AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoHeat & Plant Care: With July heat stressing crops, gardeners are being urged to manage leaf scorch and flower drop, plus keep tomatoes producing by removing yellowing leaves and staying on top of pruning. Pest Watch: Aphids are back in focus, with guides on spotting honeydew and sooty mold, while tick coverage highlights practical bite prevention and a free local training plus “tick prevention kit” for outdoor workers and gardeners. Wildlife-Friendly Gardening: A “moon garden” push spotlights native moths and other night wildlife, pairing well with advice to avoid pesticides and plant for dusk-and-dawn visitors. Community & Culture: Devon’s Love Your Yard eco program celebrates native, pollinator-rich landscapes, while Johannesburg’s LitDistrict brings library tours and park events for book lovers. How-To Gardening: Fairy garden planters get a simple recipe, companion planting “matchmaking” returns (tomatoes + basil), and UK basil fans are told to pinch weekly for bushier leaves. Local Events: Secret garden tours and garden walks are on the calendar, including an Owatonna secret garden tour July 19.
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