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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Spotted Winged Drosophila Control: Learn About Spotted Winged Drosophila Pests
If you have a problem with withering and browning fruit, the culprit may be the spotted winged drosophila. This little fruit fly can ruin a crop, but we have the answers. Find the information you need on spotted winged drosophila control in this article.
By Jackie Carroll
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Dried Fruit Beetle Control - How To Fix Or Prevent Sap Beetle Damage
Some bugs are helpful in the garden, killing off pests; others, like the dried fruit or sap beetle, are the noxious pests. Learn more about controlling dry fruit beetles in this article.
By Kristi Waterworth
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Darkling Beetle Facts - Tips On Getting Rid Of Darkling Beetles
Darkling beetles get their name from their habit of hiding during the day and coming out to feed at night. This article will help you identify and control these pesky insects. Click here to get more information about darkling beetles.
By Jackie Carroll
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What Are Witchetty Grubs: Learn About Witchetty Grubs In Gardens
Inside the roots of plants in the Acacia family, fat white grubs can be harvested that are called witchetty grubs. What are witchetty grubs? Click here for some interesting witchetty grub information and some thoughts on how to prevent their injurious activity in your plants.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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What Is A Jack Jumper Ant: Learn About Australian Jack Jumper Ant Control
Jack jumper ants may have a humorous name, but there's nothing funny about these aggressive jumping ants. In fact, jack jumper ant stings can be extremely painful, and in some cases, downright dangerous. Click this article to learn more.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Manage Cricket Pests: Controlling Crickets In The Garden
For those of you whose garden is being decimated by crickets - or for those who just can't get any sleep due to their singing - the question becomes "how to kill crickets?" Read this article to find out.
By Amy Grant
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Crown Borer Management: Treatment And Control Of Crown Borers
When you find holes in the base of plants with sawdust-like material coming out, your problem is most likely crown borers. Find out more about crown borer damage and control in this article.
By Kristi Waterworth
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Mosquitoes And Coffee – Can Coffee Repel Mosquitoes
Looking for alternative options for mosquito control? Can coffee repel mosquitoes? Is there any truth to the claims? Click here to learn more.
By Tonya Barnett
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What Are Two-Spotted Spider Mites – Two-Spotted Mite Damage And Control
If your plants are attacked by two-spotted mites, you are going to want to take some action to protect them. What are two-spotted spider mites? They are mites that infest hundreds of different plant species. For more information, click on the following article.
By Teo Spengler
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How To Get Rid Of Bed Bugs: Can Bed Bugs Live Outdoors
While bed bugs are a serious concern when found indoors, many may be surprised to find that bed bugs may also be able to survive out in the garden. While not as common, bed bugs from garden areas can hitch a ride indoors. Learn more in this article.
By Tonya Barnett
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What Are Bark Beetles: Information About Bark Beetles On Trees
There are few things that can match a forest fire for sheer destructive force on trees - with the exception of the bark beetle, which can eat its way through stands of trees. You should keep an eye on new holes in your trees' surfaces. This article will help.
By Kristi Waterworth
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Treatment For Bagworms - Getting Rid Of A Bagworm Infestation
If you have bagworms, you are probably wondering about bagworm control, which starts with understanding the worm itself. Read this article to learn more about how to get rid of bagworms.
By Gardening Know How
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Murder Hornet News: Truth About Humans, Murder Hornets, And Bees
Noticed the murder hornet news recently? What are they and should we be afraid? Click here as we dispel some scary rumors with facts.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Bees And Mites – Information About Mites In Beehives
Mites in beehives can be a very serious problem, even destroying entire colonies. If you raise bees, know what to look for with help from this article.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Kudzu Bug In Garden – How To Control Kudzu Bugs On Plants
Kudzu bugs are invaders from Asia. If you’ve seen them, you may want information on control and tips for getting rid of them. This article can help.
By Teo Spengler
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Insect Repelling Sun Plants – Full Sun Plants That Repel Bugs
Are there any full sun plants that repel bugs? Yes! Learn about them in the following article and get some planted in your garden.
By Becca Badgett
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What Is Armored Scale: Identifying Armored Scale Insects On Plants
Armored scale insects are hiding under your nose right now and you probably don't even know it. These master mimics are everywhere, but you can learn how to detect and eliminate them from your plants in this article. Click here to learn more.
By Kristi Waterworth

