Insects
Insect pests in the garden can be a nightmare, especially when they're seeking out your plants as an appetizer or breeding ground. The following articles provide information on some of the most common of these problematic insects and what you can do to both prevent and rid them of your garden plots. Read on to learn more.
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6 Garden Pests to Watch for in June – Don't Wait! Eliminate Them Before They Take Over Your Garden Beds and Vegetables This SummerJune is prime time for garden pests. Get a jump on pest control and you'll have a healthier garden this summer.
By Teo Spengler
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Say Goodbye to Mosquitoes, Flies and No-See-Ums – These 8 Fragrant, Pest-Repellent Plants Make Patios So Much More Enjoyable in JunePerfectly placed pots with scented with oils that pests hate and you love will change your outdoor gatherings this summer.
By Tyler Schuster
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5 Easy, Natural Ways to Get Rid of Ant Hills in Your Yard and GardenAnt hills ruining your curb appeal? Try these non-toxic ways to rid yourself of those pesky picnic pests.
By Kathleen Walters
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Tell Mosquitoes to Buzz Off With These 4 Climbing Plants – Frame Windows and Doorways to Keep Pests at BayGrowing flowering vines around doors and windows looks great, but it can also help with mosquito control!
By Teo Spengler
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Worried About Ticks? Create an Easy No-Go Zone With This Simple Barrier Trick You Can Complete This WeekendTick season is back with a vengeance. Keep them out of your yard and away from your family with this simple landscaping project.
By Tyler Schuster
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Got Aphids? Lucky You! The Surprising Benefits of Finding Pests on Your PlantsAphids might not be that bad after all.
By Teo Spengler
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4 Surprising Plants That Keep Flies Away – Tell Them to Buzz Off With These Perfect Patio Picks, so You Can Stop SwattingDon't let flies ruin your outdoor gatherings. Plant these herbs and flowers to keep your parties fly-free.
By Kathleen Walters
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How to Make a Quick Fake Wasp Nest to Keep Them Away From Your Patio – It Costs Almost Nothing and Takes Just Minutes to CompleteA simple household item could save you from pesky wasps dive-bombing your backyard barbeques this summer.
By Tyler Schuster
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6 Weird Slug Hacks Gardeners Swear By – and Which Ones Actually WorkSlugs ruining your garden? Try these weird, but genius ways to banish them and save your crops!
By Teo Spengler
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Fungus Gnat Control – How to Spot These Tiny Terrors and Get Rid of Them Once and for AllFungus gnats can spell problems for your plants, and they'll drive you crazy while they do it! Here's how to identify and get rid of these pesky pests.
By Liz Baessler
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Easy Ways to Wasp-Proof Your Porch This Spring Before They Begin Nesting – Plus, a Simple Product That Banishes Wasps Year After YearKeep wasps away from your summer gatherings by preparing your porch in spring. These easy methods of deterring wasps will make your backyard barbecues safer.
By Kathleen Walters
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Don't Let Bugs Ruin Your Raised Beds! Try These 4 Simple Non-Toxic Tricks For Pest ControlKeep your raised vegetable garden beds healthy and happy by using these clever barriers and natural pest control tips.
By Kathleen Walters
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Scale Insect Identification and Control: Don't Let Your Precious Plants Get Destroyed By Creepy CrawlersScale insects are a threat for many plants in the home and garden, sucking sap and robbing them of essential nutrients. Identify and treat scale on plants.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Tackle Infestations of Aphids on Houseplants: 5 Effective Methods to Get Indoor Pests Under ControlThey aren't just an outdoor pest. Aphids on houseplants can spell disaster if not treated quickly. Learn how to best manage an indoor infestation.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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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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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

