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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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Natural Indoor Moth Repellant: Learn About Herbs That Drive Away Moths
Did you know that you can actually deter moths with herbs indoors? Your very own dried herbs are great alternatives to toxic, stinky mothballs and will help you keep moths out of the house and away from your clothing and linens. Learn more in this article.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Using Lime Sulfur In Gardens: When And How To Use Lime Sulfur
As gardeners, we can choose to spend a fortune on different chemicals that can have residual effects or we can use a natural-based product that has been used by growers and breeders for hundreds of years. Learn about using lime sulfur in gardens here.
By Darcy Larum
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Showy Rattlebox Control: Managing Showy Crotalaria In Landscapes
People make mistakes. Unfortunately, some of these mistakes can harm animals, plants, and our environment. One example is the introduction of non-native, invasive plants like the showy crotalaria. What is showy crotalaria? Click here for the answer.
By Darcy Larum
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Scorpion Control In Gardens: Learn What To Do About Garden Scorpions
Most scorpion stings to adults are not life-threatening but the pain is enough for you to consider scorpion control to prevent pets and children from getting hurt by these arthropods. Learn ways to rid the garden and other areas of scorpions in this article.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Gummy Stem Blight Control - Treating Black Rot Fungus In Cucurbits
Gummy stem blight is a fungal disease of melons, cucumbers, and other cucurbits. Stem blight treatment must start before you even plant the seeds to be entirely effective. Learn more in this article.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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White Rust Disease - Controlling White Rust Fungus In The Garden
Also called Staghead or white blister, white rust disease affects cruciferous plants. Learn more about this fungal disease and how to treat it in the following article. Click here for more information.
By Jackie Rhoades
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Broomsedge Plant: How To Get Rid Of Broomsedge
Broomsedge grass is a perennial, native weed reseeding from the heads of the broomsedge plant. The best way to get rid of broomsedge in the lawn is to stop it before it can spread. This article will help.
By Becca Badgett
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Crown Rot Identification And Tips For Crown Rot Treatment
Crown rot commonly affects many types of plants in the garden. So what exactly is this and how do you stop crown rot before it is too late? Read this article for information on crown rot disease.
By Nikki Tilley
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Kermes Scale Lifecycle: Tips On Treating Kermes Scale Insect Pests
What are kermes scale pests? Kermes scale are aggressive, sap-sucking pests that can cause significant damage to oak trees. Treating kermes scale on plants is attained by a variety of methods. Learn about kermes scale control in this article.
By Mary H. Dyer
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How To Keep Deer From Eating Plants - Garden Deer Protection For Plants
Trying to keep deer out of the garden can be frustrating but with a little know-how and ingenuity, your efforts could be well worth the trouble. Read here to learn how to keep deer out of gardens.
By Nikki Tilley
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What To Do About Ants – How To Get Rid Of Ants In The Garden
You may be troubled by ants invading your garden beds. If you want to know how to get rid of ants, or need help controlling them, click here.
By Gardening Know How
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What Are Twig Pruner Beetles: Tips On Twig Pruner Beetle Control
Small branches and cleanly cut twigs on the ground around a tree may indicate a problem with twig pruner beetles. The beetles attack many types of trees. Find out about identifying and controlling twig pruner beetles in this article.
By Jackie Carroll
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Beaver Damage To Trees: How To Protect Trees From Beaver Damage
While it's frustrating to notice signs of beaver damage to trees, it's important to recognize the importance of these wetland creatures and strike a healthy balance. Click this article for some helpful tips for protecting trees from beaver damage.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Needle Cast Treatment – Learn About Stigmina And Rhizosphaera Needle Cast In Trees
Have you ever seen a tree, such as spruce, with healthy-looking needles at the tips of the branches, but no needles at all as you look further down the branch? This is caused by needle cast disease. Find out more in this article.
By Jackie Carroll
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Trap Plants For Aphids: Plants That Repel Aphids In The Garden
Controlling aphids with plants is an easy and effective practice that anyone can do. Use the information found in this article to learn more about plants that naturally repel aphids as well as trap plants for aphid pests.
By Liz Baessler
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Types Of Moose Deterrents – Tips On Keeping Moose Out Of The Garden
Moose in the garden is a problem that doesn't happen in all parts of North America. That said, for those gardeners with a lifetime of experience of moose in yards, the key to success is mixing it up and confusing these huge grazers. Learn more here.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Castor Oil For Garden Use: Tips On Treating Pests With Castor Oil
Castor oil for garden use may repel voles, moles, and possibly other digging and tunneling animals, such as armadillos. Using castor oil as pest control is a time-honored method and is non-toxic and safe around children and pets. Click here to learn more.
By Bonnie L. Grant