Ready to discover the world of dragonflies and learn how they can benefit your garden? Join us as we chat with Pat Murphy, a Placer County Master Gardener and dragonfly enthusiast, who shares her wealth of knowledge on these incredible insects. With a 95% success rate as predators and the ability to control mosquito populations, dragonflies are a gardener's best friend. We'll also hear from America's favorite retired college horticultural professor, Debbie Flower, as she teaches us how to up-pot tomato plants for a quickerharvest.Previous episodes, show notes, links, product information, and transcripts at the home site for Garden Basics with Farmer Fred, GardenBasics.net. Transcripts and episode chapters also available at BuzzsproutPictured:  Flame Skimmer DragonflyLinks: Subscribe to the free, Beyond the Garden Basics Newsletter https://gardenbasics.substack.comSmart Pots https://smartpots.com/fred/ Dave Wilson Nursery https://www.davewilson.com/home-garden/Flashback Episode: #182 Growing Raspberries, Blackberries, BoysenberriesDragonfly info:Garden Good Guys: DragonfliesKnow Your DragonfliesHow Dragonflies Catch Prey in Mid-AirDragonfliesDragonfly (Wikipedia)Outdoor Water Features (Amazon)All About Farmer Fred: The GardenBasics.net websiteThe Garden Basics with Farmer Fred Newsletter, Beyond the Basics https://gardenbasics.substack.comThe Farmer Fred Rant! Blog http://farmerfredrant.blogspot.comFacebook:  "Get Growing with Farmer Fred" Instagram: farmerfredhoffman Twitter: @farmerfredFarmer Fred Garden Minute Videos on YouTube As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases from possible links mentioned here.Got a garden question? • Leave an audio question without making a phone call via Speakpipe, at https://www.speakpipe.com/gardenbasics• E-mail: fred@farmerfred.com• Call or text us the question: 916-292-8964. • Fill out the contact box at GardenBasics.net Ask a FarmerScientists, farmers and food professionals answering questions about the food you eat.Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifyThank you for listening, subscribing and commenting on the Garden Basics with Farmer Fred podcast and the Beyond the Garden Basics Newsletter