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Identifying Greenhouse and Garden Pests
It’s awfully important to know what critters you have in your greenhouse or garden. Critically important, in fact, if you want to use something other than a nasty, broad-spectrum pesticide to control them. But this is easier said than done. Fortunately getting super-specific isn’t always necessary — many good bugs handle a range of pests making general identification acceptable most of the time — and where it is, resources are in place and available to help you. Here’s a quick run-down of these resources.
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Plant Identification Course Available in NH
We thought this was interesting and wanted to share it with any readers within an hour or so drive of Durham NH. It’s a comprehensive plant identification course offered by the New Hampshire Landscape Association (NHLA). Some may feel it’s a bit pricey, but for thirteen weeks it’s a bargain. Moreover, it also sounds like an excellent opportunity for anyone wanting to have more knowledge of their flora. This is a copy of the announcement we received [edited].
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The BugwoodWiki Launches
Being that we’re into technology, we love seeing others in our industry embrace some of what is offered out there in the wired world. And that’s what the The University of Georgia’s Bugwood Network is doing: They started the BugwoodWiki. A wiki, just in case you’re wondering, is a community powered and supported internet reference site or collection or pages. It’s defined by Wikipedia, the undisputed mother of all wikis, as follows:
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A Down and Dirty Book Review
Since we were recommended as a resource by the author of this book, Ellen Zachos, Storey Publishing sent us a courtesy copy. We’re glad they did because this is an excellent read. The full title is “Down & Dirty! 43 Fun & Funky First-Time Projects & Activities to Get You Gardening” and the title says it all. With emphasis on “Fun & Funky,” this book draws the reader in with its vibe alone. Once in, the writing style will hook you. And if that doesn’t do it, then you will fall prey to the great photographs.
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