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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Biting Midge Info: How To Stop No-See-Um Insects
Have you ever had the sensation something is biting you but when you look, nothing is apparent? This may be the result of no-see-ums. What are no-see-ums? Click this article for important biting midge info, including tips on controlling no-see-um pests.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Cucurbit Nematode Control – How To Manage Nematodes In Cucurbit Plants
Melons, squash, cucumbers, and other members of the cucurbit family are susceptible to infestation with nematodes. Cucurbits with nematodes may suffer varying degrees of crop loss, and management strategies are important for control. This article can help with that.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Shore Fly Control – Learn How To Get Rid Of Shore Flies
While they feed on algae rather than the crops, growers and gardeners battle shore flies aggressively. If you want to know more about shore fly damage, click here. We’ll give you information on shore fly control and tips on how to get rid of shore flies.
By Teo Spengler
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Tips For How To Kill Grasshoppers - How To Control Grasshoppers
In excessive numbers grasshoppers can be a gardener?s nightmare, especially in rural areas. While high infestations can be difficult to eradicate, the information from this article will help.
By Nikki Tilley
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What Are Blister Beetles: Is Blister Beetle A Pest Or Beneficial
When you kill a blister beetle by crushing it against your skin, a poison in the beetle's body causes a painful blister. The blisters are only the beginning of the many problems that these insects cause. In this article, you'll learn about blister beetle control.
By Jackie Carroll
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Fire Ant Control In Gardens: Tips For Controlling Fire Ants Safely
Between medical costs, property damage, and the cost of insecticides to treat fire ants, these tiny insects cost Americans more than 6 billion dollars each year. Find out how to control fire ants in this article. Click here for more information.
By Jackie Carroll
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What Are Coccid Scales – Learn About Coccid Scale Control On Plants
Diaspididae scale is commonly known as hard scale and is a more host-specific insect. Coccid scale is commonly known as soft scale and is more widespread. As it is the more common scale, this article will discuss soft scale on plants and coccid scale control.
By Darcy Larum
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What Are Navel Orangeworms: Controlling Navel Orangeworms On Nuts
Navel orangeworms on nut crops can be devastating. Read the following article to learn more about this pest and its treatment so you can breathe a little easier and harvest a little more.
By Kristi Waterworth
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Yellowjacket Control Guide: How To Manage Yellowjacket Pests In Gardens
True scavengers that love meat and sweet food, yellowjackets are a real nuisance at outdoor get-togethers. They become even meaner when colonies are large and food is scarce. So, how to manage yellowjacket pests? Click this article for helpful tips.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Tent Worms: Tent Caterpillar Home Remedy
Tent worms are more of an eyesore or slight nuisance rather than an actual threat. However, getting rid of tent caterpillars is occasionally necessary. The information in this article will help with that.
By Nikki Tilley
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Woolly Aphids: Tips For Woolly Aphid Treatment
Although woolly aphid populations rarely get large enough to harm most plants, the distorted and curled leaves they cause and leave behind can certainly become unsightly. Find out how to control them here.
By Nikki Tilley
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How To Kill Wasps - How To Eliminate Wasps From Your Yard
While wasps are often seen as pests, they're actually important for the garden as both predatory insects and pollinators. That being said, the use of a wasp deterrent is occasionally necessary. Learn more here.
By Nikki Tilley
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Eliminating Mole Crickets - Information On Killing Mole Crickets
Left untreated, mole crickets can become destructive to the lawn. To prevent damage from occurring or getting out of hand, mole cricket elimination is often the only recourse. Learn more here.
By Nikki Tilley
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Lawn Grubs - How To Get Rid Of Grub Worms
Lawn grubs live in the soil eating grass roots and leaving your yard brown and unsightly. Taking care of the problem is a matter of how to detect them and when to apply grub worm treatment. This article will help.
By Nikki Tilley
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Identifying Root Maggots And Control Of Root Maggots
Root maggots can be a pain for any gardener. Knowing the symptoms of root maggots and control methods will help you keep this troublesome pests out of your garden. This article will help.
By Heather Rhoades
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Backyard Mosquito Control - Mosquito Repellent & Other Methods Of Mosquito Control
There are several solutions to mosquito problems that let you enjoy your summer evenings outdoors without exposing you to toxic chemicals. Learn more about controlling mosquitoes in this article.
By Jackie Carroll
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What Are Lygus Bugs: Tips For Lygus Bug Insecticide Control
Lygus bug, also called tarnished plant bug, is a destructive insect that causes serious damage in fruit orchards. This article has tips and information for controlling lygus bugs.
By Jackie Carroll

