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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Helping Your Plants With A Neem Oil Foliar Spray
Finding a safe, non-toxic pesticide for the garden that actually works can be a challenge. Learn how neem oil might be the best solution.
By Heather Rhoades
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Dealing With Heat Stress: How To Protect Vegetables In Hot Weather
Anxiety when summer temps rise? While some vegetables suffer more than others, all feel some degree of stress with rising temperatures. Learn more here.
By Susan Patterson
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Ant Hills In Grass: How To Control Ants In Lawns
Ants in your lawn may be a problem to be solved, but you may be surprised to learn ants aren’t all bad. Click to learn more.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Are Coyotes Dangerous – What To Do About Coyotes In The Garden
Coyotes tend to avoid humans, but with shrinking habitats, encounters in the garden are rising. Click to learn more.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Flea Control For Gardens: Learn About Lawn And Garden Flea Control
Want to keep yourself and your pets safe from fleas in the garden? Click here to learn about garden flea control.
By Jackie Carroll
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Learn The Basics About The Weed Seed Bank In The Soil
Why do weeds keep sprouting in your garden, no matter how many times you pull them? The culprit is something called the weed seed bank.
By Amy Grant
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Killing Aphids Naturally: How To Get Rid Of Aphids Safely
Getting rid of aphids is no easy task. Click here to learn how to get rid of aphids naturally.
By Heather Rhoades
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Getting Rid Of Stink Bugs - How To Kill Stink Bugs
Stink bugs are commonly found throughout the U.S. in gardens and occasionally the home. When stink bug control becomes necessary, use the steps in this article to get rid of them.
By Nikki Tilley
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These Weeds That Spread By Seed Can Sprout After Years
Find out about weeds with long lasting seeds that can sprout and spread years later here.
By Laura Miller
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Goldenrod Gall Fly Causing Lumps On Plant Stems
Ball shaped growths on goldenrod mean it’s being visited by gall flies who encapsulate themselves on the plant. Click for more.
By Amy Grant
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Goatscaping: A Green Way To Get Rid Of Weeds
If you've ever wondered if, and how, you can hire goats for grazing weed control, click here for everything you need to know.
By Amy Grant
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Learn More About Pesticides And Pesticide Labels
Pesticides are something we use in our garden all the time. But what are pesticides? Why should we pay close attention to pesticide labels? And what are the dangers? Read here to learn the answers.
By Stan V. Griep
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Learn About Leaf Cutter Bees
Do you ever see half moon shaped notches that appear to have been cut out of the leaves on your rosebushes or shrubs? If so, your garden may have been visited by the leaf cutter bee. Learn more here.
By Stan V. Griep
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Deer Fencing Designs - How To Build A Deer Proof Fence
Deer are elegant and graceful creatures but these attributes fall short when they have been in the garden eating your prize plants. If repellents aren't working, think about building a deer proof fence. This article will help.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Leaf Browning In Center: Why Leaves Turn Brown In Middle
You can tell a lot about your plant's health from its leaves. When plants develop brown leaves in the middle, problems are afoot. Learn more about the causes and treatment for browning leaves in this article.
By Kristi Waterworth
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Uprooted Plant Damage: Dealing With Uprooted Plants
Uprooted garden plants are a very common gardening problem, especially in areas prone to high winds. Keep reading this article for information on what to do about plant roots coming out of the ground.
By Kristi Waterworth
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Carpenter Bee Control: How To Prevent Carpenter Bee Damage
Carpenter bees pose little threat to people, but they can cause serious damage to exposed wood. Read this article to find out how to get rid of carpenter bees. Click here for more information.
By Jackie Carroll