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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Does Foil Around Plants Really Deter Pests? The Science Behind This Gardening TrickCan this kitchen staple foil insects looking to chomp the plants your garden? Learn the ins and outs of using aluminum foil for pest prevention.
By Teo Spengler
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This Common Invasive Plant is Linked to Higher Populations of Lyme Disease-Carrying Ticks – Identify It and Destroy ItThis invasive shrub has been popular at garden centers all over the US and it is linked to higher rates of Lyme disease. Find out if you have it in your yard.
By Tyler Schuster
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Does Your Plant Have a Drinking Problem? Common Signs Of Overwatering Plants and How to Treat ThemToo much water can actually kill your plants – and it's easier to do than you may think. Learn the signs of overwatering plants and how to reverse them.
By Amy Grant
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Plants Popping Out of the Soil in the Frost? Here's Why and How to Replant Them SafelyIt's unsettling to see your plants being shoved out of their garden beds in the middle of winter. Learn about frost heave and how to fix your perennials safely.
By Tyler Schuster
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Houseplant Root Rot 101: Symptoms, Causes, and Easy FixesStop overwatering! Follow our expert guide to diagnosing root rot early and learn the essential tips for giving your plant a new life.
By Liz Baessler
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The 3 Sneaky Weeds Setting Thousands of Seeds in Your Garden Right Now – and How to Stop Them FastYour garden might look pretty quiet, but these aggressive weeds are stealthily growing and dropping thousands of seeds into your soil. Here’s what to do now to dodge a massive problem in spring
By Tyler Schuster
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How to Get Rid of Mealybugs Indoors – 5 Easy Organic Controls to Zap Houseplant InfestationsThey may look like bits of fluff, but mealybugs are a major problem for indoor plants. If you see them, use these 5 expert-backed organic methods to curb infestations and keep plants thriving
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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This One January Spray Stops Thousands of Garden Pests Before They Ever HatchStop fruit tree pests before they wake! Find out the benefits of using this one spray in January to zap pests before they hatch, guaranteeing healthier trees and better fruit
By Teo Spengler
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My Mother-in-Law’s Strange Houseplant Pest Hack Uses a Common Cough Remedy – and I Was Skeptical Until I Tried ItI thought I’d tried every trick in the book to tackle fungus gnats – until my mother-in-law suggested an old-school remedy that actually makes a lot of sense.
By Melanie Griffiths
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The 7 Most Common Animal Pests Wreaking Havoc in Your Garden – and How to Keep Them OutDon't let pest animals destroy all your hard work. Learn which of these common animal pests are ruining your garden and how to keep them at bay.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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This Easy Winter Weed-Killing Hack Stops Unwanted Plants Springing Back in the New YearWinter weeds are never far away, but they are also some of the easiest to tackle. Make a few moments to try this easy winter weed killer for fewer problems in spring
By Teo Spengler
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Keep Roaches Out! Pest Experts Reveal the Best Products to Stop Cockroaches Coming Inside This WinterIf you need to know how to stop cockroaches coming indoors, preventative measures are the best way, according to pest control pros. These roach controls protect your home through winter
By Ciéra Cree
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Don't Be Fooled By Their Holiday Charm: These 3 Invasive Plants Could Ruin Your GardenThe plant-equivalent of Gremlins, these seem a cute idea… until they’re running amok and causing major holiday issues.
By Kayleigh Dray
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Don’t Let Flying Bugs Destroy the Holidays – Grab This Great Black Friday Deal and Let It Do the Work for YouThis highly rated bug zapper is on sale for Black Friday and it will keep your holiday parties and summer gatherings bug free!
By Kathleen Walters
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These 5 Pests Are Still Active in Winter – Experts Explain How to Clear Them Out in Time for the HolidaysMore pests than you may first think are still active in early winter, and failing to keep on top of them could result in them making your house their home.
By Ciéra Cree
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15 Deer-Resistant Perennials That Can Survive Even the Greediest GrazersWorried about your gorgeous garden plants getting nibbled and chewed by four-legged feeders? Try these deer-resistant perennials to keep them at bay.
By Amy Grant
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What Weeds Are Really Trying to Tell You About Your Soil – How These 11 Wild Garden Guests Can Help You Assess and Improve Your YardThey might seem like a nuisance, but don't underestimate the importance of weeds as a soil indicator. Here’s what 11 common garden weeds can tell you about your soil – and what to do next
By Teo Spengler





