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Ken Beattie Q&A

Evergreen with Brown Needles
Q:The spruce tree in my yard has lots of brown needles all through the tree. Should I be worried?
A:
Spruce across Eastern and Central Canada have been suffering from serious fungal diseases. The sympt...  Read More
Aphids
Q:Is there a non-toxic product that I can use to rid my garden of Aphids?
A:
Aphids reproduce from egg to reproductive female in about 14 days, therefore it is critical to apply...  Read More
Burnt Patches of Grass (often caused by dog urine)
Q:How do I repair "doggie spots" on my lawn?
A:
Rake the "burnt" area with a spring rake to remove the dead grass.  Water the spot liberally to dilu...  Read More
Ken Beattie Biography
Q:Who is Ken Beattie?
A:
Inexhaustible, passionate and genuine are some of the words that leap to mind when describing Ken Be...  Read More