Genetically modified mosquitoes are one of many new tools that could help with the control of mosquito populations and prevent the species' ...
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Planting for Wildlife
You can create habitat for wildlife by planting a variety of plants with different sizes and bloom/fruit seasons....
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Porous Is Smart
Walkways, patios, and driveways are typically impervious. Excess water running off-site transports pollutants to local wate...
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Tick populations are rising in Alabama. Ticks thrive in high humidity situations. The recent hot weather and heavy rainfall the state has re...
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If you see long-legged flies in your garden or yard, don’t grab insecticide. These beneficial predators help reduce many insect pests.
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Rain gardens catch, filter, and hold stormwater. They are simple gardens designed in pocket-like depressions to capture rainwater fr...
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Learn about selecting containers and potting mixtures, as well as planting, fertilizing, and watering. Gain tips for mixed-plant con...
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The fourth in the Protecting Pollinators in Urban Areas series focuses on Integrated Pest Management (IPM) approaches to landscapin...
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*This is an excerpt from Top 10 Most Wanted Bugs in Your Garden, ANR-2283.
Aliases: skimmer, darner, clubtail
Wanted For: Preying on u...
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Why You Want These Bugs In Your Garden
Most insects found in your garden don’t harm plants. In fact, 97 percent of the insects you see fa...
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