Garden Pests
Identifying garden pests is sometimes difficult, as there are many, but important when it comes to pest control in your garden. However, with the right tips and facts about garden pests at your disposal, you can arm yourself with the tools you need for controlling pests before they take control of your plants. Common pests in the garden don’t need to be a cause for alarm. Simply use the following information for identifying garden pests and learn how to employ the best methods for pest control in your garden.
Explore Garden Pests
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How To Get Rid Of Boxelder Bugs Naturally – Safe Ways To Make Nuisance Bugs Buzz Off!
Boxelder bugs can be a major nuisance around your house, but how do you get rid of them naturally? Learn tips and tricks to take care of these pesky bugs.
By Teo Spengler
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This genius cotton ball trick naturally repels flies and mosquitoes – and makes your home smell incredible
Adding aromatic essential oils to cotton balls creates a powerful pest repellent that has the added benefit of creating a natural diffuser.
By Melanie Griffiths
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What I’ve Learned About Deer – How To Cope With Damage, And How To Stop Deer From Eating Plants
Deer are part of our ecosystem, but they can be voracious. Learn how to stop deer from eating plants from someone who has battled them for years!
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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This common kitchen spice is a universal pest deterrent for squirrels, slugs, wasps, ants, aphids, and more – but it must be used the right way
Cayenne pepper is the ultimate natural pest control solution, but get it wrong and you will do more harm than good. Discover how to get the best out of it.
By Melanie Griffiths
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What Eats Aphids? How To Attract Beneficial Bugs To Help Control Aphid Population
Aphids cause major damage to your plants and pesticides can help, but is there a better alternative? Find out what eats aphids and how to attract these bugs.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Ticks Are Everywhere This Summer – Here Are 3 Easy Ways To Keep Them Away & Stay Safe In Your Garden
Tick populations are surging this summer. Learn how to keep ticks away from you and your family so you can enjoy your garden and the great outdoors.
By Laura Walters
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This $1.25 Item From The Dollar Store Saved My Cucumbers From Groundhogs – Protect Your Vegetable Garden With My Easy Solution
Learn how to make a cheap garden cloche to protect your seedlings and plants from pesky groundhogs and other animals looking for a nibble.
By Kathleen Walters
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Keep Your Patio Pest-Free This Summer With These 5 Potted Plants That Repel Mosquitoes
Tell biting insects to buzz off with these five potted plants that repel mosquitoes! Plus, one plant mosquitoes love that you should avoid at all costs.
By Laura Walters
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7 Plants Wasps Hate But Bees Adore – For A Pollinator Garden That's Buzzing, Not Bothered
Create a bee-friendly, wasp-free garden with these smart planting choices that keep pests at bay while nurturing precious pollinators.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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How To Get Rid Of Aphids On Tomato Plants – And Keep Them From Coming Back
Aphids can quickly damage tomato plants – learn the signs of an infestation and the simple steps to protect your precious crop all season long.
By Amy Grant
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10 Deer-Resistant Pollinator Plants To Create A Harmonious Wildlife Paradise
Deer grazing getting you down? Try these deer-resistant pollinator plants to help improve your garden without it being decimated by deer!
By Teo Spengler
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Beware! These 5 New Types Of Pests Could Plague Your Garden This Summer
Just when you thought you had seen the scariest garden pests, along come five new troublemakers. Swot up on these new types of pests so you know what to expect
By Teo Spengler
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How To Get Rid Of Japanese Beetles On Roses: Control & Prevent This Destructive Pest
Are Japanese beetles ravaging your roses? Take swift action with our expert guide to managing infestations – plus long-term measures to prevent their return.
By Stan V. Griep
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Do Deer Eat Peonies? How To Keep Them Away And Save Your Gorgeous Blooms
Peonies are not usually favored by deer, but sometimes they go after the young shoots of the plants anyways. Learn how to keep deer away from beautiful blooms.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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10 Beneficial Insects You Should Invite Into Your Garden – To Prevent Pests & Help Plants
Roll out your garden’s welcome mat for 10 of the most beneficial insects and bugs. They are expert pollinators and some even provide pest control.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Spider Mites: What Are They And How To Get Rid Of Them
Spider mites are a common pest of plants and cause damage by sucking plant juices from the leaves. They can be controlled with natural and chemical means.
By Susan Albert
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What Is Groundhog Day? Why We Celebrate A Furry Garden Pest
What is Groundhog Day and why do we continue to honor this tradition every February? Maybe because it’s a great reason for a celebration!
By Susan Albert