A lush, healthy lawn offers a host of advantages, making it a valuable asset to any property. The most obvious is the aesthetic appeal it brings to your home, a welcoming ambiance for residents and visitors alike. But there are other less-obvious benefits you can derive by investing in lawn care. Here are a few […]
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As we progress into late spring and early summer, we can expect rainstorms to leave pools of standing water all over the landscape. That means mosquito larvae by the millions. And as mosquito season begins in earnest, it’s time to be aware of the health risks these insects can pose. It also helps to learn […]
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Animals can provide wonderful support to children with disabilities by forming life-enhancing connections. Harmony Farms, a nonprofit in Cocoa, engages many such children through therapeutic horseback riding experiences. Therapeutic riding benefits individuals of all ages who are dealing with a wide spectrum of cognitive, physical and emotional challenges. Recently, Slug-A-Bug sponsored Harmony Farms’ fundraising event, […]
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We see them quite often this time of year. They flutter around our yards and sometimes get into our homes. Unfortunately for them, they resemble jumbo mosquitoes. But resist the urge to swat crane flies. They’re mostly beneficial. The crane fly is a fascinating insect with a unique lifecycle. Despite their size and appearance, crane […]
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They’re not centipedes. They don’t bite or sting. Still, some people recoil from them. Often misunderstood creatures, millipedes play a crucial role in our ecosystem. Members of the class Diplopoda, these multi-legged arthropods act as nature’s decomposers, breaking down decaying matter in the environment, contributing to nutrient recycling and soil enrichment. Millipedes are fascinating creatures […]
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If you see one, you can be certain there are many more – and a whole lot more on the way. Cockroaches are notorious for their prolific breeding habits, and will swiftly overrun a home if left unchecked. These resilient pests reproduce rapidly, with some species capable of laying a teeming multitude of eggs during […]
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St. Augustine grass, a popular choice for turfgrass in various regions, is facing a formidable adversary: the sugarcane mosaic virus (SMV). This insidious virus, belonging to the potyvirus family, has become a cause for deep concern in some areas of Florida, including Brevard County. The repercussions of SMV on St. Augustine grass are potentially severe. […]
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Roof rats can become a menace when they infiltrate homes or businesses. Capitalizing on small openings around utility lines, vents and pipes, these rodents easily find their way indoors. Their climbing abilities allow them to scale trees, utility lines, or nearby structures, allowing them to reach the roof effortlessly. Once on the roof, rats seek […]
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When it comes to landscaping, most homeowners focus on plants, flowers and shrubs to beautify their yards. However, one often overlooked element in achieving a vibrant and healthy landscape is mulch. This includes wood chips, pine straw, organic materials or any number of materials available at your nursery. Mulching not only adds to the aesthetics […]
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Multitudes of crawling invaders are here in the Sunshine State. Unfortunately, they have a ravenous appetite for your home. The Formosan termite (Coptotermes formosanus) is a highly destructive species of subterranean termite that has become a concern in Florida. Native to East Asia, it arrived in the United States via ships. The species is renowned […]
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