Spring ushers in sunlight, blossoms, and the eager buzz of life returning to the garden. Amid this cheer lurks a quiet menace capable of turning careful planting into heartbreak overnight. Cutworms strike fast, usually at night, severing tender seedlings at their base and leaving gardeners staring at empty soil where lush growth should thrive. These…
spring pests
March Garden Pests That Show Up Before You Notice the Damage
March feels fresh and full of promise, but trouble already crawls through the garden long before flowers fully open. While many people focus on planting plans and new growth, several pests wake up early and begin feeding quietly. They rarely announce their arrival with dramatic destruction. Instead, they nibble, suck, bore, and chew just enough…