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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 Kitchen Staple Is a Low-Cost, Natural Wasp Repellent That Also Works for Mosquitoes – Plus, Other Easy Ways To Keep Wasps Away
This safe and natural wasp repellent is probably already in your pantry. Find out what it is and how to use it to stop pests from crashing your summer parties.
By Amy Grant
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8 Pretty Plants That Keep Fruit Flies Away – and Look Absolutely Charming on Your Kitchen Windowsill
Banish pesky insects the natural way with these beautiful plants that repel fruit flies – or even kill them – and thrive on a sunny windowsill.
By Amy Grant
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Does the ‘Chalk Trick’ Work for Ant Control? Explore If This Method Will Really Deter Ants in the Home
Could a simple piece of white chalk be part of the solution for ants that wander in your house? Let's explore if this chalk trick really works.
By Kathleen Walters
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6 Plants That Repel Ticks and Are Sure to Add Charm to Your Landscape or Container Garden
Ticks are getting worse as summers get hotter and longer. Take back your yard from the creepy arachnids with these plants that keep ticks away.
By Susan Albert
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I’m Allergic To Yellowjackets and Here’s How I Safely Battled Them In My Backyard, Plus Tips to Keep You Safe
Yellowjackets can be extremely dangerous to humans, especially for those people who are allergic to yellowjacket stings. Learn how to safely eliminate them.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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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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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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6 Types of Plants That May Actually Be Attracting Mosquitoes To Your Garden
These plants might be sneakily trapping water that mosquitoes are using to breed. See if you have any of these mosquito magnets lurking in your backyard.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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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





