In the Laces: Wasps, Beetles, and a Snake Tale

Queen Anne's lace is a weed that pops up in the summer in the Okanagan from June onwards. It's delicate white flowers are quite striking and resemble little umbrellas. The flat-topped shallow flower clusters called umbels (word of the day) makes it easy for pollinators with short tongues, especially wasps, to drink nectar. I have … Continue reading In the Laces: Wasps, Beetles, and a Snake Tale

The Conchuela Stink Bugs are in Town

Conchuela stink bugs show up occasionally in large numbers in the Okanagan valley and can cause damage to vegetables, fruits, berries, grapes, and ornamentals. I have seen lots in a vineyard and vegetable gardens in the past. They like Oregon grape and firethorn berries. We are seeing a few nuisance bugs in the heat this … Continue reading The Conchuela Stink Bugs are in Town