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Asked April 25, 2024, 7:38 PM EDT

Is this a tick and if so what kind?

Washington County Oregon

Asked April 25, 2024, 6:34 PM EDT

Haven't seen any pests under bark but believe woodpeckers are trying to get at something? After doing some research I think it could be emerald ash borer? Is it still possible to do a treatment on the tree? Thanks crystal, minnesota

Hennepin County Minnesota

Thorny bush ID #865939

Asked April 25, 2024, 6:15 PM EDT

Can you identify this aggressive, thorny, bush/vine in Massachusetts?

Middlesex County Massachusetts

Laying hens for sale #865935

Asked April 25, 2024, 5:20 PM EDT

Hello, I was told that the public can by laying hens from the poultry department. Who would I talk to about this?

Oakland County Michigan

Outside Planting #865933

Asked April 25, 2024, 5:16 PM EDT

Do you have a recommended date to start planting outside

Fairbanks North Star County Alaska

Canada thistle #865932

Asked April 25, 2024, 5:16 PM EDT

Hello I have a terrible invasion of Canada thistle, what is the best way to kill/remove it in the landscape and in the vegetable garden?

Hennepin County Minnesota

Rats #865930

Asked April 25, 2024, 4:48 PM EDT

I have wood rats in my garden and several other people in town also have wood rats. How can I get rid of them with out poison?

Franklin County Vermont

Grub Control #865929

Asked April 25, 2024, 4:44 PM EDT

When is the best time to apply the Scott's Grub-Ex 4 month grub control on my lawn? They say spring to early summer; is now (April 25) a bit early? Would mid-May be better as in better overall protection and kill off?

Hennepin County Minnesota

Natural deterrents to squirrels and rabbits #865925

Asked April 25, 2024, 4:20 PM EDT

Can you please recommend natural ingredients to deter rabbits and squirrels from eating new plants? I believe cayenne pepper is a good ingredient but would like your professional advice if it works alone or if there are other things to add to it. Thanks very much for your help with this.

Ramsey County Minnesota

mrs #865924

Asked April 25, 2024, 4:19 PM EDT

Hi, My native salvia is coming up with yellowed leaves on most of the plants that I have. The past two years I have been battling Asters Yellow virus on my coneflowers. Do you think that it could have spread to my Salvia?

Howard County Maryland

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