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  • Three groundhogs peak out behind a patch of hostas next to the house in a garden.

    Why You Should Think About Planting Daffodils If You Have A Groundhog Problem

    Groundhogs are often the bane of a gardener's hard work, but planting a few daffodils among your flowers could help you out with this this pest problem.

    By Lauren Krystaf 2 days ago Read More
  • A woman waters a houseplant with a watering can.

    The Medicine Cabinet Staple That Can Help Keep Houseplants Thriving

    Don't discount your medicine cabinet when you think about DIY plant care! This one item that is in every home can help keep your houseplants thriving.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 2 days ago Read More
  • A red garden gate is latched shut with shrubs on either side.

    Plant This Fragrant Herb Near Your Garden Gate To Keep Pests Away

    The garden gate is as much a part of your garden as it is a boundary. If you don't want this spot overrun with mosquitos, try planting this fragrant herb.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 3 days ago Read More
  • A garter snake hides in mossy leaf litter

    Are Chili Pepper Plants Really An Effective Snake Repellent?

    On the endless journey to keep snakes out of your yard, you may wonder about using chili pepper plants as a potential snake repellent. But is it effective?

    By Autumn McGarr 4 days ago Read More
  • A snake skimming through the grass

    Turn Snakes Away From Your Yard With These 2 Common Essential Oils

    You might just be able to deter unwanted snakes from your yard and garden if you get your hands on these two essential oils to create a natural repellent.

    By Eman Amjad Ali 6 days ago Read More
  • A brown rat stretches its body from a tree to eat seed from a birdfeeder.

    Is Garlic Really The Secret To Keeping Rodents Away From Bird Feeders?

    Birds love your bird feeder. Unfortunately, so do rats, mice, and squirrels. When looking for ways to deter these rodents, is garlic a secret repellent weapon?

    By Autumn McGarr 10 days ago Read More
  • Epazote herb growing in rich soil in a pot in the garden.

    Think Twice Before Planting Epazote In Your Garden. Here's Why

    Epazote is a wonderful, well-loved Mexican herb, but there's a potential drawback for you to consider before you plant it in your garden or yard.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 11 days ago Read More
  • A woman peels an orange in her hands.

    The Orange Peel Hack That Could Keep Mosquitoes Away From Your Yard

    As the weather gets warmer, mosquitoes may start to flock to your yard. You may be able to keep them away with this natural citrus peel hack.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 12 days ago Read More
  • A brown rat rests on small pebbles next to green foliage and a purple flower.

    This Pretty Yellow Flower Is A Natural Rat Repellent & You Never Even Realized

    These beautiful flowers brighten up any garden or yard that they're in, but there's also a secret bonus: they help repel rats and other unwanted rodents.

    By Melody Ip 13 days ago Read More
  • A squirrel looks toward the camera, surrounded by plants

    One Common Spice Is The Trick To Keeping Squirrels Off Of Your Bird Feeder

    If you're hoping to keep squirrels away from your bird feeder so you can actually feed the birds once in a while, this kitchen staple spice might just help.

    By Eman Amjad Ali 14 days ago Read More
  • A brown rat eating seeds in the garden

    Rats Will Stay Out Of Your Garden With One Ingredient From Your Kitchen

    If you're looking to deter rats and other rodents from coming into your garden, consider making a repellent with a pantry staple from your kitchen.

    By Eman Amjad Ali 17 days ago Read More
  • A squirrel and a bird face each other atop fence posts.

    How To Spot The Difference Between A Squirrel's Nest And A Bird's Nest

    Which creature is nesting in your trees? Telling the difference between a bird's nest and a squirrel's nest might seem difficult, but look out for these signs.

    By Melody Ip 19 days ago Read More
  • A brown slug is on a leaf that has holes chewed into it.

    Garden Slugs Could Be A Thing Of The Past With The Help Of One Pantry Staple

    Those garden slugs and snails love to munch on the plants in your garden. This household staple might help deter them, and it's probably already in your pantry.

    By Melody Ip 22 days ago Read More
  • A pair of hands is holding a coffee filter that contains used coffee grounds.

    Do Coffee Grounds Really Keep Mosquitoes Away From Your Yard?

    There's a recent trend of putting coffee ground around your yard to help repel those pesky mosquitoes away from your patio. But does this hack actually work?

    By Melody Ip 1 month ago Read More
  • A round hole is in a lawn.

    Squirrel Hole Vs Snake Hole: How Can You Tell The Difference?

    If you spot a hole in your lawn, you may wonder what kind of animal made it. Here's how to tell the difference between a snake hole and a squirrel hole.

    By Lauren Krystaf 1 month ago Read More
  • A mole emerges from a mole hill.

    Are Marigolds Really The Secret To Keeping Moles Out Of Your Garden?

    Some gardeners say that marigolds deter moles that would tear up your lawn. However, can these flowers actually repel these destructive rodents in your yard?

    By Lauren Krystaf 2 months ago Read More
  • A wasp clings to a figwort flower.

    Are Figwort Plants Really Attracting Wasps To Your Garden?

    Figwort plants have a reputation for drawing wasps into your garden and yard, but do they? The truth about this plant is more complicated than you think.

    By Lauren Krystaf 2 months ago Read More
  • By Jacob J. Wright October 17th, 2023

    Orange Aphids On A Butterfly Weed

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  • Some poison ivy (Toxicodendron radicans) growing on the ground near some grass.
    By Jay Golberg September 19th, 2023

    Sprays That Will Kill Poison Ivy, But Not Grass

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  • Some mealybugs at various stages in their life cycles crawling on the branch of a plant.
    By Stephanie Green July 20th, 2023

    How Do I Get Rid Of White Bugs On My Outdoor Plants?

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  • Some gardeners inspect the fruit of a kaffir lime tree (Citrus hystrix).
    By Jay Golberg June 10th, 2023

    Kaffir Lime Tree Diseases: Symptoms And Treatment

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  • Some lovely pink English roses growing along a brick wall.
    By M.H. Dyer May 3rd, 2023

    How To Get Rid Of Aphids On Roses

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  • A deer off in the distance looking at the camera.
    By M.H. Dyer April 4th, 2023

    How To Keep Deer Away From Vegetable Gardens

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  • A close-up shot of a purple deadnettle (Lamium purpureum) flower in selective focus.
    By M.H. Dyer March 22nd, 2023

    How To Identify Lawn Weeds With Small Purple Flowers

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  • A whole bunch of orange pumpkins stretching far into the distance.
    By M.H. Dyer March 21st, 2023

    How To Treat Pumpkin Plant Fungus

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  • A full frame shot of a great deal of creeping Charlie (Glechoma hederacea) growing in partial shade.
    By M.H. Dyer March 21st, 2023

    How To Kill Creeping Charlie Without Killing The Lawn

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  • A close-up of a green worm on a stem of a plant.
    By Katelyn Lynn February 27th, 2023

    How To Kill Green Worms In A Garden

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