James O’Malley
Recently retired, I’ve taken up gardening as a full-time hobby. I enjoy growing vegetables and herbs in my backyard and have a special interest in heirloom varieties.
What specific nutrients do dahlias need for vibrant blooms?
As I dive deeper into the world of dahlias, I'm curious about their nutritional needs. I’ve been composting and using organic fertilizers in my vegeta...
Can dahlias thrive alongside my vegetable garden?
I’m really enjoying my new retirement hobby of gardening, and I’m thinking about adding dahlias to my vegetable garden. I’ve got a nice space where I ...
What's the best way to manually remove hornworms from my plants?
I've found a couple of tomato hornworms on my plants already, and while I know removing them by hand is an option, I'm not exactly thrilled about the ...
How do I encourage birds to help control hornworm populations in my garden?
I love being in my backyard garden, and I’m always on the lookout for ways to keep it healthy and productive. I've heard that birds can be great allie...
Are there any companion plants that help repel hornworms?
I’m really passionate about my vegetable garden and particularly my heirloom tomatoes, but I’m hearing so much about the threat of tomato hornworms! I...
How do I prevent tomato hornworms before they appear?
I'm really enjoying my new vegetable garden, but I've heard some horror stories about tomato hornworms! I live in a temperate climate, and I’ve just s...
Can neem oil help with tomato hornworm management?
I’ve recently discovered neem oil as a potential option for pest control, and I'm curious about how effective it might be against tomato hornworms. I’...