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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Homemade Deer Repellent: 3 Simple Spray Recipes to Keep Plants Safe From Hungry WildlifeKeep greedy grazers away from precious plants with one of these easy and effective homemade deer repellent recipes.
By Tyler Schuster
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Spiders Invading Your Home? These 6 Plants Repel Creepy Crawlies and They Smell Divine!If you don’t want to share your home with inquisitive arachnids, grow these 6 plants that repel spiders – and as a neat bonus, they also smell really lovely
By Janey Goulding
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Evict Moles from Your Yard with These 3 Non-Lethal TricksMolehills taking over? These 3 methods get rid of moles without the deadly traps.
By Liz Baessler
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What Smells Do Wasps Hate? Keep Them Away Naturally with These Scents for a Sting-Free YardSick of wasps buzzing around your yard and ruining outdoor dining? Find out what smells wasps hate so you can enjoy your outdoor space again.
By Tyler Schuster
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Grow These 10 Plants That Groundhogs Hate – No More Woodchuck DestructionUse these plants that groundhogs hate in your landscaping to keep those rodent rascals from destroying your hard work.
By Tyler Schuster
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Gardeners Beware: Invasive Asian Needle Ant Can Have a Deadly Sting & Populations Are SpreadingAsian needle ants are tiny pests that are making their way across the U.S. But don't let their small stature fool you, they pack a horrible sting.
By Tyler Schuster
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This Cheap Product Kills Fungus Gnats Quickly so You and Your Houseplants Can Rest EasyLearn how to kill fungus gnats before they reach adulthood and wreak havoc on your houseplants with this simple and cost-effective solution.
By Tyler Schuster
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Try This Clever and Cost-Effective Squirrel Deterrent That Sounds Crazy, But Actually WorksSquirrels will run when they see a toy 'predator' animal in your garden. This clever squirrel deterrent will send those fuzzy punks packing.
By Tyler Schuster
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Does Cat Hair Deter Rabbits? Your Kitty May Be the Key to a Better GardenRabbits can quickly ruin your flower or vegetable garden. Could cat hair be the trick to deterring the fluffy-tailed menaces?
By Teo Spengler
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We Asked, You Answered: Gardeners Reveal 11 Problem Plants They Regret Ever GrowingFrom invasive spreaders to pest magnets to high-maintenance troublemakers, avoid these problem plants that cause instant gardener's remorse.
By Amy Draiss
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Gardeners Beware: These 6 Plants Attract Japanese Beetles – Plus Gorgeous Alternatives to Use InsteadYou might be unwittingly attracting Japanese beetles to your garden if you have these plants. Learn how to battle beetles and plant a beetle-proof garden.
By Tyler Schuster
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How to Prevent a Yellowjacket Nest in the Ground: Gardening Expert Shares His Best Tips to Keep Wasps AwayFinding a yellowjacket nest in the ground can send anyone into a panic, but have no fear! Learn some simple ways to keep yellowjackets from taking up residence.
By Tyler Schuster
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Wasps Get Dangerous in Early Fall – These 7 Plants That Repel Wasps Naturally Will Make Your Yard SaferTry these plants that repel wasps in your yard and container garden this summer and fall to keep dangerous wasps away from your outdoor gatherings.
By Tyler Schuster
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Your Bird Feeder Could Be Attracting Rats – Keep Them Out of Your Yard With These Clever TipsRodents can be attracted to bird feeders, but you don't have to put up with it. Learn how to keep rats away from your backyard bird oasis.
By Kathleen Walters
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Try These 6 Clever and Humane Ways to Keep Groundhogs Out of Your Garden Without Harming ThemGroundhogs wreak havoc on vegetable gardens and flower beds, but you don't have to give in to the burrowing burglars. Explore kind ways to move them along.
By Tyler Schuster
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How To Get Rid Of Weeds Between Pavers Permanently – 8 Best Methods For A Weed-Free PatioBattling weeds between pavers can feel like an endless chore, but we have gathered our best patio weed control methods to make the task a little easier on you.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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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 AwayThis 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





