They are staying put quite nicely, which has me surprised.
They have covered all of my roses and are having a feast. I have put a
little pine mulch under each of the bushes like they recommended so that
they will stay local to the plants I have (I guess they set up apartment
life in it)
So far so good everything seems to be working well.




"Joanna & Mark" wrote in message
m...
I went and got myself a little bucket, picking up the southern slang as I
live here longer.
I have made a nice little habitat for them and will hope and pray for the
best.
I am hoping to get rid of the little aphids naturally.
I also got some of the mantis eggs while I was there. I will probably let
one of the sacs hatch inside in a friendly environment to let my neighbors
children watch.
This is very exciting and I will let you know how it turns out.
Thanks all for the advice too!



"Anne Lurie" wrote in message
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I don't know how expensive lady bugs might be, as I've never bought
hem --
but keep in mind that they may not stay put in your yard. (The little
devils never read the contract!)

Anne Lurie
NE Raleigh


"Joanna & Mark" wrote in message
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Does anyone know any garden centers in the Raleigh area that carries
them?
There are evil things on my roses!
Jo