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The Quick September Check Your Lawn Needs if it has Brown or Bare Patches – Or Risk Reseeding in SpringChafer grubs have devastated drought-stressed lawns this year and though easily treated, grass may fail if you miss this crucial September window.
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This Pretty Houseplant is Fantastic at Killing Fungus Gnats – Yes, ReallyDon’t be fooled by these lovely flowers – this carnivorous plant eats those pesky little houseplant flies that plague us through September.
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4 Tasks to Do in September to Prevent Pests Next Spring – and 1 Common Mistake to AvoidA handful of September jobs can knock out overwintering pests before they settle in, but one popular cleanup habit can actually undo the rest.
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Why Vaseline is Your Houseplant’s Best Friend This Fall – 5 Easy Ways to Use Petroleum Jelly to Combat PestsHouseplants coming back inside after a summer outdoors? Here’s why a simple tub of Vaseline could be your best defense for keeping a host of common pests at bay this fall
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These 4 Common Mistakes Are Creating an Aphid Infestation in Your Garden – Take Control Before They Totally Take OverAphids multiply and spread quickly. See if you are making any of these mistakes that turn your garden an aphid buffet and what to do if you are.
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Do ‘Mosquito Repellent Plants’ Really Work? Explore What These Plants Can (and Can’t) Do For Skeeters in Your YardMosquitoes can ruin even the best summer gatherings. Ward off the swarms with mosquito repellent plants and these other tips.
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Box Tree Moth Infestations – How to Save Your Boxwoods From This Invasive Pest Before It's Too LateDon't let boxwood moth caterpillars destroy your landscaping. A few easy tasks done now will stop the infestation fast.
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Ants on Your Hummingbird Feeder? 5 Easy, Natural Solutions to TryDon't let ants ruin the garden sugar-party for your hummers.
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That Tiny Hole in Your Lawn Could Be a Hidden Yellowjacket Nest – Here's What to Do If You Find OneKeep your and your family safe from underground yellowjacket nests. Here's how to tell if holes in your yard are home to these stinging insects and what to do.
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4 Clever Landscaping Tricks That Keep Pests Out – Stop Ticks, Ants, and Mosquitoes with These Natural BarriersPest problems are often layout problems in disguise. These simple landscaping tweaks will drastically cut down on mosquitoes, ticks, and more in your backyard.
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How To Stop Birds From Pooping On Kids' Playsets for More Summer Fun and Fewer Fowl MessesKeep your playsets clean and ready to use by implementing some of these simple, preventive measures to keep birds at bay.
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The Best Diatomaceous Earth Products for Chemical-Free Pest DefenseProtect your vegetables and houseplants without the chemicals. Shop the top-rated diatomaceous earth kits that kill ants, aphids, and slugs naturally.
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Mosquitoes Love Hiding in These 6 Types of Plants During Summer Heat – How to Keep Your Yard Bug-Free If You Already Grow ThemYou don't have to tear out every type of plant that attracts mosquitoes that's growing in your garden. Just follow these simple tips if you grow some of them.
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I Saw Gardeners Using Flour To Deter Garden Pests – So I Asked My Professional Gardener Husband About ItSocial media says a dusting of plain flour can stop garden pests in their tracks. What, though, does the expert I live with make of the theory?
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These Organic Pest Control Products Actually Work — Without Harsh ChemicalsFrom neem oil to motion-activated sprinklers, these organic pest control products are effective, chemical-free, and safe to use around food, pets, and beneficial insects.
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Do Coffee Grounds Keep Mosquitoes Away? The Science ExplainedDoes smoldering spent coffee keep mosquitoes away? We break down the viral DIY hack, what the science says, and other ways to clear your yard.
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3 Patio Features That Deter Flying Pests — and Look Beautiful Doing ItYou don't need an eyesore to keep flying pests off your patio. These three features - from sheer net curtains to repellent plants - are as beautiful as they are effective.
