Insects

Black Aphids

Black aphids are tiny insects that like to wreak havoc.  This year I was attempting to save spinach seeds and I noticed that my plant was attacked by black aphids. Features:   These aphids are black, oval shaped and are only 1/8 inch long. Damage:  They will suck the sap out of your plants – yuck! Eggs:  When […]

Sow and Grow Blueberries

Sow and Grow Blueberries

While I plant (not sow) blueberry bushes we are still including blueberries in the sow and grow section! Outdoor Planting Tips:  1) Just like raspberries, decide where you want the blueberry plants to grow in advance.  If not,  you may stunt their growth for at least a year.  2) Dig a hole bigger than the root […]

Daylily Varieties

Happy Ever Appster Daylily

I’ve been successfully growing Happy Ever Appster Daylilies since 2014!  While this daylily comes in different colors, we are growing Rosy Returns which is pink with a yellow center. 1) There are other color options in various shades of yellow, apricot, pink, red and plum. 2) These daylilies enjoy full to part sun. 3) The […]