Natural born killers
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Organic gardeners can use nematodes as part of an integrated, non-pesticide pest management program. Gardeners should understand the life cycle of pests and attract beneficial insects, such as ladybugs, lacewings and praying mantids naturally. The correct predator or parasite must be applied under appropriate conditions for optimum results.
Publication Name: The American Gardener
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 1087-9978
Year: 1998
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Northwest paradise preserved; with patience and foresight, Arthur and Mareen Kruckeburg have woven a masterful tapestry of native and adapted exotic plants in their Pacific Northwest garden
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Arthur and Mareen Kruckeburg have worked for over 40 years to preserve a portion of Douglas firs on land that they own in northwestern Washington. Mareen, a exotic plant expert, has mixed native and non-native plants that love the shady environment. The Kruckeberg Botanic Garden Foundation was formed to protect the land.
Publication Name: The American Gardener
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 1087-9978
Year: 2001
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Growing hope for Seattle's homeless youths
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The program known as Seattle Youth Garden Works gets homeless youth involved in working on a community garden and selling the produce. Not only does the program teach job skills, it also builds confidence and trust. 150 youth have participated and most have improved lives after leaving the program.
Publication Name: The American Gardener
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 1087-9978
Year: 2001
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