How to Protect Your Plants from Pests

by Bailey Sons – July 15, 2022

Plants growing in your garden have a danger of being attacked by insects and pests.

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It is essential to keep constant vigilance and take the necessary steps to eliminate harmful pests and insects.

These pests and insects can also spread plant diseases while moving from one plant to the other. However, keeping on the watch can turn out to be very useful to protect your plants from these dangerous predators.

Using specific techniques could save your plants from insects and pests to a certain level. Prevention, supervision, and intervention whenever required are the key factors that can help immensely. As a gardener, you should know about the acceptable pest level. It is almost impossible to get rid of pests entirely because doing so may not be economically viable and may not be safe for the environment. You should permanently remove the plants infected by harmful diseases and try using locally grown plants. You can also monitor plants by inspecting and identifying pests in your garden. It is essential to intervene by using the mechanical approach of using tools like traps for rats, handpicking, or by using shovels for digging insects out where they breed. This kind of method is also known as Integrated Pest Management, and it is widely used. It is an ecological approach to reducing pests and insects up to an acceptable extent.

Apart from insects and pests, other larger animals may try to enter the garden and ruin your plants. The best way to get rid of animals is using a fence, barbed wires, or gauge field fence, which can be purchased from hardware shops or garden shops. These are some of the ways that can help protect your plants and keep them safe.

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Wood Poppy (Stylophorum diphyllum), also called Celandine Poppy, is a beautiful perennial wildflower that gives woodland gardens and sheltered areas a vibrant pop of color. Its golden blooms and lush foliage make it easy to naturalize.  Wood Poppy Thrives Almost Anywhere It's Planted Wood Poppy is incredibly simple to plant and care for, making it an excellent choice for gardeners of all ability levels. It grows well in a well-drained, organically fertile soil, preferring part to full shade. Till the soil, place the roots below ground, cover lightly, and water. Once established, Wood Poppy doesn't require much care other than a couple of soakings during dry spells and mulch to keep the soil moist and deter weeds. Seasonal Blooms and Color Changes of Stylophorum diphyllum In mid-to-late spring, wood poppies will bear yellow, cup-shaped flowers with a fragile, crepe-like structure. Each flower blooms for several weeks, which makes a cheerful scene in the shade. The flowers are topped by deeply lobed, blue-green leaves that appear like a shadow during the growing season. The leaves can turn a soft gold in fall before they are dormant in winter. Shape and Longevity of The Celandine Poppy Plant Wood Poppy clumps in small pods measuring 12 to 18 inches tall. Its bright flowering and dense foliage make it ideal for borders, woodland gardens, or naturalized plantings. Because it is perennial, it blooms again yearly, offering durability and stability. The Biome of the Celandine Wood Poppy at TN Nursery The Wood Poppy plants at TN Nursery are carefully grown and shipped as vigorous bare-root plants. These hardy wildflowers grow quickly, giving you vibrant flowers year after year. Plant Wood Poppy in your yard to create a long-lasting color in the shade!  
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Blue Lobelia

Blue Lobelia has striking blue hues and an attractive shape; this perennial plant can elevate the aesthetics of any garden or outdoor space. It is an excellent addition to any landscape design, from attracting pollinators to providing visual appeal. Blue Lobelia is a fantastic choice when you crave flowers that swirl together showy blue blossoms with vibrant greenery in bright spikes. It's a striking, solidly built plant that delights people and pollinators. The Aesthetics of The Blue Lobelia (Lobelia siphilitica) Perennial Several large flowers spiral around the stout central stem in an extended cluster. They are positioned most heavily along the upper portion of the stem. The tubular flowers have five petals with edges that curl attractively. Two petals form an upper lip—three fuse together to create a lower lip that is more prominent. Blooms are typically about an inch long and may appear solid or striped. While the bold flowers are the show's stars, the vibrant green foliage shines in its supporting role. The thick, unbranching stem stands firm and tall, allowing the plant to quickly reach two to three feet. Plants reaching four feet in height are not uncommon. The stems are wrapped in alternating leaves with no stalks in varying shapes. Some are shaped like a lance and finely toothed. These can measure up to five inches in length. Others are elliptical and can be between two and six inches long. Blue lobelia are primarily found in shades of blue or purple. However, plants with white flowers are also available. In addition, crosses with cardinal flowers may result in plants that produce pink blooms. Blue Lobelias Blooming Season This wildflower generally unfurls its blooms in midsummer or later and continues the show until fall. In many regions, you can enjoy the flowers from July through October. Blue Lobelia Has Exotic Flower Blue Lobelia are unique flowers that put on a fantastic show, so they're an excellent choice when you want something big, bold, and beautiful. They attract hummingbirds, butterflies, and pollinators. They flourish along ponds and water features, are favorites in borders, thrive in rain gardens, and delight when paired with plants like ferns, heuchera, or cardinal flowers.  What is the best fertilizer for the Blue Lobelia  The Blue Lobelia prefers a balanced fertilizer, a 10-10-10 mix that should be applied every month during the growing season. Organic compost also improves the soil and promotes healthy flowers.  Where does blue lobelia grow best?  Blue Lobelia can be grown in moist, well drained soil and partial to full sun. It is suitable for borders, rain gardens, or near streams.  How should I maintain the Blue Lobelia Plant  Blue lobelia require consistent watering as they thrive in moist soil. Remove withered flowers to encourage consistent blooms. Trimming back the stems after the flowering period helps to increase growth.  Can I grow Blue Lobelia in containers?  Blue Lobelia can be grown in containers with excellent drainage and fertile soil. Remember that potted plants need watering more often than those growing directly in the soil since they get dry much faster.  How long does Blue Lobelia last  Blue Lobelia is a short-lived perennial that will only last between 2 and 3 years. But it readily self-seeds, so new plants will sprout season after season.
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Painted Trillium

Painted Trillium (Trillium undulatum) is a beautiful, easy-care perennial wildflower with bold, striking flowers and low maintenance. Ideally suited to shade gardens or forests, this Indigenous species will add grace and nature to your landscape. Growth and Soil Requirements of Painted Trillium Plants Painted Trillium grows quickly in humus-enriched, well-drained soil. It will tolerate partial shade, just like its wild forested environment. To plant, rake out the dirt, plant just below the surface, and add a few inches of soil and water. Once established, Painted Trillium is easy to maintain, requiring only periodic watering in the dry years and a layer of organic mulch to hold water and add nutrients. Painted Trillium's Blooming Patterns Painted Trillium blooms from mid to late spring and has beautiful white-pinnated flowers with a touch of red or pink in the center. These intricate blooms flower for weeks, and they are a lovely sight. Once bluffed, the plant’s green lance-like leaves are thick throughout the growing season and contrast with the flowers. The leaves fall when the plant goes into hibernation late in the summer. Shape and Longevity of The Trillium undulatum The low-growing perennial spreads 8 to 16 inches, making it great for borders, rock gardens, or woodland ground cover. Painted Trillium can be replaced year in and year out and delights gardeners with its eternal beauty. Life Cycle of Painted Trillium at TN Nursery Painted Tricliums are carefully grown and shipped from TN Nursery as healthy, bare-root plants. These tough plants germinate quickly and prefer shade, producing distinctive flowers year after year. Take Painted Trillium into your garden, and enjoy its quiet elegance for years to come! ...  
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Wood Poppy - TN Nursery

Celandine Poppy

Wood Poppy (Stylophorum diphyllum), also called Celandine Poppy, is a beautiful perennial wildflower that gives woodland gardens and sheltered areas a vibrant pop of color. Its golden blooms and lush foliage make it easy to naturalize.  Wood Poppy Thrives Almost Anywhere It's Planted Wood Poppy is incredibly simple to plant and care for, making it an excellent choice for gardeners of all ability levels. It grows well in a well-drained, organically fertile soil, preferring part to full shade. Till the soil, place the roots below ground, cover lightly, and water. Once established, Wood Poppy doesn't require much care other than a couple of soakings during dry spells and mulch to keep the soil moist and deter weeds. Seasonal Blooms and Color Changes of Stylophorum diphyllum In mid-to-late spring, wood poppies will bear yellow, cup-shaped flowers with a fragile, crepe-like structure. Each flower blooms for several weeks, which makes a cheerful scene in the shade. The flowers are topped by deeply lobed, blue-green leaves that appear like a shadow during the growing season. The leaves can turn a soft gold in fall before they are dormant in winter. Shape and Longevity of The Celandine Poppy Plant Wood Poppy clumps in small pods measuring 12 to 18 inches tall. Its bright flowering and dense foliage make it ideal for borders, woodland gardens, or naturalized plantings. Because it is perennial, it blooms again yearly, offering durability and stability. The Biome of the Celandine Wood Poppy at TN Nursery The Wood Poppy plants at TN Nursery are carefully grown and shipped as vigorous bare-root plants. These hardy wildflowers grow quickly, giving you vibrant flowers year after year. Plant Wood Poppy in your yard to create a long-lasting color in the shade!  
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Blue Lobelia - TN Nursery

Blue Lobelia

Blue Lobelia has striking blue hues and an attractive shape; this perennial plant can elevate the aesthetics of any garden or outdoor space. It is an excellent addition to any landscape design, from attracting pollinators to providing visual appeal. Blue Lobelia is a fantastic choice when you crave flowers that swirl together showy blue blossoms with vibrant greenery in bright spikes. It's a striking, solidly built plant that delights people and pollinators. The Aesthetics of The Blue Lobelia (Lobelia siphilitica) Perennial Several large flowers spiral around the stout central stem in an extended cluster. They are positioned most heavily along the upper portion of the stem. The tubular flowers have five petals with edges that curl attractively. Two petals form an upper lip—three fuse together to create a lower lip that is more prominent. Blooms are typically about an inch long and may appear solid or striped. While the bold flowers are the show's stars, the vibrant green foliage shines in its supporting role. The thick, unbranching stem stands firm and tall, allowing the plant to quickly reach two to three feet. Plants reaching four feet in height are not uncommon. The stems are wrapped in alternating leaves with no stalks in varying shapes. Some are shaped like a lance and finely toothed. These can measure up to five inches in length. Others are elliptical and can be between two and six inches long. Blue lobelia are primarily found in shades of blue or purple. However, plants with white flowers are also available. In addition, crosses with cardinal flowers may result in plants that produce pink blooms. Blue Lobelias Blooming Season This wildflower generally unfurls its blooms in midsummer or later and continues the show until fall. In many regions, you can enjoy the flowers from July through October. Blue Lobelia Has Exotic Flower Blue Lobelia are unique flowers that put on a fantastic show, so they're an excellent choice when you want something big, bold, and beautiful. They attract hummingbirds, butterflies, and pollinators. They flourish along ponds and water features, are favorites in borders, thrive in rain gardens, and delight when paired with plants like ferns, heuchera, or cardinal flowers.  What is the best fertilizer for the Blue Lobelia  The Blue Lobelia prefers a balanced fertilizer, a 10-10-10 mix that should be applied every month during the growing season. Organic compost also improves the soil and promotes healthy flowers.  Where does blue lobelia grow best?  Blue Lobelia can be grown in moist, well drained soil and partial to full sun. It is suitable for borders, rain gardens, or near streams.  How should I maintain the Blue Lobelia Plant  Blue lobelia require consistent watering as they thrive in moist soil. Remove withered flowers to encourage consistent blooms. Trimming back the stems after the flowering period helps to increase growth.  Can I grow Blue Lobelia in containers?  Blue Lobelia can be grown in containers with excellent drainage and fertile soil. Remember that potted plants need watering more often than those growing directly in the soil since they get dry much faster.  How long does Blue Lobelia last  Blue Lobelia is a short-lived perennial that will only last between 2 and 3 years. But it readily self-seeds, so new plants will sprout season after season.
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Painted Trillium - TN Nursery

Painted Trillium

Painted Trillium (Trillium undulatum) is a beautiful, easy-care perennial wildflower with bold, striking flowers and low maintenance. Ideally suited to shade gardens or forests, this Indigenous species will add grace and nature to your landscape. Growth and Soil Requirements of Painted Trillium Plants Painted Trillium grows quickly in humus-enriched, well-drained soil. It will tolerate partial shade, just like its wild forested environment. To plant, rake out the dirt, plant just below the surface, and add a few inches of soil and water. Once established, Painted Trillium is easy to maintain, requiring only periodic watering in the dry years and a layer of organic mulch to hold water and add nutrients. Painted Trillium's Blooming Patterns Painted Trillium blooms from mid to late spring and has beautiful white-pinnated flowers with a touch of red or pink in the center. These intricate blooms flower for weeks, and they are a lovely sight. Once bluffed, the plant’s green lance-like leaves are thick throughout the growing season and contrast with the flowers. The leaves fall when the plant goes into hibernation late in the summer. Shape and Longevity of The Trillium undulatum The low-growing perennial spreads 8 to 16 inches, making it great for borders, rock gardens, or woodland ground cover. Painted Trillium can be replaced year in and year out and delights gardeners with its eternal beauty. Life Cycle of Painted Trillium at TN Nursery Painted Tricliums are carefully grown and shipped from TN Nursery as healthy, bare-root plants. These tough plants germinate quickly and prefer shade, producing distinctive flowers year after year. Take Painted Trillium into your garden, and enjoy its quiet elegance for years to come! ...  
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