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People Hate This Toxic Weed, But I Secretly Love It – Discover The Unexpected Benefits Of The Beautiful Pokeweed Plant
Sure it's poisonous and invasive, but to me, pokeweed is the perfect plant for a wildlife garden. Here's why I love this noxious weed no matter what people say.
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How To Get Rid Of Boxelder Bugs Naturally – Safe Ways To Make Nuisance Bugs Buzz Off!
Boxelder bugs can be a major nuisance around your house, but how do you get rid of them naturally? Learn tips and tricks to take care of these pesky bugs.
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This genius cotton ball trick naturally repels flies and mosquitoes – and makes your home smell incredible
Adding aromatic essential oils to cotton balls creates a powerful pest repellent that has the added benefit of creating a natural diffuser.
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This Is The #1 Worst Weeding Mistake You Can Make – And What I Do Instead To Keep Weeds Under Control
Don't make this weeding mistake. Properly removing weeds in the garden is critical to keeping them under control. Follow these tips for weeding success.
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What I’ve Learned About Deer – How To Cope With Damage, And How To Stop Deer From Eating Plants
Deer are part of our ecosystem, but they can be voracious. Learn how to stop deer from eating plants from someone who has battled them for years!
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This common kitchen spice is a universal pest deterrent for squirrels, slugs, wasps, ants, aphids, and more – but it must be used the right way
Cayenne pepper is the ultimate natural pest control solution, but get it wrong and you will do more harm than good. Discover how to get the best out of it.
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Ticks Are Everywhere This Summer – Here Are 3 Easy Ways To Keep Them Away & Stay Safe In Your Garden
Tick populations are surging this summer. Learn how to keep ticks away from you and your family so you can enjoy your garden and the great outdoors.
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I’m A Professional Garden Writer And These Are The 6 Plants I’d Never Grow Again
I've made a lot of mistakes in my gardens over the years, but deciding to grow these plants were some of the worst. Here are the 6 plants I'd never grow again.
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Don’t Touch Without Gloves! 8 Poisonous Weeds You Should Not Remove Bare-Handed
While weed spotting is usually geared towards pulling them out quickly, there are exceptions. Check out these poisonous weeds and noxious plants – and grab your best gloves!
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Beware! These 5 New Types Of Pests Could Plague Your Garden This Summer
Just when you thought you had seen the scariest garden pests, along come five new troublemakers. Swot up on these new types of pests so you know what to expect
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Do Deer Eat Peonies? How To Keep Them Away And Save Your Gorgeous Blooms
Peonies are not usually favored by deer, but sometimes they go after the young shoots of the plants anyways. Learn how to keep deer away from beautiful blooms.
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5 Ways To Protect Your Garden Against Flooding This Spring, According To An Expert
Climate-resilient gardening expert Kim Stoddart explains how to get your garden ready for April showers and help reduce the risk of flooding this spring.
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Do You Know The Most Common Garden Plant Diseases? 5 Problems You Need To Avoid
Don’t let your precious crops and ornamentals fall victim to garden ailments! We show you how to identify and hopefully prevent 5 common garden plant diseases
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10 Beneficial Insects You Should Invite Into Your Garden – To Prevent Pests & Help Plants
Roll out your garden’s welcome mat for 10 of the most beneficial insects and bugs. They are expert pollinators and some even provide pest control.
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Anthracnose: How To Identify, Prevent, And Treat The Fungal Disease
Identifying it is the first step toward anthracnose treatment. Treating those nasty spots with fungicide, proper irrigation, and garden cleanup can help.
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Worst Time To Water Plants: Don’t Make These Common Timing Mistakes When Watering!
Good watering isn’t just about knowing how, but when. We figure it’s just as important to know the worst time to water plants – so here are the big moments to avoid!
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Spider Mites: What Are They And How To Get Rid Of Them
Spider mites are a common pest of plants and cause damage by sucking plant juices from the leaves. They can be controlled with natural and chemical means.
