Tagged: beneficial insects

As temperatures warm, watch out for aphids

Aphids are munching away on this tender rosebud. Don’t let them get ahead of you, or they will destroy all the almost-spring growth. (Photo: Kathy Morrison) Spring arrived early in Sacramento. So did aphid...

Yellowjackets out in force this summer

This is a western yellowjacket. They’re beneficial insects, but will sting if their nest is disturbed. (Photo courtesy UC IPM) Watch where you step; it’s yellowjacket season. Late July and August are peak times...

Double-duty herbs are great in the garden

Rosemary is flowering now. The herb is super for cooking all kinds of dishes. The sturdy stems also are great to use for barbecuing meat or vegetable kebabs. (Photo: Kathy Morrison) While planting that spring...

Support your local wildlife: Plant flowers!

Seaside daisies attract a busy bee. Many native plants will be available during the UC Davis Arboretum plant sale. (Photo courtesy UC Davis Arboretum) It’s not too late to plant for summer – or...