"Bees & Bee Supplies","You have probably heard of the recent plight of the honey bee. Now there is hope for home fruit crops in the blue orchard bee, or as it is more commonly called, orchard mason bee. The orchard mason bee has become a helpful ally in the search for an effective fruit tree pollinator. To maximize the number of bees for the most effective pollination, attention should be given to the depth of the home. When the orchard mason bee lays eggs that will hatch the following spring, it lays female eggs towards the back in each liner and male eggs towards the front of the liner. Too narrow and/or too shallow of a liner has the tendency to produce mostly male bees. Our Nester and Canned Bees Starter Kit have nesting tubes which consist of a liner, guard tube, and plastic end plug. The liners and guard tubes are the recommended diameter and depth.
Each spring when the bees emerge and begin nesting, remove the used liners and replace with new liners. In late September, remove the container to a cool location for hibernation. You can remove the now-filled liners and either refrigerate them or place in a cardboard box insulated with newpaper and store in an unheatead outbuilding. Hibernation at 38°F is perfect. Put the bees out again in the early spring, just before blossoms break. ","USE REGIONAL" "Pest Control Insects","READ BEFORE ORDERING:
Beneficial insects will be shipped immediately when ordered unless prior arrangements have been made with our office. Delayed shipments are not always possible. Additional shipping charges may be applied to delayed shipments.

Biological Controls have been used for thousands of years and they should be a part of your pest control program. Beneficial insects work by attacking pest insects and thus reducing their numbers. It is important to note that total elimination of pests is not required to grow good crops; it is only necessary to reduce pests below the damage threshold for the crop being grown. When using beneficial insects, it is important to avoid disruptive chemicals. Complete instructions included with each order.

All our beneficial insects are available year ‘round except the Praying Mantis eggs, which are not available August through December. We recommend releasing beneficial insects outdoors from April through September, based on your local weather conditions. They may be released in your greenhouse anytime.","USE REGIONAL" "Lighting for Indoor & Greenhouse Growing","Are you plagued with spindly seedlings that fall over?
To grow seedlings just like the professionals, you may need an artificial light source. Whether you are growing 1 flat or 12 flats of seedlings, we offer the perfect solution. Unless otherwise noted, our models have 4 bulbs in each level, all fixture frames are made from sturdy 1 inch square aluminum, feature a 3-prong electrical plug, convenient on/off switch, and are height adjustable. Don’t be fooled by less expensive models with only 2 bulbs that don’t get enough light to the seedlings at the side of the flats. Complete instructions included. Please call for freight quote on all lighting products. ","USE REGIONAL" "Crop or Floating Row Covers","Crop or Floating Row Covers
Many market growers and home gardeners from around the country plant sooner and thus harvest sooner using floating row covers. Row covers are gently placed directly on the transplants or over direct seeded rows, being careful to leave slack to allow for growth expansion as the crop develops. They protect from frosts and give earlier yields. Plants love the added warmth that the fabric provides, resulting in accelerated growth and maturity as compared to ‘’uncovered’’ crops. Row covers freely pass air and water, requiring no special ventilation or watering. As an insect screen, floating covers work well on flying insects, however, we suggest using the ‘’Insect Barrier’’ for this purpose. Anchor with a light sprinkling of soil around the edges or use fabric staples. No hoops or supports needed, it just floats on top of plants. Defeats carrot rust fly, cabbage fly, leaf miners, aphids and flea beetles. Lasts 1-4 seasons depending on its accumulated exposure to the sun.","USE REGIONAL" "","Which marker should I use?
Black Carbon Pencil: Permanently mark Metal Garden Markers.
Marker Pen: Use on any label, non-permanent.
Nursery Label Pen: Permanently mark any label.
Ballpoint Pen: Permanently mark Copper and Aluminum labels.",""

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