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July 1, 2019haltonmastergardeners

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WOOLLYBEAR CATERPILLARS. This particular fellow, the banded woolly bear is black at both ends and reddish-brown in the middle. The banded woolly bear is found throughout the U.S., Mexico and southern Canada. This species is mentioned in winter-prediction folklore that claims the longer the black, at the ends of the body, the more severe will be the coming winter. As you might expect, science has debunked this legend by showing the amount of black varies with the age of the caterpillar and the moisture levels in the area where it developed. The adult moth of the banded woolly bear, Pyrrharctia isabella or Isabella tiger moth has whitish wings with scattered black spots. Iowa State University, Extension and Outreach, 2019. #caterpillar #moth #moths #mothsmatter #mothsofinstagram #insects #insectphotography #wildlife #nature #garden #bugs #entomology #lepidoptera #green

The October edition of CROSS POLLINATION is available on our website! In addition to our monthly 'To Do List' and 'What Growing On' a compilation of local gardening events, we feature 'Thugs and Invasives', by MG Allyn Walsh, a look at plants commonly found in our gardens that can be problematic and 'Spotlight on Native Plants', by MG Janet Mackey, this month featuring Aronia arbutifolia, Chokeberry. Finally Emma Murphy, Peterborough Master Gardeners provides insights into identifying credible gardening resources on the web. #gardencare #gardeningadvice #springbulbs #gardenlove #plants #flowers #mygarden #gardening #plantlover #plantlife #environment #nativeplants #bees #gardenharvest #summerharvest #familygarden #burlingtonontario #oakvilleontario #miltonontario #hamiltonontario

HOME GROWN GARLIC IS DELICIOUS AND EASY TO GROW! Fall is the best time for planting the humble bulb. For instructions look at 'Fact Sheets and Articles' under 'LEARN' on the Halton MG website. #growyourownfood #lovegardening #growwhatyoueat #growingfood #instagardeners #ediblegarden #garden #mygarden #gardening #allotment #homegrown #vegetablegarden #veggiegarden #organicgarden #urbangardening #organicgardening #kitchengarden #potager #gardenlife #greenthumb #gardenlove #growyourown #gardentotable #gardenlife #planting #garlic #planting

THE SEASON FOR PLANTING SPRING FLOWERING BULBS IS UPON US. For how-to's on planting, caring for etc, check out the 'Blog' at gardentherapy.ca for, How to Plant Bulbs in Fall for Spring Flowers! #flowerbulbs #bulbs #tulipbulbs #springbulbs #tulip #tulips #tulipanes #springflowers #narcissus #hyacinths #crocus #allium #alliums #anemoneflower #garden #gardeningtips #moderngarden #gardening

An example of Black knot, a fungal disease that appears as an ugly black corky growth, in this case on a plum tree. This fungus will eventually encircle the branch causing it to die and potentially spreading to other branches if not removed. #fungi #blackknot #fruittreediseases #fruittrees #fruit #plums #plumtree #plumtrees #homegrownfruitisthebest #fruittreesinpots #fruitgarden #kitchengarden #kitchengardening #urbanorganicgardener #organicgardening #growyourownfood #growyourownfoods #ediblegarden #gardenactivist #thehappygardeninglife

LOOKING TO MAXIMIZE YOUR TOMATO HARVEST! Make the most of the end of the season with advice from 'The Spruce' at https://www.thespruce.com/how-to-ripen-green-tomatoes-1402584 #lovegardening #growwhatyoueat #growingfood #instagardeners #garden #gardening #allotment #growyourownfood #homegrown #homegarden #backyardgarden #vegetablegardening #veggiegarden #organicgarden #urbangardening #organicgardening #kitchengarden #potager #gardenlife #greenthumb #gardenlove #growyourown #gardentotable #tomatoes #tomato #cherrytomatoes #harvest

Upcoming Events

Halton Master Gardener Meeting at 7:15 November 6, 2019 at 7:15 pm – 9:30 pm Royal Botanical Gardens, 680 Plains Rd W, Burlington, ON L7T 4H4, Canada Reminder to bring your own mug for refreshments. Check the refreshment schedule Meeting starter: Education: Halton MG Liza Drozdov will speak on “Growing Marijuana” Business meeting chair: Kate
Halton Master Gardener Meeting at 7:15 December 4, 2019 at 7:15 pm – 9:30 pm Royal Botanical Gardens, 680 Plains Rd W, Burlington, ON L7T 4H4, Canada Reminder to bring your own mug for refreshments. Check the refreshment schedule Meeting starter: Education: TBA Business meeting chair: Kate

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