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I usually get questions about lady bugs during the fall months. But here is one today that warrants an answer.
.Q. How can you get rid of lady bugs. They are on most of our windows and are becoming a real pain .
A. Not knowing what part of the country this is from, my thought is that lady bugs have started to stir and if it is cold at night, they tend to climb onto the sides of houses during the daylight hours to absorb the warmth from the sun. These little gals are invaluable to our gardens. Once the temperature moderates days and nights, they will say in the ground and enjoy the dirt. But, for a few days, they are just trying to absorb the rays. It is important to be sure there are no small holes or cracks for them to get into the home. They can do a job with carpets if left to roam
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Farmers' Almanac Long Range Weather
February 12th - February 15th
- Northeast U.S.
Light snow, then fair skies.
- Midwest/Great Lakes U.S.
Flurries, especially Great Lakes.
- Southeast U.S.
Wet weather, then fair skies, milder.
- North Central U.S.
Flurries Northern, Central Plains east. Frigid! Approaching 30 below in parts of Montana, North Dakota.
- South Central U.S.
Scattered snow showers, very cold.
- Northwest U.S.
Gusty winds accompany scattered showers.
- Southwest U.S.
Showery, windy.
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