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 1 Kitchen Staple Clears Up Powdery Mildew Fast – How to Make a Cheap & Easy Spray to Stop Fungus SpreadingProtect plants from powdery mildew by making a spray with this common kitchen item. Here's how to do it.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Not Borax, Not Orange Peel – the Natural Way to Get Rid of Ants in Your Yard That Actually WorksNeed to control ant numbers and eliminate ant hills in your garden? This chemical-free trap uses pantry staples to kill ants without putting your garden, and everyone who uses it, at risk.
By Emma Kendell
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Stop Mosquitoes Breeding in Your Bird Bath With This 1 Simple Addition – It Attracts Birds & Keeps Water Cleaner for LongerThis one clever device keeps your bird bath free from mosquitoes, makes cleaning easier, and attracts more birds.
By Tyler Schuster
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6 Garden Pests to Watch for in June – Don't Wait! Eliminate Them Before They Take Over Your Garden Beds and Vegetables This SummerJune is prime time for garden pests. Get a jump on pest control and you'll have a healthier garden this summer.
By Teo Spengler
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Tried the Mosquito Bucket of Doom? Here's Five Ways to Take It to The Next LevelIt's one of the most talked-about pest solutions, but there are ways to make your anti-mosquito setup work even harder.
By Tyler Schuster
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Want Fewer Bites at Night? These 7 Double-Duty Plants Help Keep Pests Out of Your Bedroom and Boost MoodDon'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
By Tyler Schuster
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Boiling Water Can Be a Brilliant Weed Killer, But Most Gardeners Use It Wrong – Avoid These 3 Backyard AreasIt’s free, fast, and completely natural – so what’s so bad about boiling water to kill weeds? Before you grab the kettle, make sure you aren't pouring it into these danger zones
By Janey Goulding
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Do Predator Decoys Really Protect Crops? This One Saved My Strawberries – And It's Now On SalePredator decoys promise to scare off birds – but do they actually work in a real garden? I tested one on my strawberries.
By Kayleigh Dray
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5 Easy, Natural Ways to Get Rid of Ant Hills in Your Yard and GardenAnt hills ruining your curb appeal? Try these non-toxic ways to rid yourself of those pesky picnic pests.
By Kathleen Walters
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June Is When Weeds Really Take Off – This Is the Best Way to Remove Them, Says a Pro GardenerThere are two simple tools that beat weed killer every time...
By Kayleigh Dray
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Tell Mosquitoes to Buzz Off With These 4 Climbing Plants – Frame Windows and Doorways to Keep Pests at BayGrowing flowering vines around doors and windows looks great, but it can also help with mosquito control!
By Teo Spengler
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This Simple 3-Ring Method Will Help You Pest-Proof Your Vegetable Garden for Better Harvests With Fewer BugsDon't let bugs ruin all your vegetable garden dreams. Utilize a layered approach to your pest control for the best results.
By Teo Spengler
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Worried About Ticks? Create an Easy No-Go Zone With This Simple Barrier Trick You Can Complete This WeekendTick season is back with a vengeance. Keep them out of your yard and away from your family with this simple landscaping project.
By Tyler Schuster
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6 Gorgeous Flowers to Plant in May that Keep Flies Away – They Look and Smell Lovely in Summer ContainersSummers 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
By Janey Goulding
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Got Aphids? Lucky You! The Surprising Benefits of Finding Pests on Your PlantsAphids might not be that bad after all.
By Teo Spengler
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4 Surprising Plants That Keep Flies Away – Tell Them to Buzz Off With These Perfect Patio Picks, so You Can Stop SwattingDon't let flies ruin your outdoor gatherings. Plant these herbs and flowers to keep your parties fly-free.
By Kathleen Walters
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How to Make a Quick Fake Wasp Nest to Keep Them Away From Your Patio – It Costs Almost Nothing and Takes Just Minutes to CompleteA simple household item could save you from pesky wasps dive-bombing your backyard barbeques this summer.
By Tyler Schuster





