Posts Tagged: Garden

How to cope with Japanese maple dieback

I've had questions recently from friends about problems with their prized Japanese maples. Unfortunately, maple dieback seems to be a common problem of late...

Grubs in the garden: friends or foes?

Are grubs friends or foes? That really depends on where they are, how many you have, and your tolerance for creepy-crawlies in your garden. White grubs are...

Why bees swarm and what you should – or shouldn’t – do about them

This is the time of year you might spot the beautiful, majestic dance of the honeybees Although a huge, moving, whirl of bees may surprise and alarm you...

Get ready for the biggest garden events of the year

Tomatoes and pepper and herbs, oh my! Markets and tours will soon be popping up all around the Bay Area With all the much-needed rain we have been having, and...

What to do when woodpeckers or their kin attack your favorite tree

The best prevention is to be sure your trees are healthy and happy Wondering who or what is causing all that knocking, knock, knocking outside that's driving...

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