Mason Bees: Nesting, Pollinating, and More
When you think of bees, images of a beehive teeming with honey might come to mind. But the reality is that most bees do not make honey or live in hives. In fact, 85% of the world’s bee population i...
Fall is the Time to Fill Carpenter Bee Holes
If you were plagued by carpenter bees during the spring and summer, fall is the perfect time to fill their holes for a carpenter bee free spring. Carpenter Bee Holes. During the fall and winter ...
Should you use DEET or choose a DEET-free alternative to keep bugs at bay? The debate tends to be a hot one these days. First, a little history. DEET is the name for N,N-diethyl-m-toluamide, an act...
Carpenter Bee Infestation: Droppings, Sawdust & Stains
Have you ever wondered about the brownish stains near carpenter bees’ nests? This unsightly stain is carpenter bee poop. Unfortunately, this unsightly stain is from carpenter bee droppings – to ...
Do Carpenter Bee Spray Foams Work? Our Expert Advice.
Why Carpenter Bee Sprays Don’t Work Imagine this... It’s a perfect summer afternoon and all you want to do is sit outside and enjoy the beautiful weather. As you relax into your cushioned lawn furn...
Pesticides: How to Avoid Them by Using Chemical-Free Solutions
Pesticide - it’s a big word that can have an even bigger impact. These days ‘pesticide’ seems to be a catch-all word for any chemical we spray to get rid of insects or weeds. To be a bit more exac...