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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This Fantastic Mosquito Killer Also Eliminates Other Pests – And Has Several Surprising Uses
Mosquito dunks can be used in many ways around the yard and even in your home. Learn how you can take control and rid yourself of pesky pests.
By Kathleen Walters
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Stop Using Vinegar On Your Weeds – This Brilliant Household Item Works Even Better
Struggling to get rid of weeds with vinegar or baking soda? Try this toolbox staple for eradicating larger and established weeds, and tackling longer, pernicious root systems
By Janey Goulding
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Can This Common Fruit Be the Answer to Deterring Ants? Learn About Lemons for Natural Ant Control
Lemon is a helpful natural tool that can keep ants out of the home when used with other strategies. Learn the best way to naturally repel pesky ants.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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How To Use Neem Oil On Plants: 3 Great Uses As A Garden Buddy, Plant Rescue & Pest Blaster – Why Neem Work Makes The Dream Work!
Ever heard of neem’s magic powers and wondered how it can help you in the garden? Here’s how to use neem oil on plants and how to get the best from neem to tackle pests
By Janey Goulding
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Try This DIY Yellowjacket Trap for a No-Cost Way to Keep Your Picnics and Garden Parties Safe This Summer
A DIY yellowjacket trap is cheap and eco-friendly way to control yellowjacket populations if they are becoming aggressive towards humans this summer.
By Kathleen Walters
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This Organic Japanese Beetle Grub Control Is Flying Off The Shelves – But There’s An Even Better Product You Should Try
Milky spore is great, but if you're looking for a faster solution to your Japanese beetle grub problem then it's time to try this other organic product.
By Laura Walters
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This Genius DIY Trick For Keeping Slugs At Bay Is One Of The Best I’ve Tried – This Hack From British Hosta Specialists May Save Your Garden!
Trying to keep one step ahead of mollusks can feel impossible at times, but if you’re interested in organic deterrents, there is hope – here’s how to use garlic for slugs
By Amy Grant
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Create a ‘Mosquito Bucket of Doom’ for a Budget-Friendly Way to Banish Skeeters from Your Backyard
The 'Bucket of Doom' will keep your backyard skeeter-free all summer long. Learn how to make this cheap and easy mosquito control method and stop the itching.
By Kathleen Walters
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This Simple Stick Trick Stops Squirrels From Raiding Your Garden – And It Doesn't Harm Them
A few simple sticks will keep squirrels from destroying your vegetable garden. Learn how to use this stick trick to protect your produce.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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How To Get Rid Of Snails And Keep Them Away Naturally Without Harming Plants, People, or Pets
You don't have to give in to the little land mollusks. Take back control of your garden with these easy tips for getting rid of snails naturally.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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How To Use Insecticidal Soap To Get Rid Of Pesky Pests – Plus, 3 Foolproof Ways To Make Your Own Spray
Insecticidal soap is an old-fashioned, but effective way to get rid of pests. Learn all about how to use this organic pesticide, plus 3 recipes to try yourself.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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The best Amazon Prime Day pest control picks – I scoured Amazon for the biggest deals to save you time and money
Check out my curated pest control deal list from the Amazon Prime Day event going on right now. Don't miss finding a great bargain on pest control essentials.
By Kathleen Walters
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Worried About Weeds? Meet 8 Common Types Of Weeds – Plus, How To Get Rid Of Them
Are you constantly waging a war on weeds and struggling to distinguish one from another? Here’s a guide to the most common types of weeds and how to fight them
By Amy Grant
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Deer Used To Destroy My Garden, Until I Discovered This Spray That’s Safe For Plants & Animals
Deer devoured my garden plants for years until I discovered this spray. Since then, it's been sayonara to nibbled stems and hello to beautiful blooms!
By Laura Walters
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This Clever Grapefruit Trap Keeps Slugs Away Naturally – and Costs Almost Nothing
Slugs can easily destroy all your hard work in the garden. Try this grapefruit slug trap trick to keep the slimy mollusks at bay!
By Amy Grant
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How To Prevent Mosquitoes In Bird Baths – Keep Skeeters Out With These 4 Cheap & Easy Tricks
Mosquitoes and standing water are a match made in heaven. Learn how to prevent mosquitoes in the bird bath with a few simple tricks & take control of your yard.
By Kathleen Walters
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Try These 4 Uses For Orange Peels In The Garden & Transform Fruit Scraps Into Plant Pick-Me-Ups
Don’t bin the remains from your orange harvests – you’d be amazed at what you can do with orange peels in the garden, as we reveal some novel and surprisingly effective tips
By Janey Goulding