What are the pros and cons of insecticidal soap?
A. Insecticidal soaps are specially formulated for insect control. They are biodegradable and nearly non-toxic to humans, wildlife and many beneficial insects. They are especially effective against aphids, mealybugs, mites and whiteflies. Because they don’t leave chemical residues, they can safely be used indoors on houseplant pests. Q. My new lawn didn’t get seeded last fall, so I’m going to be doing it this spring instead. Are there any particular pros or cons to spring seeding that I should know about? A. Wet weather may delay working the soil, but if you can get the lawn seeded, the availability of rain will reduce the need to irrigate to promote germination and early growth. Because the soil is cold, grass seed tends to germinate slower in the spring than in late summer or early fall. Spring-germinating weeds don’t have this problem, however, and weed control can be more of a struggle with spring-seeded lawns. Sodding may be an option, also. Q. I’ve been hearing a lot about wide r
