Squirrels love fruit trees not only for their sweet produce but also for the essential nutrients, seeds, and nuts. So how should you keep these critters out of your trees? The various solutions can be ...
A bird perched on a branch with clusters of bright red berries, holding one berry in its beak - Westend61/Getty Images If you've ever grown fruit trees, you know the heartbreak that comes with it. You ...
If you have fruit trees, now’s the time to be on the lookout for codling moths. This is the time of year — mid-March to early April — when the adult codling moth, a little grayish-brown lepidopteran, ...
Q: I live in a rural area that is surrounded by large oak trees. They attract a variety of squirrels and other wildlife. Other than fencing off every tree, is there any way of protecting fruit trees ...
As fall settles in and temperatures start to drop, safeguarding fruit trees from frost becomes an essential responsibility ...
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Voles, rabbits and deer can cause severe damage to plants in the winter by feeding on twigs, bark, leaves and stems, but there are steps homeowners can take to protect their landscaping. Here are ...
Spotted lanternflies are back in Massachusetts "While the primary host plant of (the spotted lanterfly) is the invasive tree-of-heaven, researchers have found that it also targets grapevines, hops and ...
These humane methods will help keep your apples, peaches, and pears safe from harm. Squirrels love fruit trees not only for their sweet produce but also for the essential nutrients, seeds, and nuts.