There are many, many little white balls underneath every area that has a bit of mulch in my garden in Winslow. Can you tell me what these might be? thanks ML
Could you include a photo? This could be very many things, and I will need a photo to help you identify what this is.
Question details...how do I control the termites that destroy the roots of a plant for example trees, green pepper and others
There are actually many ways to do this. You can make many of these remedies yourself. This collection of articles will give you more information about insect pest control, and many other helpful hints: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/organic/
In the last few years I have purchased potting soil to use to transplant my houseplants, It seems that every time I end up with these teeny tiny black bugs flying around in my home. Can you explain why this happens? And recommend some potting soil please. Thanks, LA LaVanchard
These are called fungus gnats. These are extremely beneficial to the soil, and harmless to your plants. Unless you actively seek and destroy these, they will be in any soil you can get. The only reason they come out is if the soil is too wet. They are a good indicator that the plant has been over watered. Otherwise, they prefer to be under the soil, and out of sight. These eat decaying matter in the soil, and help keep your plants from getting infected as easily.
If you still choose to get rid of them, you will have to provide extra fungus control to replace what the gnats are doing. You can use wettable sulfur once every few months to help control fungal infections.
Now to control the fungus gnats, you can mix rosemary oil in water and water into the soil.
Personally, I would just get some fly paper sticky traps and put them near the plants, and water less. But some people find them quite annoying so I could understand wanting to get rid of them.
I'm trying to find out how to beat the aphids on my Monarch attracting plant, cant remember the name, I've tried the hosing off and it just doesn't work. I just can't stay ahead of them.
My suggestion would be to use neem oil. This should be applied OUT of direct sunlight to avoid burning, though. Here is a collection of articles for more information on making your own pesticides, and other helpful articles: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/organic/
I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW WHERE I COULD PURCHASE THE PRODUCT MILKY SPORE?
This is where I go for such products: https://www.planetnatural.com/product/milky-spore-powder/
I have saved two praying mantis egg cases in a jar. A black ant looking insect is hatching out of the bottom of the egg case, what is it??
I wouldn't be able to tell you without a picture. Can you include one?
Should dormant oil be reapplied after a rain? Any additional info I should be aware of?
If you can apply this when you have more than 24 hours without rain, then there will be no need to reapply. If it rains right after you spray, then it may need another coat. This article will give you more information: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/fegen/dormant-oil-information.htm