Squash beetles are the bane of my garden 😖 I have resorted to vacuuming them off my plants early in the day. I’m so glad I don’t have close neighbors because I look ridiculous vacuuming a garden 😂 it works great though 🤷🏻♀️
@unbr3akableminds3 жыл бұрын
Try putting a soap bar on a stick next to the plants the beetles are on, they hate the smell of Irish Spring soap bars!
@rwatts21554 жыл бұрын
Hi Siloe', Another great video! You said you had problems with ground hogs or marmots...I had problems with them for the past few years. A few months ago I adopted a golden retriever / cocker spaniel mix dog. I decided to try putting some of his poop in the corners of my garden and where I saw where they had dug under the fence. I am happy to be able to report that after trying the planted dog poop I have not seen a marmot since! The dog poop also has discouraged the deer from eating the hastas and lilies from my front garden. I periodically place George's poop around the front garden and I also put little sachets of his hair tied to the lily plants and voila! Deer B. Gone! I refuse to use toxic chemicals on my property, And I don't have problems with any kind of beetles like the squash beetle since I started raising chickens. And my ducks will chase you down for a slug! So now my gardens, birds, dog and I live in harmony with the heard ( 8 ) of deer. If ONLY I could find a way to encourage the squirrels to take up residence in another neighborhood! My peach tree and two apple trees were laden with fruit this year and I did not get a single peach, apple, or apricot! Blasted squirrels! Oh, well...they are cute little vermin and fun to watch.
@rosagapi4 жыл бұрын
Oh, Hi Siloe'! Thank you for this new video! you know, I've almost watched your whole channel, I needed something new.. a big kiss!
@suburbanhomestead4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching all the older videos. It helps a lot especially if you decide to watch commercials also. I hope you like the new ones from now on.
@rosagapi4 жыл бұрын
@@suburbanhomestead actually I do Watch the commercials (entirely) for all the channels I love! And your Is absolutely Amazing!
@joellandry93494 жыл бұрын
Those pesky morning glories are a real pain once they start to spread...love your videos, best quality on KZfaq by far!
@suburbanhomestead4 жыл бұрын
They are very tenacious
@omfug71484 жыл бұрын
I don't care for the taste of cucamelons unfortunately but on the plus side, the bees love the starry yellow flowers that the vine produces. Also, I don't think that I can ever eat another store bought cucumber after growing my own, the taste difference is night and day.
@KimiLeVadge3 жыл бұрын
Siloe', I think I love you. Your vocal tone is so soothing, and your plant and bug knowledge is beautiful. Thank you for being here for me to find you!
@suburbanhomestead3 жыл бұрын
You are so welcome
@Just-Nikki4 жыл бұрын
I planted cucamelons for the first time this year and they will have a permanent home in my garden for the foreseeable future. They didn’t seem bothered by pest pressure. They’re good for pickling and they have a nice POP to them. It doesn’t hurt that they look like tiny baby watermelons 😀
@stephkrunic38844 жыл бұрын
Last summer was our first cucamelon year and a trellis by the front door was IRRISISTABLE! I'm waiting this spring to see if self sown plants pop up. Thank you for the reminder to look for them!
@Just-Nikki4 жыл бұрын
Steph Krunic I don’t think I could walk through the door without snacking. I hope they come back for you. Happy planting!
@stephkrunic38844 жыл бұрын
@@Just-Nikki me too!!
@suburbanhomestead4 жыл бұрын
They are very "snackable"
@lizrising51424 жыл бұрын
Your videos just soothe my soul especially with your beautiful music. thanks you so much for sharing your talents with us all
@suburbanhomestead4 жыл бұрын
I really appreciate your kind words. Thanks
@msdramamusic4 жыл бұрын
I grew cucamelons last winter. I'm going to grows more this summer. I loved them. They grew very easy.
@robinmiller17834 жыл бұрын
Tried cucamelons for the first time also and I just love them. Cucumber with a lime kick. No disease like the regular cucumbers 🥒 get. We are all in on these for the future. Great vlog.
@bearfruitgardening69084 жыл бұрын
I cucamelons! I grew them for the first time last yr and they were so delicious and prolific!
@luckychicav79814 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you had a great year for cucumbers!! 😉
@suburbanhomestead4 жыл бұрын
It was awesome.
@Rekkarfox4 жыл бұрын
I'm fighting the same battle with morning glory in my garden halfway across the world in queensland, australia. Such a pain to get rid of! I'm also growing cucamelons this year, very excited to try them!
@freddieivory6253 жыл бұрын
Nice video. Thank you for sharing
@annabellatheartist4 жыл бұрын
ah good to know!! What a beautiful video! So lush.
@pacificpermaculture4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing your experience ! !
@wildchook7454 жыл бұрын
I was thinking of ordering some seeds earlier today and you put out a video about them. I hesitated because everyone I know that grew them mentioned that they can take over your garden if you don't watch them.
@suburbanhomestead4 жыл бұрын
They probably could take over, especially in a tropical place
@simonenash44374 жыл бұрын
I have learned so much from you and enjoy your videos! Thank you 😊
@suburbanhomestead4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for letting me know!
@cherylnorise4204 жыл бұрын
Hello, I'm glad you made this video. Those Beatle I thought were happy insects. 2 years in a row my cukes leaves just wilted. I didn't know why until today. So next year I know exactly what to do. Have an awesome day
@suburbanhomestead4 жыл бұрын
Yes. While most insects are happy ones, some are not.
@rajiv98194 жыл бұрын
For insect control try using BT or Spinosad after sunset. They are organic contact insecticide. To be more sure for beneficial insects try spraying at night.
@greatprovider81984 жыл бұрын
Also called Mexican sour gerkins. Too hot for them in west Texas during summer but great for fall
@stephkrunic38844 жыл бұрын
We have a HOT summer climate here in south Australia but we actually had great success last summer. Cucumbers have always failed in our gardens. The best harvest ever was 2 small bitter fruit....HOWEVER I planted cucamelons in 3ftx4ft wicking beds in the shade under a tree. In summer we get about 16 or 17 hours harsh summer sun and strong Mediterranean light so "the shade" is what we need to grow things - probably like you experience in west Texas. Do you have more shade to try? I've been happily surprised by how productive our "full shade" with extra shade cloth canopy over the top can be even when it's over 47°C!!! What are your best HOT season crops?
@suburbanhomestead4 жыл бұрын
That's crazy hot
@Citystead4 жыл бұрын
My kids love cucamelons, we have been growing them for 3 years now and their awesome, veru heavy producers. I have a very similar issue with groundhogs they are terrible, I trap a good handful every year.
@suburbanhomestead4 жыл бұрын
Yes, trapping seems to help, but new ones always find a way to appear
@Saria_894 жыл бұрын
I believe what you think is Mexican beetle is actually a squash beetle. You can tell the difference between them by the number of spots on each wing. The squash beetle has 7 spots on each wing and the Mexican bean beetle has 8. Not that it makes much of a difference for you, just thought it was worth sharing :)
@heatherwatson82734 жыл бұрын
Hi Siloe, so good to see another video from you. Would growing your vegetables in large pots be better than in the ground, I was thinking if the plants are up off the ground nothing else would be able to get to them?
@suburbanhomestead4 жыл бұрын
Thanks. I've seen them climbing over some containers to eat. The unstable cages seem to be the only thing that dissuades them.
@10xfarmstead854 жыл бұрын
You really need to try the groundhog repellent. It is organic. 😄
@suburbanhomestead4 жыл бұрын
But it smells terrible, doesn't?
@10xfarmstead854 жыл бұрын
suburban homestead, not that I noticed. I used it in my garden this year and it worked. It’s main ingredient is caster oil.
@10xfarmstead854 жыл бұрын
suburban homestead, I would suggest trying and if you don’t like then don’t use it again😁
@10xfarmstead854 жыл бұрын
suburban homestead if it had a smell, I don’t remember. If it did, it dissipated pretty quick. It is supposed to last for 3 months.
@Tan_Z4 жыл бұрын
Why do most gardeners say don't bother saving cross bred vegetable seeds, because they won't produce reliably? Aren't they the same thing as F1 seeds you buy from a store?
@suburbanhomestead4 жыл бұрын
Yes they are F1. There is just the chance they will not produce reliably especially in subsequent generations. I like to experiment. Most people just want what is tried and true.
@Tan_Z4 жыл бұрын
@@suburbanhomestead Thank-you so much for replying! I just don't understand why the F1s from the stores are considered stable then?!