One afternoon last week, my husband summoned me to our pergola-covered patio to have me look at something. He often calls me out to see anything he finds unusual, amusing, or lovely to see. It could be a baby garter snake, the first bloom of a flower, or a beautiful sunset. He really loves his sunsets.
Each year, the third week of June is set aside for recognizing the importance of our pollinators. When we think of pollinators, we instantly picture honeybees flitting from flower to flower. But they are so much more than that.
New University of Florida research shows that healthy plants with high levels of nutrients resist plant pests. As farmers get ready for spring planting, applying fertilizer enhance plant growth, yield, and reduces pests.