Social wasps are a group of related insects belonging primarily to the family Vespidae(sometimes called vespid wasps). Being social means many individuals share one nest. Solitary wasps and bees nest ...

Anthracnose is a common fungal disease of shade trees that results in leaf spots, cupping or curling of leaves and early leaf drop. In Minnesota, anthracnose is most common in cool, wet spring weather ...

How to compost in home gardens.Unenclosed compost piles are uncommon in an urban setting since they usually spread out and become unsightly. Enclosing your compost pile in a structure keeps materials ...

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