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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Holes In The Leaves Of Your Plants? Common Causes & FixesHoles 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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Norfolk Island Pine Problems: Tackle Norfolk Island Pests & DiseasesWhile Norfolk pine can be a dream to grow both outdoors and inside, it is prone to pests and diseases. We outline the best ways to tackle (and prevent) key Norfolk Island pine problems
By Teo Spengler
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Simple Slug Trap - The Easiest Way To Get Rid Of Slugs & SnailsIf 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 PlateEdible 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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Find Out How To Keep Animals Out Of The Garden With No FenceAlthough our wildlife matters, there will be times when you need to know how to keep animals out of the garden. Luckily, there are ways to protect your plot without a fence
By Tonya Barnett
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South American Palm Weevil: Identification & Control MethodsSouth 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 GardenLearning 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
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Eliminating Elk Damage - How To Keep Elk Out Of Your GardenElk are interesting to watch, but are they eating your plants? Learn different ways to discourage elk from feasting from your garden.
By Amy Grant
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Helping Your Plants With A Neem Oil Foliar SprayNeem oil may be your best solution as a safe, non-toxic pesticide for the garden that actually works.
By Heather Rhoades
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Ant Hills In Grass: How To Control Ants In LawnsAnts in your lawn may be a problem to be solved, but you may be surprised to learn ants aren’t all bad. Click to learn more.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Are Coyotes Dangerous – What To Do About Coyotes In The GardenCoyotes tend to avoid humans, but with shrinking habitats, encounters in the garden are rising. Click to learn more.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Flea Control For Gardens: Learn About Lawn And Garden Flea ControlWant to keep yourself and your pets safe from fleas in the garden? Click here to learn about garden flea control.
By Jackie Carroll
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Getting Rid Of Stink Bugs - How To Kill Stink BugsStink bugs are commonly found throughout the U.S. in gardens and occasionally the home. When stink bug control becomes necessary, use the steps in this article to get rid of them.
By Nikki Tilley
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Goldenrod Gall Fly Causing Lumps On Plant StemsBall shaped growths on goldenrod mean it’s being visited by gall flies who encapsulate themselves on the plant. Click for more.
By Amy Grant
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Learn More About Pesticides And Pesticide LabelsPesticides are something we use in our garden all the time. But what are pesticides? Why should we pay close attention to pesticide labels? And what are the dangers? Read here to learn the answers.
By Stan V. Griep
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Learn About Leaf Cutter BeesDo you ever see half moon shaped notches that appear to have been cut out of the leaves on your rosebushes or shrubs? If so, your garden may have been visited by the leaf cutter bee. Learn more here.
By Stan V. Griep

