Master Gardeners of Northern Virginia
Over 40 Years of Growing Gardens and Gardeners
Part 4. Residential Land Use: Invasive Species
Natural habitat loss results not only from human incursion but by introduction—intentionally or accidentally—of invasive non-native plants and insects. Read about the harm invasive species cause. Watch invasive insects in action. Learn what YOU can do to combat invasive species! #PollinatorWeek #inVAsives
May is a great time to learn how to effectively prevent mosquitos and ticks in your yard! Best strategies for protecting yourselves from mosquitoes and ticks are to manage habitat, especially standing water where mosquitoes can breed, wear long sleeves and pants, and use a mosquito repellent
As you enjoy the spring blooms this May, start strategizing ways to keep mosquitoes and ticks at bay in your yard without the use of pesticides. Our May 20 class, "Controlling Mosquitoes and Ticks in Your Yard Without Pesticides, describes an integrated pest management approach based on an understanding of the life cycles of these insects.
During National Pollinator Week we challenged you to test your pollinator identification skills. Each day we featured a pollinator or two on our Facebook page with clues to the identity. This week we provide answers in three parts. Part 1 focuses on bees, wasps and flies.
