What's growing on, Beehaw?
What's growing on, Beehaw?
Two weeks ago I collected seed from a musk mallow (Malva alcea) I noticed growing in a crack in the pavement, soaked them overnight, and scattered them in a pot. There are dozens sending out true leaves already and it's very exciting - there are these tiny emerald sweat bees (Agapostemon) that really seem to adore the flowers of this plant and I would love to grow greater numbers to better support them.
The recent rains after several months with little precipitation has driven a new flush of growth and some wonderful blooms in the gardens as well, and I really appreciate the look of the Queen Anne's Lace, Monarda, Echinacea, and Clethea together 
What's growing on with you all?
Here’s Why You Should Kill Spotted Lanternflies (if you see them in your garden) - The New York Times (free article)
Here’s Why You Should Kill Spotted Lanternflies (if you see them in your garden) - The New York Times (free article)
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Spotted Lanternflies Are Back. You Should Still Kill Them.
https://www.nytimes.com/article/spotted-lanternflies-nyc.html?unlocked_article_code=1.Ak4.LgGx.SfpMuU-VONji&smid=url-share
The battle continues against the colorful bugs. Here’s how New Yorkers can help curb the infestation.
