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Our organic pest control tips can help you determine the best methods for managing the worst garden pests in your region.
Homemade, organic insecticides are very popular for various reasons. First of all, they are organic so you always know they are natural and that they can’t harm your environment, your plants or your family and pets. In addition to this,…
Here are some more homemade insecticide recipes that are easy to make. Usual warnings apply: don’t use poisonous ingredients for food bearing plants and make sure to handle all ingredients with care. Hot Pepper Insecticide You’ll need: ½ cup of…
Snails and slugs are common pests in many gardens. They are often very difficult to get rid of, and some means of controls are too invasive. It’s almost impossible to find a garden without a slug and snails problem. These…
Pests and diseases occur from time to time even with the best care. It’s therefore important to closely inspect your plants from time to time so you can react immediately if you notice a problem. Some pests are more difficult…
Fungus gnats can do a lot of damage to house plants. They enjoy the environment of soil and moisture often found in indoor plants. It’s important to know how to recognize them and get rid of them. What are Fungus…
Baking soda is a great ingredient for your home and garden. It’s very simple to use, inexpensive and widely available, so it’s great to know how to use it. You probably know how to use it in your kitchen, but…
Ants can be a problem in your garden and house. They attack your plants and can easily sneak into your house. It’s understandable you want to prevent this. There are several effective ways to get rid of ants on your…
Baking soda is very effective against pests and diseases, so you can use it effectively in your garden and home. It is also very versatile so there are many other uses you can find for baking soda in your home,…
Spider mites are garden pests that give gardeners serious headaches. They cannot perform anything harmful when they are working as a single unit but when they start to attack your garden as a colony, the plant that they choose to…
Lyme disease is a common problem many people face. Spending more time outdoors in the spring and summer increases the risk of this disease, so it’s important to know how to protect yourself. There are about 40,000 cases of Lyme…
Peppers are among the most popular vegetables to grow. They are great because they generally don’t require much space and are relatively easy to grow. Peppers add flavor to food and there are many different meals you can prepare with…
Tent caterpillars got their name because they love to spin webs on tree branches and on various shrubs. Most of the webs will be seen in the early spring if your garden is infested with tent caterpillars. The purpose of…