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When you think of gardeners, you most likely think of a person who has a large vegetable garden, perhaps well-manicured flower beds or a large lawn. You might be a gardener and not realize it! Andre Viette talks about the huge number of people who are gardeners and don’t know it. If you live in an apartment and have a couple houseplants, you’re a gardener!
On this episode of In the Garden with Andre Viette, Andre continues his series of tips for landscaping around your home. Proper landscaping can make your yard and gardens look great and improve the overall beauty of your property.
How high or low you cut your lawn can make a difference in how many weeds you have and the overall health of your lawn. On this episode of In the Garden with Andre Viette, Andre talks about mowing your lawn, making sure your blades are sharp and other tips for lawn care.
For several decades gardeners and landowners have been dealing with the Gypsy Moth, now known as the Spongy moth for its spongy egg mast. On this episode of In the Garden with Andre Viette, Andre talks about the history of the moth and attempts to control them.
Andre continues to talk about landscaping and designing you gardens for a new or existing home.
Have you seen hummingbirds and butterflies in your garden? That’s the question Andre Viette asks in this episode of In the Garden with Andre Viette. In Andres travels, he hasn’t seen as many as in past years.
Landscaping around your property can add to its value and appeal. Andre Viette talks about the landscape around new developments and the differences between those who seem to cut corners and those who really plan for a beautiful yard.
On this episode of In the Garden with Andre Viette, Andre and Mark talk about a variety of top plants including Helleborus, also known as the Lenton rose, a beautiful flowering plant that’s great for shaded areas. They also talk about virus’ that can infect plants and spread from plant to plant. Plus, they talk about aphids and other insects that can cause problems and how to control them.
The spotted lanternfly (Lycorma delicatula), an invasive insect originally from Asia, poses a serious threat to agriculture and natural ecosystems throughout the eastern United States. Since its initial discovery in Pennsylvania in 2014, it has quickly expanded its range, targeting more than 70 plant species such as grapevines, fruit trees, and various hardwoods. In this episode of In the Garden with Andre Viette, Andre and Mark Viette discuss the rapid spread of the spotted lanternfly, highlight the plants and trees most vulnerable to infestation, and share practical strategies for managing and controlling this destructive pest.
Most summers, by July, we’ve been dragging the hose around the garden and watering the plants and lawn. This year it’s just the opposite. Rain, for some folks, almost every day! On this episode of In the Garden with Andre Viette, Andre talks about the impact of weather on your plants and on you. While you might not enjoy the heat and humidity, Andre says a lot of your plants love the warm weather.