This is the first year that I really noticed the Milkweed Bug. I found these bugs hanging out on the mosquito netting on one of the vegetable beds. Features: Milkweed bugs have a black wings with a red/orange x shape. Also, they have black antennas and reach up to 3/4 inch. Damage:  Unless you get a […]
Author: Crazy For Gardening
Herbaceous Peonies
I took this photo of my neighbor’s peony plant.  I usually just call them peonies, but technically they are Herbaceous Peonies. I am making the distinction because there are two other varieties of peonies. Features: 1) The peony blooms that I see in Pittsburgh are typically pink, light pink and white. They also come in […]
Sow and Grow Raspberries
One of the categories that I use for my website is how to “sow and grow”. When we are talking about sowing, this refers to fruit, veggies and herbs grown from seed. While I plant (not sow) raspberries, you get my drift! Outdoor Planting Tips:  1) Be careful where you plant your raspberries as some varieties […]




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