All Purpose Landscaping COS

Can't get enough of this sunshine? Why not make a reason to spend some more time in your backyard? You'll be happy to hear that it's never too late to add more outdoor space! Adding an outside kitchen is a great way to increase functionality and enjoyment for all family members, especially when you're hosting friends or having barbecues on those warm sunny days.

Common Garden Pests in Colorado (and How to Manage Them)

FLEA BEETLES
These small bugs with large back legs come in numerous colors, including striped, black, bronze, brown, metallic, or bluish-gray. Small white larvae feed on the roots of newly planted seedlings. Adult flea beetles become active in early spring, feeding on plant leaves and stems.

How to get rid of them
Adult flea beetles will attack the tallest, earliest crops available. Plant a sacrificial crop, such as radish, before you plant your main crop. Once beetles start feeding, spray with a pesticide labeled for treating flea beetles.
Use screening to protect the seedlings, but remove barriers before the flowers come up so that pollinators can reach the plants.