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 Types of Plants That May Actually Be Attracting Mosquitoes To Your Garden
These plants might be sneakily trapping water that mosquitoes are using to breed. See if you have any of these mosquito magnets lurking in your backyard.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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How To Get Rid Of Snails And Keep Them Away Naturally Without Harming Plants, People, or Pets
You don't have to give in to the little land mollusks. Take back control of your garden with these easy tips for getting rid of snails naturally.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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How To Prevent Mosquitoes In Bird Baths – Keep Skeeters Out With These 4 Cheap & Easy Tricks
Mosquitoes and standing water are a match made in heaven. Learn how to prevent mosquitoes in the bird bath with a few simple tricks & take control of your yard.
By Kathleen Walters
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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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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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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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Slugs Eating Your Plants? Offer Them a Beer Instead
Slugs and snails love beer, but they're no match for a slug beer trap. Learn how beer will lure them away from your vegetables, flowers, and special plants like hostas.
By Laura Miller
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How To Get Rid Of Mosquitoes In The Garden: 9 Natural Ways To Make Them Buzz Off!
How to get rid of mosquitoes is on the minds of people in the summer in almost every region of the world. Learn how to repel the pests without toxic chemicals.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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CARPENTER ANTS - A DIY GUIDE
Carpenter ants don't eat wood and, with a bit of patience, you can eliminate them with homemade remedies.
By Caroline Bloomfield
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Holes In The Leaves Of Your Plants? Common Causes & Fixes
Holes in the leaves of plants can be a bit distressing. From tiny holes to giant ones, “What is eating my plants?” is a gardening question heard around the world in spring and summer. Learning to diagnose and address leaf damage can help.
By Liz Baessler
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Simple Slug Trap - The Easiest Way To Get Rid Of Slugs & Snails
If your plants are getting chewed up in the night, you may want to make a DIY slug trap to attract and isolate them.
By Amy Grant
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Eating Bugs From The Garden – Put Pests On Your Dinner Plate
Edible bugs are a familiar diet staple in 130 countries. In the not-too-distant future eating bugs may become a normal part of our daily lives.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Explore The World Of Insects With “Bugging Out”
Understanding the amazing benefits of insects can change our perspective on how important they are and maybe change how we treat them.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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South American Palm Weevil: Identification & Control Methods
South American palm weevils are small bugs that can cause big damage.
By Teo Spengler
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What to Know As You Learn How To Create a Butterfly Garden
Learning the ins-and-outs of creating a butterfly garden can be a daunting task for gardeners of all skill levels. That’s why we’re on a mission to make your journey less intimidating.
By Gardening Know How