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Beetles, newspaper, wheelbarrow
I have been gardening for many years. I was in the 4-H Club in Surry County and received a medal for gardening and a medal in entomology. I controlled the pests in the garden with praying mantis and ladybug beetles. I didn’t use sprays because the Sevin dust or spray would kill the “good” insects. To control weeds, we’d hoe the vegetables once at about six inches high and then we’d put layers of newspapers between the rows, with a few rocks or some soil on top. The newspapers would keep the moisture in and help to control the insects on the ground—they didn’t like the newspapers! With regards to growing tomatoes, having newspapers around the vines after staking keeps moisture in the soil. It keeps the fruit clean, and it keeps black widow spiders from hiding in a damp place. I had a total knee replacement back in the summer, and another suggestion is to plant your seeds in a wheelbarrow or in flower pots. You can see how healthy and productive the cucumber plants were. The squash did well in flower pots. Enjoy the outdoors and have fun. Betty Lou Wallace |
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