Problems
If only things could always go right in the garden. The fact of the matter is, sometimes they don't. Pests, disease, environmental hazards and more can strike your plants. Learn what they are and how to prevent them here.
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How to Tell if a Plant is Underwatered: Don't Let Lack of Water Ruin Your Hard Work in the Garden or Kill Your HouseplantsUnderwatering plants can be devastating. Wilting, brown leaf tips, and a lackluster appearance are major warning signs. Don't wait any longer.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Gardeners Are Spraying Milk on Plants This Spring to Prevent Powdery Mildew – but I Found a Better Solution That Gets Rid of Pests, TooThere's an organic solution that gets rid of powdery mildew fast and fights pests at the same time. It's my go-to spray for healthy plants indoors and out.
By Laura Walters
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How to Get Rid of Aphids Naturally: Most Effective Eco-Friendly Ways to Banish Unwanted PestsAre your plants suddenly covered in tons of tiny pests? It may be time to learn how to get rid of aphids. Here are the best natural methods to try.
By Heather Rhoades
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6 Weird Slug Hacks Gardeners Swear By – and Which Ones Actually WorkSlugs ruining your garden? Try these weird, but genius ways to banish them and save your crops!
By Teo Spengler
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What is Winter Burn? How to Prevent and Treat Winter Damage to Evergreen Shrubs and TreesWinter burn can damage or even kill your evergreens. Learn why it happens, how to prevent it in autumn, and how to treat it in spring.
By Kathleen Walters
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Ants Leave My Patio Alone All Summer, Thanks to This One Plant – and it’s So Cheap & Easy to Grow From SeedIf 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.
By Emma Kendell
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I Tried the 3 Most Popular DIY Weed Killers – Here’s What Actually Worked And How Best to Use ThemKeeping weeds at bay without the use of harsh chemicals is good for you and the environment. But not every natural weed control method is made equal.
By Teo Spengler
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The $1 Slug Hack That Works Better Than Anything Else I’ve Tried in My Garden – My Seedlings Are Finally Safe!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.
By Emma Kendell
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Fungus Gnat Control – How to Spot These Tiny Terrors and Get Rid of Them Once and for AllFungus gnats can spell problems for your plants, and they'll drive you crazy while they do it! Here's how to identify and get rid of these pesky pests.
By Liz Baessler
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Worried About Ticks? Meet the 7 Herbs That Help to Keep Them Away – They’re Easy to Grow Almost AnywhereTick 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
By Janey Goulding
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One Dandelion Can Sprout Thousands of New Weeds – Here's the Most Effective (and Eco-Friendly) Way to Stop ThemEvery dandelion in your yard has the potential to produce over 30,000 new weeds. I've discovered the best tool to get rid of them without breaking your back.
By Laura Walters
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Did You Know You Have a Birth Month Weed? Here’s the Surprising Trait It Reveals About YouFrom dandelions to clover, these common weeds are tougher than they look – and your birth month match might just reveal why you are too.
By Kayleigh Dray
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Easy Ways to Wasp-Proof Your Porch This Spring Before They Begin Nesting – Plus, a Simple Product That Banishes Wasps Year After YearKeep wasps away from your summer gatherings by preparing your porch in spring. These easy methods of deterring wasps will make your backyard barbecues safer.
By Kathleen Walters
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I Tried Using an Old Sweater to Stop Slugs Eating My Potted Hyacinths – Here’s What HappenedCould wool be the secret to deterring slugs naturally? I decided to put it to the test
By Kayleigh Dray
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Don't Let Bugs Ruin Your Raised Beds! Try These 4 Simple Non-Toxic Tricks For Pest ControlKeep your raised vegetable garden beds healthy and happy by using these clever barriers and natural pest control tips.
By Kathleen Walters
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Squirrels Stealing Your Bird Food? Try This Spicy Secret for Squirrel-Free Feeding That’s Totally Safe For BirdsIf 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
By Tyler Schuster
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7 Surprisingly Effective Ways to Stop Squirrels Digging Up Your Garden, According to Reddit GardenersReal gardeners share what actually works to keep squirrels out of your yard – from chicken wire to rubber snakes and other surprisingly effective deterrents.
By Sarah Veldman





