Day: September 5, 2021

Naughty little Invaders

Autumn Armyworm Attack My Lawn

Did you know your lawn maybe turning brown because the armyworm has invaded?  In this post you will find a photo of what the critter looks like and a video feature.  Don’t miss resource links below as well. Armyworm Attack My Lawn Video Armyworms are semi-tropical species that are known for destroying and discoloring turfgrass. Below is a video clip I put together featuring this naughty little invaders.  I am not happy with what it has done to my lush green grass this late August.  This past week I was telling my husband this is the first year I can remember the lawn being so amazing lush.  Come to find out, this pest LOVES the lush lawn too!  Checkout my video below with what these little critters look like. https://youtu.be/WIziXjuitPE Find this video on my Bren Haas Video Channel.  Most of my video features are on my Bren Haas YouTube channel.  IF you have issues viewing these just drop me a message. About The Armyworm The Armyworm is susceptible to cold and are unable to survive in Ohio after frost.  Entomologists from Ohio State University determine the pest is travel in fronts and weather from southern states.  Turf managers suggest success with the application of treatments such as pyrethroid or insecticides. As a result, here is a link to Ortho on Amazon where you can purchase these products.  Have no fear, the lawn will recover over time with extra watering if you decide not to treat.  There is so much to tell about these pest so be sure to check out Extension Office information for your state. Because the pest is effecting the Midwest, you will find more studies about it. Below are some useful sites with great documentation about the pest. Resources: Armyworm Management | Alabama University True Armyworm Infestation | OSU Fall Armyworm March Across Ohio | OSU Thanks for stopping by my site today! Let’s Connect Trust me,  sharing about the armyworm wasn’t my favorite post this week.  However, I do believe it is super important that you know how to find identify the pest.  Being able to ID the pest makes it easier to recover from their damage.  I hope you find this post useful and share it with your friends.  If you have something to share with me please reach out to my website and leave a message. Happy Gardening,

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Petchoa for Autumn Color

Petchoa Plant Are Perfect for Autumn Containers

In this post I share the new hanging baskets I put together using a plant called Petchoa.  You will see video along with a few unique growing tips below. Petchoa Plant in Autumn Hanging Baskets The petchoa plant in this basket is really making my front porch POP during the change of season.  I recently ordered some new toss pillow covers to use in the front porch as well.  This is one of my favorite spots to be surrounded by nature.  The video shows some fun growing ideas along with tips on keeping the plant happy.  If you have issues viewing the video be sure to reach out to me below: https://youtu.be/D9UxTIrmhhw This is one of my videos featured on Bren Haas YouTube Channel.  You can find this and other great plants I recommend on my website. Petchoa Plant Facts Because the petchoa is a cross between a petunia and a calibrachoas you can only expect the best.   It is a clean and tidy plant that doesn’t drop sticky spent blooms like the petunia.   This plant is also tolerable to heat and loves cooler weather in the evening.  There are so many reasons to grow this plant in your home garden that I decided to list a few of my favorites below: Outstanding color trailing and mounding habit making it perfect for baskets Easy care needing little to no deadheading Perfect for late summer to autumn outdoor containers and landscape The plant doesn’t get sticky like petunias Available at most garden centers year-round. I hope these reasons I love the plant inspire you to try some of your own.   The plants in this video and post I purchased at Walmart.  This post was not sponsored I am simply sharing to document my experience with the plant. Thank you for stopping by my website today! Let’s Connect It is going to be a another colorful Autumn in my home garden.  Be sure to follow along by subscribing to my Newsletter to get updates as they arrive. Happy Autumn Gardening,

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