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Re: Borers & Ants!

Welcome tot he list Barbara in Oklahoma!


. I cut the
> bottom out of an old one gallon plastic pot that I got at the nursery, slip
> that over the plants as soon as they come up or the transplant as I set it
> out.  I keep the lower vines off for probably 8-12 ", wrap the vines up
> 6-8"  with old remay and no borer!

This is a great idea! I don't think I've seen it posted in the past
here so I think you're bringing something fresh to the list!
>
> Also, I have Guinea Hens and they take care of the ants!  We have fire ants
> in this country although I have never seen them - great Pest Patrolers,
> those Guineas!

I've thought about guineas, haven't gotten because of the neighbors,
but I may just have to rethink that one.
Melissa in Eugene,OR where if I ever decide to get dressed again,
the cold won't bother me so much.
---
Melissa Wise
mwise@simreal.com

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