Most plants do better with light, regular applications of fertilizer. Feed roses twice a month annuals every ten days with foliar spray. Do not fertilize when temperature is over 80 degrees. July Fertilize roses until the first of August. Pinch back chrysanthemums until mid-July.
Tea leaves act as an insecticide in the soil.
To discourage ants from walks and patios, sprinkle with equal parts of vinegar and water. After working in the garden, check yourself for ticks. Natural sprays test on small area and wait 24 hours. Don t spray in hot weather. Mix one quart rubbing alcohol and one gallon of water for mealy bugs, scale, thrips, and whitefly.