Stinging insects are ubiquitous in the south.
I continued my Florida trip this week with a stop in Tallahassee. Although the weather was cooler, we were still able to have an afternoon in the park. I sat on a retaining wall, enjoying the unusual feeling of bare feet in December. I was snatched from my reverie by a painful sensation: No! My feet were enrobed with a swarm of biting ants. After entertaining the children with my herky-jerky “ant dance,” I managed to dislodge the pests before they made it past my knees. Unfortunately, the mulch we use in our parks and gardens also makes a fine home for many species of ants. If ants overrun your garden, try organic methods to reduce their numbers.
