AboutFrank and Vicky Giannangelo Expertise We will research and answer all questions about organic gardening, soil building, square foot gardening, composting, mulching, planting techniques, sustainable gardening, sustainability, garden design, and how to create a simple reflection pool to attract birds and wildlife.
Over the years we have learned that plants respond to the garden's aesthetics, soil conditions, and the attitude of the gardener. The healthier the soil and soul, the healthier the plants become, and are therefore more able to resist insect attacks.
Experience 40 years experience in private and professional organic gardening, creating formal gardens, giving organic gardening workshops, and sharing our insights.
Organizations New Mexico Registered Organic Gardens
Question I had a fully grown row of scarlet runner beans. Then whole stems stated dying. I found that the stems had been severed anywhere from 12 in. above ground to about 36in. What could be doing this.
Thanks Peter
Answer Some kind of chewing insect - you could try BT, an organic worm and caterpillar biologic control, or at dusk you could use Rotonone (a powder) which is an all purpose organic insect killer...but wash it off early in the morning because it will also kill bees and other beneficial insects.
