by WellsBrothers | Oct 1, 2025 | Planting, Wells Brothers
A Healthy Plant Is a Happy (and Pest-Resistant) Plant!Just like us, a well-fed, well-rested plant is better equipped to fight off invaders. This is arguably the most important tip for preventing houseplant pests. If your plant is stressed out, it practically sends out...
by WellsBrothers | Aug 2, 2025 | Bugs, Wells Brothers
Mosquitoes: The key point to remember is that there is no magic solution for controlling mosquitoes. The most effective strategy is to eliminate the environments in which mosquitoes live and breed. Start by preventing larvae from developing by ensuring there is no...
by WellsBrothers | Jul 2, 2025 | Animal Care, Chickens, Wells Brothers
Raising free range chickens can be a challenge, but it can be well worthwhile for a more robust, healthier, more productive flock. But what makes free range chickens so desirable, and what special needs do they have for their care? WHAT FREE RANGE MEANSWhen chickens...
by WellsBrothers | May 5, 2025 | Animal Care, Chickens, Wells Brothers
It can be endearing to raise baby chicks, whether it is part of an urban homesteading plan, a family farm, or a classroom project. Young chicks are vulnerable and can easily become sick, however, and it is important to recognize symptoms of sick baby chicks in order...
by WellsBrothers | May 5, 2025 | Animal Care, Chickens, Wells Brothers
Spring is an amazing birding season and great for feeding birds. In spring, not only are year-round resident birds eager to visit feeders as winter food supplies run low, but returning migrants need reliable food sources as they head north to their breeding grounds,...
