Pests

Herbs (and critters) in the Garden

There is a long bed of peppermint on the South side of our house.
It’s 50′ long, keeps a lot of weeds at bay and cools the roots of several clematis I have growing up arbors. One of these clematis harbored a nest of little sparrows…until last night. Continue reading

Nectarine in the Herb Garden

Remember the Sacrificial Nectarine tree? Here it is bathed in early morning sunlight and absolutely glorious in pink! Continue reading

The Eagles Have Flown

Bald Eagles! They were hanging out in the cornfields and flying… Continue reading

The Sacrificial Nectarine Tree

Japanese beetles… I have read that besides roses, the fruits of peaches, nectarines and such are among the favorite foods for the hideous beasts. Continue reading

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