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                            <title><![CDATA[ Latest from Gardening Know How in Pests ]]></title>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Want Fewer Bites at Night? These 7 Double-Duty Plants Help Keep Pests Out of Your Bedroom and Boost Mood ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Don't let buzzes and bites ruin your sleep. These 7 gorgeous, hard-working plants pull double duty by actively clearing the air of summer pests while transforming your bedroom into a calm, mood-boosting sanctuary ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Tyler Schuster ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/mSKUEA2arP6ecsN3yT6xZG.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Do Predator Decoys Really Protect Crops? I Risked My Strawberries to Find Out ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Predator decoys promise to scare off birds – but do they actually work in a real garden? I tested one on my strawberries. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 12:30:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Garden Pests]]></category>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ kayleigh.dray@futurenet.com (Kayleigh Dray) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Kayleigh Dray ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/N7XFqKqg6Hxs3r6mTkABGK.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Baking Soda Makes the Best Mosquito Trap For Your Yard – Yes, Really ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ If mozzies are ruining your evenings on the patio, upcycle a plastic bottle and add two cheap pantry staples to trap the pesky critters, naturally. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 09:05:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Special Articles]]></category>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Say Goodbye to Mosquitoes, Flies and No-See-Ums – These 8 Fragrant, Pest-Repellent Plants Make Patios So Much More Enjoyable in June ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Perfectly placed pots with scented with oils that pests hate and you love will change your outdoor gatherings this summer. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 12:33:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Insects]]></category>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Tyler Schuster ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/mSKUEA2arP6ecsN3yT6xZG.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ 5 Easy, Natural Ways to Get Rid of Ant Hills in Your Yard and Garden ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Ant hills ruining your curb appeal? Try these non-toxic ways to rid yourself of those pesky picnic pests. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 21:53:34 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Insects]]></category>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Kathleen Walters ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/k7kkwdahQvFT8uekJrGDW5.jpg ]]></dc:description>
                                                                                                        <dc:contributor><![CDATA[ Laura Walters ]]></dc:contributor>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Tell Mosquitoes to Buzz Off With These 4 Climbing Plants – Frame Windows and Doorways to Keep Pests at Bay ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Growing flowering vines around doors and windows looks great, but it can also help with mosquito control! ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sat, 30 May 2026 16:01:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Insects]]></category>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Teo Spengler ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/uesxht7Hc3FbbwDPrdM9r9.jpeg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ This Simple 3-Ring Method Will Help You Pest-Proof Your Vegetable Garden for Better Harvests With Fewer Bugs ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Don't let bugs ruin all your vegetable garden dreams. Utilize a layered approach to your pest control for the best results. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 14:13:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Garden Pests]]></category>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Teo Spengler ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/uesxht7Hc3FbbwDPrdM9r9.jpeg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Worried About Ticks? Create an Easy No-Go Zone With This Simple Barrier Trick You Can Complete This Weekend ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Tick season is back with a vengeance. Keep them out of your yard and away from your family with this simple landscaping project. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 17:42:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Insects]]></category>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Tyler Schuster ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/mSKUEA2arP6ecsN3yT6xZG.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ 6 Gorgeous Flowers to Plant in May that Keep Flies Away – They Look and Smell Lovely in Summer Containers ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Summers don’t have to be beset with flies! Skip the bug spray and plant these fragrant blooms for vibrant container displays that create a natural no-fly zone ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 10:18:10 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Fri, 22 May 2026 19:09:01 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Janey Goulding ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/D3FBMK2Gb6XLqgSC4Ng3HF.jpeg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Got Aphids? Lucky You! The Surprising Benefits of Finding Pests on Your Plants ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Aphids might not be that bad after all. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 14:17:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Insects]]></category>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Teo Spengler ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/uesxht7Hc3FbbwDPrdM9r9.jpeg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ 4 Surprising Plants That Keep Flies Away – Tell Them to Buzz Off With These Perfect Patio Picks, so You Can Stop Swatting ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Don't let flies ruin your outdoor gatherings. Plant these herbs and flowers to keep your parties fly-free. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 02:19:03 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Tue, 12 May 2026 23:09:39 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Kathleen Walters ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/k7kkwdahQvFT8uekJrGDW5.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ How to Make a Quick Fake Wasp Nest to Keep Them Away From Your Patio – It Costs Almost Nothing and Takes Just Minutes to Complete ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ A simple household item could save you from pesky wasps dive-bombing your backyard barbeques this summer. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 00:05:22 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Insects]]></category>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Tyler Schuster ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/mSKUEA2arP6ecsN3yT6xZG.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ This Common Bird Feeder Mistake Will Bring Rats to Your Yard – But There’s a Quick Way to Fix It ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Rats are more active than ever this time of year – but that doesn’t mean your backyard birds have to miss out. Here’s how to keep rodents away from your feeder. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 16:49:06 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Garden Pests]]></category>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ kayleigh.dray@futurenet.com (Kayleigh Dray) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Kayleigh Dray ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/N7XFqKqg6Hxs3r6mTkABGK.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Want Fewer Slugs This Summer? Adding a Simple Toad Abode Can Protect Your Flower Beds and Boost Your Soil Health for Free ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ They may not turn into Prince Charming, but they can wipe out 10,000 pests in a gardening season. Sounds too good to be true? Here’s why you need a toad abode, and why now is the best time to give local toads a place to snooze ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 08:16:55 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:12:23 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Tyler Schuster ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/mSKUEA2arP6ecsN3yT6xZG.jpg ]]></dc:description>
                                                                                                        <dc:contributor><![CDATA[ Amy Draiss ]]></dc:contributor>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ 6 Weird Slug Hacks Gardeners Swear By – and Which Ones Actually Work ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Slugs ruining your garden? Try these weird, but genius ways  to banish them and save your crops! ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 14:19:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Insects]]></category>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Teo Spengler ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/uesxht7Hc3FbbwDPrdM9r9.jpeg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Chic Wildlife Houses to Welcome Beneficial Critters & Control Garden Pests This Spring – Natural Pest Control Never Looked So Good! ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ These stylish wildlife homes work as gorgeous garden decor as well as providing habitat for ladybugs, birds, toads, bats, bees and butterflies who all help to control backyard pests. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 08:40:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 17:06:43 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Emma Kendell ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/tUgBSMMXhB4a7nsZgiMKNd.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Ants Leave My Patio Alone All Summer, Thanks to This One Plant – and it’s So Cheap & Easy to Grow From Seed ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ If you’re only going to add one plant to your garden this year, make it this one: it gets rid of ants on your patio and smells amazing. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 08:50:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Garden Pests]]></category>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Emma Kendell ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/tUgBSMMXhB4a7nsZgiMKNd.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ The $1 Slug Hack That Works Better Than Anything Else I’ve Tried in My Garden – My Seedlings Are Finally Safe! ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/the-one-dollar-slug-control-hack-that-actually-works</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Forget copper tape, beer traps and even nematodes: cost per slug captured, this cheap and easy hack is my best-ever method of controlling slugs and snails in my backyard. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 12:15:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 07:43:37 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Emma Kendell ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/tUgBSMMXhB4a7nsZgiMKNd.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Worried About Ticks? Meet the 7 Herbs That Help to Keep Them Away – They’re Easy to Grow Almost Anywhere ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Tick season is getting underway, but don’t panic – the ultimate natural deterrent is right under your nose. Meet the superhero herbs that can also help repel this backyard bugbear ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 16:55:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Garden Pests]]></category>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Janey Goulding ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/D3FBMK2Gb6XLqgSC4Ng3HF.jpeg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Why Does Your Lawn Look Like It’s Spitting? What to Do if You See Bubbles in the Backyard ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ What are those pops of foam on the grass, and what causes them? Meet the lawn resident that lives in a bubble bath, and find out what to do if you spot foamy eruptions ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 12:55:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 12:57:57 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Mary Ellen Ellis ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/dgW5i66CMXRR46kWe4Eevk.jpeg ]]></dc:description>
                                                                                                        <dc:contributor><![CDATA[ Amy Draiss ]]></dc:contributor>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Easy Ways to Wasp-Proof Your Porch This Spring Before They Begin Nesting – Plus, a Simple Product That Banishes Wasps Year After Year ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Keep wasps away from your summer gatherings by preparing your porch in spring. These easy methods of deterring wasps will make your backyard barbecues safer. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2026 22:30:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Insects]]></category>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Kathleen Walters ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/k7kkwdahQvFT8uekJrGDW5.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ I Tried Using an Old Sweater to Stop Slugs Eating My Potted Hyacinths – Here’s What Happened ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Could wool be the secret to deterring slugs naturally? I decided to put it to the test ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Garden Pests]]></category>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ kayleigh.dray@futurenet.com (Kayleigh Dray) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Kayleigh Dray ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/N7XFqKqg6Hxs3r6mTkABGK.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Don't Let Bugs Ruin Your Raised Beds! Try These 4 Simple Non-Toxic Tricks For Pest Control ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Keep your raised vegetable garden beds healthy and happy by using these clever barriers and natural pest control tips. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 13:33:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 16:09:20 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Kathleen Walters ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/k7kkwdahQvFT8uekJrGDW5.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Squirrels Stealing Your Bird Food? Try This Spicy Secret for Squirrel-Free Feeding That’s Totally Safe For Birds ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ If you’re fed up with squirrels stealing bird food before your feathered friends can eat, it’s time to spice up your life. Here’s why spicy bird food lets birds eat safely and in peace ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 16:25:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Animals]]></category>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Tyler Schuster ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/mSKUEA2arP6ecsN3yT6xZG.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ 7 Surprisingly Effective Ways to Stop Squirrels Digging Up Your Garden, According to Reddit Gardeners ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Real gardeners share what actually works to keep squirrels out of your yard – from chicken wire to rubber snakes and other surprisingly effective deterrents. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 15:15:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Animals]]></category>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Sarah Veldman ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/gsT3RqkdBrtfFcY7Pe5aH6.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Does Foil Around Plants Really Deter Pests? The Science Behind This Gardening Trick ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Can this kitchen staple foil insects looking to chomp the plants your garden? Learn the ins and outs of using aluminum foil for pest prevention. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2026 12:07:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Insects]]></category>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Teo Spengler ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/uesxht7Hc3FbbwDPrdM9r9.jpeg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ This Common Invasive Plant is Linked to Higher Populations of Lyme Disease-Carrying Ticks – Identify It and Destroy It ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/insects/japanese-barberry-linked-to-ticks-and-lyme-disease</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ This invasive shrub has been popular at garden centers all over the US and it is linked to higher rates of Lyme disease. Find out if you have it in your yard. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2026 22:33:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Insects]]></category>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Tyler Schuster ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/mSKUEA2arP6ecsN3yT6xZG.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ My Secret to Glorious Summer Roses Starts in Winter – I Get my Garden Birds to Do the Pest Control ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/roses/the-clever-late-winter-trick-for-healthy-roses</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Protect your precious roses from aphids, scale insects, sawflies and other garden pests with this ridiculously easy but effective late-winter hack. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2026 18:35:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Roses]]></category>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Emma Kendell ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/tUgBSMMXhB4a7nsZgiMKNd.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ This One January Spray Stops Thousands of Garden Pests Before They Ever Hatch ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Stop fruit tree pests before they wake! Find out the benefits of using this one spray in January to zap pests before they hatch, guaranteeing healthier trees and better fruit ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2026 13:25:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Tue, 13 Jan 2026 13:27:02 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Teo Spengler ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/uesxht7Hc3FbbwDPrdM9r9.jpeg ]]></dc:description>
                                                                                                        <dc:contributor><![CDATA[ Amy Draiss ]]></dc:contributor>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Kill Fungus Gnats in Your Seedling Soil with My Secret 3-Ingredient Recipe That Works Instantly ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Don't let fungus gnats ruin your seedlings! Learn the secret 3-ingredient gnat killer you already have in your cabinet. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2026 20:19:18 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Thu, 08 Jan 2026 10:16:18 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Teo Spengler ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/uesxht7Hc3FbbwDPrdM9r9.jpeg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ My Mother-in-Law’s Strange Houseplant Pest Hack Uses a Common Cough Remedy – and I Was Skeptical Until I Tried It ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/vicks-houseplant-pest-hack</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ I thought I’d tried every trick in the book to tackle fungus gnats – until my mother-in-law suggested an old-school remedy that actually makes a lot of sense. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 04 Jan 2026 09:54:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Garden Pests]]></category>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Melanie Griffiths ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/TsUL6EV9orE2D5P6E4TURT.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ The 7 Most Common Animal Pests Wreaking Havoc in Your Garden – and How to Keep Them Out ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Don't let pest animals destroy all your hard work. Learn which of these common animal pests are ruining your garden and how to keep them at bay. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 28 Dec 2025 17:02:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Animals]]></category>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Mary Ellen Ellis ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/dgW5i66CMXRR46kWe4Eevk.jpeg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Keep Roaches Out! Pest Experts Reveal the Best Products to Stop Cockroaches Coming Inside This Winter  ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ If you need to know how to stop cockroaches coming indoors, preventative measures are the best way, according to pest control pros. These roach controls protect your home through winter ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2025 19:55:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Garden Pests]]></category>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Ciéra Cree ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/KdUbQSkorCixmmw3Ct8hQD.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Winter Is the Most Important Time to Clean Houseplant Leaves – My Homemade Spray Makes Them Shine and Also Repels Pests ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Leaf cleaning matters more in winter. Try my simple, homemade leaf shine spray for healthier, more attractive houseplants. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sat, 29 Nov 2025 19:32:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Houseplants]]></category>
                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Mary Ellen Ellis ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/dgW5i66CMXRR46kWe4Eevk.jpeg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Spiders Hiding in Your Christmas Tree? Don't Panic –Here's How to Get Rid of Them Fast ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/spiders-in-christmas-tree</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Most spiders in Christmas trees are harmless hitchhikers, and with a few quick checks and simple steps, you can clear them out before they spread indoors. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sat, 29 Nov 2025 17:12:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Trees]]></category>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Tyler Schuster ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/mSKUEA2arP6ecsN3yT6xZG.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Don’t Let Flying Bugs Destroy the Holidays – Grab This Great Black Friday Deal and Let It Do the Work for You ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ This highly rated bug zapper is on sale for Black Friday and it will keep your holiday parties and summer gatherings bug free! ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2025 19:30:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 16:27:21 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Kathleen Walters ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/k7kkwdahQvFT8uekJrGDW5.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ These 5 Pests Are Still Active in Winter – Experts Explain How to Clear Them Out in Time for the Holidays ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ More pests than you may first think are still active in early winter, and failing to keep on top of them could result in them making your house their home. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Garden Pests]]></category>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Ciéra Cree ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/KdUbQSkorCixmmw3Ct8hQD.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Finding More Holes in Your Yard Than Usual? Here’s How to Identify Which Animal Is Making Them ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/animals/identify-and-stop-animals-digging-holes</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Animal holes can pop up in the least expected place in the yard and it is hard to know what animal caused them. Learn how to identify holes and stop pests. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Fri, 07 Nov 2025 14:30:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Animals]]></category>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Mary Ellen Ellis ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/dgW5i66CMXRR46kWe4Eevk.jpeg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Houseplant Pests Are Creeping Indoors Right Now, So Act Fast! Here’s How to Stop the November Bug Invasion ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ The biggest threat to houseplants isn't the cold, it's the unseen hitchhikers seeking shelter from the cold. November houseplant pests spread quickly, so follow our proactive plan ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Wed, 05 Nov 2025 12:47:55 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 05 Nov 2025 12:50:34 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Tyler Schuster ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/mSKUEA2arP6ecsN3yT6xZG.jpg ]]></dc:description>
                                                                                                        <dc:contributor><![CDATA[ Amy Draiss ]]></dc:contributor>
                                            <dc:contributor><![CDATA[ Janey Goulding ]]></dc:contributor>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Keep Boxelder Beetles Out of Your Home This Fall With These Simple Steps ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/insects/keep-boxelder-beetles-out</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Keeping boxelder bugs out of your home in the fall can seem like a unending battle, but with a few helpful tricks it can be done. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2025 18:30:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Insects]]></category>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Tyler Schuster ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/mSKUEA2arP6ecsN3yT6xZG.jpg ]]></dc:description>
                                                                                                        <dc:contributor><![CDATA[ Kathleen Walters ]]></dc:contributor>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ It's Time to Act: These Are the Best Products to Keep Mice & Rats Out of Your House Before They Invade ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Mice and rats sneak indoors in fall, and they can wreck your house. Simple moves with the best products to repel mice and rats will keep you rodent-free. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Wed, 22 Oct 2025 21:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Tue, 25 Nov 2025 17:38:51 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Tyler Schuster ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/mSKUEA2arP6ecsN3yT6xZG.jpg ]]></dc:description>
                                                                                                        <dc:contributor><![CDATA[ Kathleen Walters ]]></dc:contributor>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ How to Stop Overwintering Bugs – and Keep Them From Coming Back Next Year ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/insects/how-to-stop-overwintering-bugs</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Overwintering bugs can wreck your garden next year. A little fall pest control now will keep your plot safe in the future. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Wed, 15 Oct 2025 20:31:23 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Thu, 16 Oct 2025 08:56:05 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Tyler Schuster ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/mSKUEA2arP6ecsN3yT6xZG.jpg ]]></dc:description>
                                                                                                        <dc:contributor><![CDATA[ Amy Draiss ]]></dc:contributor>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ This Top-Rated Deer Deterrent Device is the Humane Way to Protect Your Precious Garden from Hungry Herds ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/animals/solar-ultrasonic-animal-repellent-device</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Don't let deer destroy all your hard work. This top-rated deer repellent device has customers raving about how it protects their gardens from deer and wildlife. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Mon, 13 Oct 2025 13:30:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Tue, 25 Nov 2025 17:39:11 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Kathleen Walters ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/k7kkwdahQvFT8uekJrGDW5.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ 7 Deer-Resistant Spring Bulbs That Keep Your Garden Safe from Grazing ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/7-deer-resistant-bulbs</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ These bulbs stand the best chance against hungry winter deer. Plant them this fall for a beautiful spring. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 12 Oct 2025 13:30:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Garden Pests]]></category>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Teo Spengler ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/uesxht7Hc3FbbwDPrdM9r9.jpeg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ These 5 Pests Could Be Making Their Way Into Your Home as Temperatures Drop – Here's How Pros Say to Stop Them ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ If you’re worried about your home becoming invaded by pests as the cooler months roll in, look no further. Here's what experts recommend to keep pests out. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Thu, 02 Oct 2025 13:30:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Insects]]></category>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Ciéra Cree ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/KdUbQSkorCixmmw3Ct8hQD.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Spider Season in the Pacific Northwest Is No Joke – But This All-Natural Spray Keeps My Home Free of Creepy Crawlies ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Keep unwanted arachnids out of your home with this cheap, safe, and effective spray. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Wed, 01 Oct 2025 13:45:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Thu, 02 Oct 2025 19:06:47 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Allie Kerkhoff ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/5RtkuxmsUXR7NpYw85MzQb.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Protect Your Bulbs - 5 Ways to Keep Squirrels from Digging Them Up ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ These 5 methods stop squirrels in their tracks and keep your beautiful bulbs safe. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Mon, 29 Sep 2025 18:19:37 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Mon, 06 Oct 2025 19:40:11 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Tyler Schuster ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/mSKUEA2arP6ecsN3yT6xZG.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ What Do Raccoons Eat? (And How Not to Feed Them by Accident) ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Wondering what raccoons eat? Learn their wild and urban diets, why feeding them is bad, and how to keep these pests out of your yard. ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Tyler Schuster ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/mSKUEA2arP6ecsN3yT6xZG.jpg ]]></dc:description>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Homemade Deer Repellent: 3 Simple Spray Recipes to Keep Plants Safe From Hungry Wildlife ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Keep greedy grazers away from precious plants with one of these easy and effective homemade deer repellent recipes. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Fri, 26 Sep 2025 18:30:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Animals]]></category>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Tyler Schuster ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/mSKUEA2arP6ecsN3yT6xZG.jpg ]]></dc:description>
                                                                                                        <dc:contributor><![CDATA[ Laura Walters ]]></dc:contributor>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Spiders Invading Your Home? These 6 Plants Repel Creepy Crawlies and They Smell Divine! ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ If you don’t want to share your home with inquisitive arachnids, grow these 6 plants that repel spiders – and as a neat bonus, they also smell really lovely ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Janey Goulding ]]></dc:creator>                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/D3FBMK2Gb6XLqgSC4Ng3HF.jpeg ]]></dc:description>
                                                                                                        <dc:contributor><![CDATA[ Amy Draiss ]]></dc:contributor>
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