Northern & Central Midwest
August, 2008
Regional Report
National News - From NGA Editors
Vanilla-Scented Verbena Perfumes Your Yard
Verbenas are stars of the late-season annual flower garden. They are great butterfly attractants and provide an airy feel to the garden as their flowers float above the foliage. Now theres a...
Neem May Inhibit Nitrogen-Fixation in Legumes
Neem extract is widely used to ward off a variety of insects, such as Japanese beetles, aphids, and scale, and also diseases such as powdery mildew. Its derived from the seed of a tropical tree...
Gardening Improves Health of Older Adults
Its widely known that regular exercise contributes to the prevention of chronic diseases associated with aging and helps maintain an independent lifestyle. While many seniors find regular...
Faux Coyote Scares Away Birds
From the manufacturer who brought you the scare-eye balloons and faux owls to help ward off unwanted birds comes another faux predator for your yard. The faux coyote is not just a one-dimensional...
In the Garden
Midsummer and Fall Insects
Most of us in the Midwest had a wonderfully wet and somewhat cool start to the summer. It's great for us, but it's also great for the bugs and diseases. Here are some things to watch out for as we crest summer and move toward fall.
Scale
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Resources
Web Finds
Managing Japanese Beetles from the USDA This Managing the Japanese Beetle handbook for homeowners tells you everything you could...
Favorite or New Plant
Chambertin Oriental Lily I have a place in my heart for Oriental lilies, and 'Chambertin' is stunning. It's a deep rosy...
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