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Q: What can I do about the many spiders that seem to be coming into my house?
A. Spiders tend to move into homes with the onset of cooler weather-they are seeking water and warmth. Make sure all windows are sealed securely to prevent their entrance. If needed, they can be controlled by many common household insecticide aerosols or by spraying or painting residual insecticides in corners and along baseboards. Also, outdoors applications may be effective. Be sure to read and follow all instructions on the label. For more information on Spiders in the Home, read CSU Fact Sheet #5.512 from ext.colostate.edu, or call your local Extension Office.
Q: Should I dig my gladiolus corms before winter?
A. Yes. Bulbs, corms or roots from amaryllis, cannas, callas, dahlias, gladiolus, lilies and tuberous begonias must be dug in the fall at first frost and placed in dry, frost-free storage. These tender plants cannot survive our cold, harsh winters in the garden
For information on a variety of horticulture topics visit www.planttalk.org, or call the Colorado State University Extension office in your county.
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