borers are more easily controlled in the larval stage, but can be difficult to manage once adult populations begin to thrive. They suggest using rotations of B.t. and Spinosad to eliminate larval individuals and prevent adult populations from flourishing and doing maximal damage. Greg says instead of using B.t. he would use Neem Oil and switch it out with Spinosad. As well as, good crop rotation because it is not good to plant the same crops in the same spot year after year. Also, removing crop debris like eggs that can overwinter in the soil will decrease your chances of squash borers in the vegetable garden. Tool of the Week Graffiti Cauliflower https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QCpja4pSvEo
Howdy, howdy bug lovers! Today, the Arthro-Pod gang return to talk more about bed bugs! We know that they aren't the favorite insect of most people, but they are an important pest that deserves discussion! Last episode was all about trying to avoid bringing bed bugs home with you after holiday travel and today's is all about managing populations if you do have an issue. We cover heat treatments, using insecticides, why monitoring tools help, and even bed bug management on a budget. Tune in to hear all about it!Bed bugs can be up to 1/4 long when mature and engorged with blood, Photo by Jody GreenShow notesBed Bud Interceptors by Mike Merchant from Texas A&M AgriLife Extension. Insects in the City. https://citybugs.tamu.edu/factsheets/biting-stinging/bed-bugs/ent-3012/Articles about using interceptors:https://www.bedbugcentral.com/press/interceptors-biggest-game-changing-tool-encasementsInfestations are not limited to beds. Individuals who sleep on recliners or sofas can be bitten and have infested furniture. Products Mentioned:Aprehend - biological pesticide - Beauveria bassianahttps://www.aprehend.com/Cirkil - Plant-based biopesticide - Neem Oilhttps://www.cirkil.com/EcoRaiderNatural product - Geranoil, Cedar Oil (with university research supporting efficacy)https://ecoraiderusa.com/Bed Bug Field Guide App from Ohio Statehttps://cfaes.osu.edu/news/articles/new-ohio-state-app-helps-users-identify-prevent-and-control-bed-bugshttps://www.pctonline.com/article/osu-jones-bed-bug-field-guide-app/Video about Home Fumigation for bed bugs from Douglas Productshttps://youtu.be/Kc9DaGXh7s0
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DUDE GROWS CREW MEMBERSHIP HERE: https://www.dudegrows.com/value/ DUDE GROWS MERCH: https://chieftonsupply.com/collections/dude-grows-x-chiefton The Dude & Scotty Real Are Hanging Out & Waking And Baking And Answering Your Grow Talk Questions Like How To Find Neem Oil In Canada, Why Its So Hard, And How Neem Works With Various Modes Of Action, How To Tell If You Had A True Dj Short Blueberry Bud And How To Find The Same Or Similar Strain For The Same Effect & How Does Cannabis Absorb And Use Light And How A Far Red Flower Initiator Works & More On Todays Episode Of Grow Talk Realgrowers Recharge -8oz https://goo.gl/PCrSWH -16oz https://goo.gl/MlurOH -5lb https://goo.gl/oLNNeA
Cut Flowers in the Garden On this week’s episode, Greg and Travis talk about growing cut flowers in their vegetable garden. Growing cut flowers provides many benefits, but the primary benefit is to attract pollinators for crops that require insect pollination to produce fruit. These crops would include things like squash, cucumbers, and melons. Greg says the "The Flower Farmer" book really helped him understand cut flowers. Another great book that Greg recommends is "Vegetables Love Flowers". Their favorite types of cut flowers to grow are zinnias, sunflowers, and Celosia, also known as cockscomb. They prefer the Benary's Giant Mix variety of zinnias because they produce larger flowers and have a wide variety of colors present. Their favorite variety of sunflower is the Pro Cut variety, which is available in many different colors including red, orange and lemon. These have a smaller seed than a traditional sunflower and are the preferred variety for commercial producers. They work perfectly planted in our garden seeder. Greg mentions how they also make a great cover crop because they will shade the soil and reduce any weed growth. Another benefit they offer is they are pollenless meaning when you cut them they do not drip yellow pollen everywhere. Lastly, they talk about growing Celosia. Their favorite variety of Celosia is Chief Mix, which provides an array of different colors. Cockscomb flowers can get quite large and top heavy so these plants may need trellising or early harvesting to prevent stalks from bending or breaking. One advantage is they are really easy to grow and heat/drought tolerant. However, a disadvantage is they can become invasive and grow year after year which is not good in the vegetable garden. Greg mentions that he likes to grow dahlias, but he does not recommend them for someone just starting out growing cut flowers in the garden. Show and Tell Segment On the show and tell segment this week, the guys talk about growing potatoes in the fall. This will be the first year that they've tried growing potatoes in the fall. Based on the information provided by Greg at Irish Eyes Garden Seeds, it should work. They are planning to plant the potatoes at the end of August for an October harvest. They will be ordering the seed potatoes now and keeping them cool in the fridge until planting time. Based on the limited availability of seed potatoes during this time of year, they will be planting the Yukon Gold variety only. The guys also plan to plant some potatoes at the demonstration garden at the SunBelt Expo this year. The tool of the week is a newer product that they are designing called the Winged Sweeps attachment that will work great on the Hoss Wheel Hoes. Viewer Questions Segment On the question and answer segment, the guys answer questions about planting corn in the fall and Asian stink bugs. The guys grew fall corn last year at their demonstration garden for the Sunbelt Ag Expo and had great success. The insect pressure is heavier in late summer and fall, so more frequent applications of B.t. and Neem Oil are necessary. Also, providing adequate water via drip irrigation is a must. Greg mentions that they see many different variations of stink bugs and that they can be hard to control in the middle of summer. As a result, he tries to manage the populations with frequent spraying early in the year. This allows him to get the spring crops harvested before significant insect damage occurs. Greg says keeping the garden clean and neat after harvest will help reduce the stink bugs food source. Tool of the Week Winged Sweeps https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ex648dKaM2Q
Cut Flowers in the Garden On this week’s episode, Greg and Travis talk about growing cut flowers in their vegetable garden. Growing cut flowers provides many benefits, but the primary benefit is to attract pollinators for crops that require insect pollination to produce fruit. These crops would include things like squash, cucumbers, and melons. Greg says the "The Flower Farmer" book really helped him understand cut flowers. Another great book that Greg recommends is "Vegetables Love Flowers". Their favorite types of cut flowers to grow are zinnias, sunflowers, and Celosia, also known as cockscomb. They prefer the Benary's Giant Mix variety of zinnias because they produce larger flowers and have a wide variety of colors present. Their favorite variety of sunflower is the Pro Cut variety, which is available in many different colors including red, orange and lemon. These have a smaller seed than a traditional sunflower and are the preferred variety for commercial producers. They work perfectly planted in our garden seeder. Greg mentions how they also make a great cover crop because they will shade the soil and reduce any weed growth. Another benefit they offer is they are pollenless meaning when you cut them they do not drip yellow pollen everywhere. Lastly, they talk about growing Celosia. Their favorite variety of Celosia is Chief Mix, which provides an array of different colors. Cockscomb flowers can get quite large and top heavy so these plants may need trellising or early harvesting to prevent stalks from bending or breaking. One advantage is they are really easy to grow and heat/drought tolerant. However, a disadvantage is they can become invasive and grow year after year which is not good in the vegetable garden. Greg mentions that he likes to grow dahlias, but he does not recommend them for someone just starting out growing cut flowers in the garden. Show and Tell Segment On the show and tell segment this week, the guys talk about growing potatoes in the fall. This will be the first year that they've tried growing potatoes in the fall. Based on the information provided by Greg at Irish Eyes Garden Seeds, it should work. They are planning to plant the potatoes at the end of August for an October harvest. They will be ordering the seed potatoes now and keeping them cool in the fridge until planting time. Based on the limited availability of seed potatoes during this time of year, they will be planting the Yukon Gold variety only. The guys also plan to plant some potatoes at the demonstration garden at the SunBelt Expo this year. The tool of the week is a newer product that they are designing called the Winged Sweeps attachment that will work great on the Hoss Wheel Hoes. Viewer Questions Segment On the question and answer segment, the guys answer questions about planting corn in the fall and Asian stink bugs. The guys grew fall corn last year at their demonstration garden for the Sunbelt Ag Expo and had great success. The insect pressure is heavier in late summer and fall, so more frequent applications of B.t. and Neem Oil are necessary. Also, providing adequate water via drip irrigation is a must. Greg mentions that they see many different variations of stink bugs and that they can be hard to control in the middle of summer. As a result, he tries to manage the populations with frequent spraying early in the year. This allows him to get the spring crops harvested before significant insect damage occurs. Greg says keeping the garden clean and neat after harvest will help reduce the stink bugs food source. Tool of the Week Winged Sweeps https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ex648dKaM2Q
The Best Squash Varieties In this week's episode, Greg and Travis discuss growing squash in the vegetable garden. The most frequently grown varieties are probably the standard yellow crookneck and the black beauty zucchini. The popularity of these varieties if simply a result of availability. But there are many other varieties that have better flavor and higher productivity. They provide examples of prolific and disease-resistant varieties that they have tested and proven over the years. Some of these newer varieties include Tempest, which is yellow and Green Machine, which is a productive, uniform green zucchini. Summer vs. Winter Squash They differentiate between growing techniques for summer and winter squash. While summer varieties are a repeat-harvest crop, winter varieties are a one-time harvest crop. Winter squash will also need to be planted several weeks later than summer squash. Winter squash does have the benefit of longer storage, as most varieties can be stored for up to six months. Greg's favorite varieties include Delicata, which is an elongated squash that is very sweet and great for roasting. One of Travis's favorite is the powdery-mildew resistant varieties of Acorn, such as TipTop PMR. For a spaghetti-type, they prefer the smaller varieties like Angel Hair that smaller, yet more prolific. They discuss some summer squash varieties that they have tried throughout the years such as Zephyr, Golden Dawn, Sunburst, and Eight balls. If you are just starting out gardening and want an easy crop to grow they recommend growing summer squash. However, they should be planted early on to avoid insecticide and fungicide pressures. The only pest that the guys have had problems with in the past is pickleworms. These pests will bore holes into your cucumbers, squash, winter squash, and sometimes summer squash. To handle this pickleworm problem it is important to use good rotation with natural controls like Neem Oil, B.t. or Spinosad. Show and Tell Segment In the show and tell segment, the guys talk about the bumper crop of potatoes that they had this year. Out of the 7 or 8 varieties that they trialed, the ones that performed the best were the Jelly and Blue Belle varieties from Irish Eyes Garden Seeds. Both of these varieties grew very large, uniform potatoes that exhibited excellent disease resistance. They plan on growing both varieties again next year and maybe eliminating the standard red potatoes from the rotation. Travis has two varieties of his last round of carrots that he has harvested. The tool of the week is our digging fork that has a foot pad for right-footed and left-footed individuals. Viewer Questions Segment In the question and answer segment, the guys explain corn pollination from the male flower (tassel) down to the female flower (silk). Every silk on an ear of corn represents a kernel so when all the silks get pollinated from the tassel you get a full ear of corn. In the South, we have plenty of wind and water so pollination is great for the silks. In other areas, some people take cane poles to brush over the tops of the tassel to get pollination. Greg explains that problems with germination begin with planting two or three long rows of corn. To get maximum production, germination, and pollination corn should be planted in square blocks. They also answer a question about controlling ants on the homestead using natural and conventional methods. Greg says the best organic control for ants is Spinosad. It is a bait formation so ants will have to eat it and then carry it back to the queen to kill the colony. Another organic control that is sugar based is Monterey Ant Control which contains spinosad and iron phosphate. Tool of the Week Garden Fork https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dGIjombtFMs
Growing the Best Okra On this week's episode, Greg and Travis discuss all things okra. They talk about their favorite varieties of okra based on several trials that they've conducted over the years. Last year at the SunBelt Expo demonstration garden they trialed the Star of David, Jambalaya, Cowhorn, and Red Burgundy. The two okra varieties that came out on top for them was the Jambalaya and Red Burgundy. Although many people only grow the Clemson Spineless variety because it's probably the most available, there are many other varieties that provide increased productivity and better texture. The guys have tested the Clemson Spineless against the Jambalaya and Red Burgundy and it does not compare in production. The cowhorn variety tends to be more popular in Louisiana because they use it in gumbo. Travis says the Star of David is excellent for frying because the pods are large, wide, and round so it soaks up the batter and grease when cooking. Chris Smith, who is with Sow True Seeds out of Asheville, NC, has around 130 varieties of okra that he has collected over the years. He's currently has a blog and is working on a book called "In Defense of Okra" where he will elaborate on those varieties and everything okra. Okra is a crop that requires very little maintenance in the vegetable garden. It is not a heavy feeder, and so it doesn't require much water or fertilizer relative to crops like corn or onions. Greg and Travis recommend doing several succession plantings of okra through the growing season. They transplant the okra in spring, then direct seed several other successions starting in May and throughout the summer to have the best harvests. Show and Tell Segment On the show and tell segment this week, Greg has just picked a bowl of fresh blackberries from his thornless blackberry patch. These blackberries are extremely prolific and great to eat raw, in smoothies or to make delicious blackberry cobbler. They also talk about the cucumber varieties they have grown this year. They grow a "pickle" variety and a "slicer" variety each year. The pickled variety they are growing this year is called Max Pack, which is an F1 hybrid selected for productivity. The slicer variety they're growing is called Olympian, which they have grown for several years and prefer it for its uniformity and excellent production. Because both varieties are hybrids, they can grow them on the same row without having to worry about cross-pollination. The tool of the week is the handy twine knife or a "ring knife", which is a ring that you wear on your finger that contains a sharp blade that makes cutting plants like okra a breeze in the garden. Viewer Questions Segment On the question and answer segment this week, the guys answer questions about using Sevin Dust, a popular insecticide that can have a negative impact on pollinators and beneficial insects. Instead, the guys like to stick to more natural chemicals like Neem Oil that won't kill their beneficiaries and pollinators in the garden. They also answer a question about storing potatoes and other vegetables, and how washing these vegetables can affect their shelf life. Travis does not wash his potatoes or any crops until he is ready to eat them. The crops will last longer in storage if you let them dry out and store them without washing them off. Greg explains a little trick if you prefer to wash them before storing you should use baking soda because it will help that crop not break down. Tool of the Week Handy Twine Knife https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YCvKe2JGKsA
Fertilizing in the Vegetable Garden On this week's show, Greg and Travis discuss techniques and strategies for using fertilizer in your vegetable garden. They talk about the different terminologies used to quantify amounts of fertilizer, including parts per million (ppm) and pounds per square feet. While much of this terminology can be confusing, thinking about fertilizer in terms of pounds per square feet is the simplest way to calculate fertilizer needs. There are many different forms of conventional and organic fertilizers that can be used in a vegetable garden. As far as conventional fertilizers go, their favorite is the 20-20-20 formulation which has 20% nitrogen, 20% phosphorous and 20% potassium. This is a water-soluble fertilizer that works great being injected through a drip irrigation system, as it provides a quick boost to the plants that are noticeable in just a few days. Organic fertilizers include products like Chilean Nitrate, Fish Emulsion, Blood Meal, Bone Meal, and Compost. As far as organic fertilizers go, Chilean Nitrate is probably the fastest-acting and works great for side dressing corn before hilling. For the other organic fertilizers mentioned, the action is much slower because the nitrogen has to be converted into forms that are available to the plant. Compost is a very effective soil amendment to use before planting, adding organic matter and nutrients to the garden soil. Although compost is available in many forms, chicken-manure based compost is the most nutrient rich. Just be sure to add it several weeks before planting, so that you don't burn the young plants. Show and Tell Segment In the show and tell segment, the guys talk about the last succession planting of beets that are almost ready for harvest. They also discuss the F1 hybrid variety of Top Bunch Collards that are being harvested, and why this variety is probably the best collard variety to grow. They also have a red beet variety still growing in the garden. Travis has been overhead watering these beets because he planted them with no drip tape. He has been struggling with keeping them watered, but thankfully the rainfall we have got lately has really helped them out. However, with the extensive rainfall the last couple of days the guys have been struggling with downy and powdery mildew on squash and watermelons. They have been spraying a lot of Bi Carb Fungicide to help control these mildews in the vegetable garden. The tool of the week is our TubTrug Bundle that are long lasting harvesting buckets. Available in many different sizes that are flexible, durable, and UV resistant. Viewer Questions Segment In the question and answer segment, the guys talk about organic and natural pesticide solutions for controlling bean beetles in a vegetable garden. As with any organic pesticide program, spraying early and frequently is very important. To kill bean beetles or any type of pest, you will get the best results when you spray in the early stage or "nymph" stage, once they get to the adult stage they can be impossible to kill. In of the organic pesticides like Neem Oil, Horticultural Oil, or Pyrethrin is great to disrupt the lifecycle of the insect. In the second question, they talk about proper crop rotation techniques to maximize the potential of your garden. The guys explain that the best method for rotation is by breaking your garden up into small subplots. Not only will this help with crop rotation, but it will provide a more manageable garden. Not planting crops in the same place year after year and rotating crops around in the garden will help reduce disease and insect pressures. Tool of the Week TubTrug Bundle https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KFw5yBYtDnA
Fruit Trees & Perennials On this week's show, Greg and Travis talk about growing fruit trees and perennials on the homestead. They discuss many different types of fruit trees and bushes that they like to grow on their own homestead. These include mulberries, blackberries, blueberries, figs, and muscadines. Many of these fruits require very little maintenance once established. In early spring, mulberries are usually the first to produce fruit. These grow on a tree and look much like blackberries, but they don't have the larger seeds like blackberries and tend to be a little sweeter. Although wild, thorned blackberries are very prevalent in the south, they prefer growing the thornless varieties. The thornless varieties are not quite as sweet as the wild varieties, but they are larger and much easier to harvest. When growing thornless blackberries, you may want to consider some type of trellising system to contain the plants. Once they become established they are pest, disease, and insect resistant. They guys like to use them to make wine, jam, and pies out of them. Fig trees are also a great addition to any homestead. Greg talks about the fig tree program at Louisiana State University and how new varieties are being developed for improved production and better flavor. Most of the older trees you see are the Brown Turkey variety, but some of the new varieties make larger, more attractive fruits. Show and Tell Segment In the show and tell segment, the guys talk about lettuce that they've been harvesting from their gardens. They mention the Salanova varieties that are highly acclaimed, although they do tend to have some issues with the bottom beginning to rot if left in the ground too long. However, they seem to be very insect and disease resistant. There are also many varieties such as Adriana which provide a great substitute with a more affordable seed price. The guys have some Blue Belle variety of potatoes that they have harvested from the garden. They have had a bumper crop of potatoes during this growing season. Travis has a Bravo variety of radish that was harvested from his garden. This variety is a purple radish that has a really pretty inside. Greg shows off an eggplant variety that they had started trialing in their demonstration garden at the SunBelt Expo several years ago. Unlike your regular eggplants, this variety is called Ichiban or Japanese eggplant. A more slender eggplant that offers great flavor, Greg uses it mainly for frying. The tool of the week is the new single tine cultivator that works perfectly for close weeding and cultivating in the garden area. Viewer Questions Segment In the question and answer segment, the guys answer questions about cover crops and squash bugs. They talk about their preferred cover crops and what time of year is ideal for growing each. Greg has become a big advocate for cover crops in the garden because they add many benefits to your soil nutrients and reduce nematode pressure. They like to use cover crops like Broadleaf Mustard, Sunn Hemp, Hairy Vetch, or Crimson Clover. When using cover crops some of them can be invasive so you should incorporate them back into the soil before they reseed in the garden. They also discuss controlling squash bugs with all-natural and organic insecticides. These type of controls require spraying the plants when they are in the young stage and preventing adults from establishing in the population. Neem Oil, Spinosad, and Pyrethrin can all rotated around and used to control the squash bugs in the vegetable garden. Tool of the Week Single Tine Cultivator https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qQVvpVNg0eA
The Dude & Scotty Real Are Answering Your Grow Questions Today At 4:20PM Like, Air Cooled Hoods In Tents, LED Lights For Greenhouses, What Brand Of Neem Oil To Use, And What is Wrong With This Plant On Todays Episode Of Grow Talk
The Dude & Scotty Real Are Answering Your Grow Questions Today At 4:20PM Like, Air Cooled Hoods In Tents, LED Lights For Greenhouses, What Brand Of Neem Oil To Use, And What is Wrong With This Plant On Todays Episode Of Grow Talk
An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure...and this is even more true in pest and fungus prevention in the garden! Neem oil is a fantastic way to ensure your plants grow smoothly. Learn More: 20+ Neem Oil Uses In The Garden and Beyond Keep Growing, Kevin
In my second experiment to repigment the white patches of vitiligo I am going to use neem oil. Do you want to watch more videos about vitiligo?! Join me
Neem oil is one of the most versatile compounds you can use in the garden. It's an organic pesticide, fungicide and anti-bacterial that has uses outside the garden as well! Learn More: 20+ Neem Oil Uses In The Garden and Beyond
Local Hive Report, Killing Varroa with Sound, DuoHive, Beehive Jive, FLIR-Borescope Learnings, Area51 Beekeeping, Neem Oil, Upcoming and Closing Comments
Today’s an iconic day in Wonderland as we welcome our first male guest to WWRadio. Who better to break our longstanding (16 episode) gender gap than the extremely knowledgable and inspiring Brandon Gilbert of Hyperion Herbs? This episode is two firsts for WWRadio: in addition to our first male it is (I think) the longest episode to date since Brandon and I dive deep into critical concepts and inspiring insights. In this eclectic conversation we cover everything from the value of teachers & tools for learning to single task & shutdown technology, how to get started with tonic herbs, and learning to listen to your body’s needs. My favorite lines & nuggets from this interview: TWEETABLES “Having teachers who see us for who we really are is massively valuable.” @brandon1gilbert via #WWRadio w/ @katiedalebout “I’d rather spend time on my inherent strengths than waste time trying to be better at things I’m not good at.” @brandon1gilbert via #WWRadio w/ @katiedalebout “Technology isn’t going away & what we need to do is figure out what it is & how we can best use it.” @brandon1gilbert via #WWRadio w/ @katiedalebout “If something is really important, we’ll know about it.” @brandon1gilbert via #WWRadio w/ @katiedalebout “Develop the habit, because if your body hasn’t had something how can it miss it.” @brandon1gilbert via #WWRadio w/ @katiedalebout TIPS: Create a technology bedtime a few hours before you go to sleep and a set time in the morning to not check email until you absolutely have to rather than first thing when you open your eyes. Setting up a buffer of time to consciously decide to chill and not be so connected is going to set the tone for the rest of the day. Listen on [iTunes] (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/wellness-wonderland-radio/id669216566)! or by clicking the golden mp3 link below! or listen on YouTube! Brandon’s Challenge | Simple Tonic developed exclusively for WWonderland! A really simple and delicious Wonderland tonic: -8 oz of the best water you can get -1/2 tsp of organic schizandra powder -Juice of 1/2 a lemon This will make a delicious lemonade. Feel free to add sweetener if needed. You can drink it warm if desired, it works both ways. Schizandra is great for mental clarity, reducing stress, while also support stage 1 and 2 liver detoxification and boosting glutathione levels. Links we mention: Two herbs to get started with Gynostemma & holy Basil Hyperion Academy, it looks way cool! Check it out! Amazing Pumpkin tonic herb cupcake recipe from Brandon! Neem Oil, what Brandon recommends using topically on skin blemishes. Brandon’s Popular YouTube Channel Give Hyperion Herbs a thumbs up Facebook! Brandon’s video on how to deal with technology overload.
In my second experiment to repigment the white patches of vitiligo I am going to use neem oil. Do you want to watch more videos about vitiligo?! Join me over at the Vitiligo Friends channel. http://www.youtube.com/sculptmagazine MY WEBSITE http://www.vitiligocover.com Be my Book Facer friend! http://www.FaceBook.com/VitiligoFriends Subscribe to my iTunes channel for quick live updates. http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/vitiligo-friends-blog-talk/id417666433 MY TWEETS Nathalie http://www.twitter.com/nathaliep Vitiligo Friends http://www.twitter.com/vitiligofriends The sponsor: http://shop.vitiligocover.com
Have you ever wondered whether or not Neem oil actually works for a Plant Pesticide. You may have noticed after using neem that the past still remain. This blog post looks at exactly why neem is not a useful Pesticide. As well as Wyatt may not be working for you in your house plant collection. If you are new to this blog my name is Ashley and I am a soil scientist. I am located in a Canadian Zone 3 and a USDA Zone 4. I write articles, make YouTube videos, Instagram & Facebook posts all designed for Canadians and Cold Climate gardeners using science-based methods. If you are looking for anything specific be sure to let me know in the comments down below.Join our monthly newsletter!newsletter.gardeningincanada.netWebsite/Blog & FREE printables: https://gardeningincanada.netLeave Me A Voice Message To Be Included In The Podcast: https://memo.fm/gardeningincanada/——————
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