These are Japanese beetles, and they are not a friend to gardens. I have sprayed them with an organic fungicide/insecticide, and plan to walk out every once in a while with a bowl of soapy water and make them go for a swim if they're still around.
These look amazing, and weren't difficult to apply. I'm waiting the 12 hour requisite time to cure before taking it on the road, can't wait! I was trying to decide between the Snake Skin and SL2. I opted for the thinner, grippier, more durable option (SL2). They included a keychain made from Snake Skin, so I could compare. I think I made the right choice. When applying on contours, it helped to pull and stretch it to avoid wrinkles, I don't think the Snake version is that flexible. Besides, I don't want a wider tank!
...that blueberries are red when they're green?
Sorry (not sorry) for the dad joke.
I planted these Dukes in April. I was told they are 3 years old, and I have 15 of them, plated alternating with 15 Elliotts. I used coconut coir for most plants, but ran out and used an old bag of peat to mix with soil and acidic fertilizer for the last few. Not sure if it's related, but in the peat moss end of the row, only the Dukes are showing this browning leaf issue. Any thoughts?
I coached and counseled many young engineers before my recent retirement from GM. The fear and anxiety they deal with is heartbreaking. There is a profound need to believe this environment is temporary, and sanity will return. I hope it will, for the sake and wellbeing of thousands of good people.