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10 Beneficial Insects You Should Invite Into Your Garden – To Prevent Pests & Help Plants
Roll out your garden’s welcome mat for 10 of the most beneficial insects and bugs. They are expert pollinators and some even provide pest control.
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Anthracnose: How To Identify, Prevent, And Treat The Fungal Disease
Identifying it is the first step toward anthracnose treatment. Treating those nasty spots with fungicide, proper irrigation, and garden cleanup can help.
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Worst Time To Water Plants: Don’t Make These Common Timing Mistakes When Watering!
Good watering isn’t just about knowing how, but when. We figure it’s just as important to know the worst time to water plants – so here are the big moments to avoid!
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Spider Mites: What Are They And How To Get Rid Of Them
Spider mites are a common pest of plants and cause damage by sucking plant juices from the leaves. They can be controlled with natural and chemical means.
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What Is Groundhog Day? Why We Celebrate A Furry Garden Pest
What is Groundhog Day and why do we continue to honor this tradition every February? Maybe because it’s a great reason for a celebration!
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What Plants Do Snakes Hate: Using Snake Repelling Plants For Gardens
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How To Protect Plants From A Freeze – Best Ways To Keep Plants Safe & Warm
The best laid plans of any gardener can get overturned by an unexpected cold snap. Here's some practical steps you can take to protect your plants from a freeze.
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What Are Neonicotinoids? And Why You Should Keep Them Out Of Your Garden
Neonics are effective systemic pesticides, but they harm pollinators as much as pests. Learn more about neonicotinoids and how to keep bees safe while maintaining your garden.
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Climate Change And Pests: Do Warmer Winters Mean More Pests?
Warmer climates can result in an increase of some pests and decrease of others, which isn’t always a good thing. Here's how to protect your garden.
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8 Deer-Resistant Perennials That Can Survive Even The Greediest Grazers
Worried about your gorgeous garden plants getting nibbled and chewed by four-legged feeders? Try these deer-resistant perennials to keep them at bay.
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Complete Weeding Guide For Gardeners – How To Get Rid Of Unwanted Weeds
Learn effective methods of weed control.
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Do You Have Boxwood Leafminer? Identify and Remove This Boxwood Pest
The boxwood leafminer can do major damage to boxwood shrubs and can even prove fatal to plants. Find out how to maintain plant health for better plants.
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Leaf Spot Diseases, Their Causes & How To Fix Them
Are you worried about leaf spot disease on your plants? Relax. Leaf spots on plants rarely cause any serious damage and are fairly easy to manage.
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How To Identify And Control Western Tent Caterpillars
Western tent caterpillars are a devastating pest that ravage the west coast of the US. Here's how to stop them.
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6 Remedies To Save Heat-Stressed Plants – Your Essential Summer Survival Guide
Ensure your plants remain vibrant and healthy throughout the hottest months of the year. These tips will help you to create a resilient garden that thrives in the face of rising temperatures.
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Spongy Moth: How To Identify, Prevent & Eliminate This Destructive Pest
Spongy moth was brought to the US as a potential source of silk, but is now considered a destructive pest that feeds on native trees.
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Does Your Tree Have Douglas Fir Tussock Moth? How To Tackle This Evergreen Pest
If your gorgeous Douglas fir is looking sickly or defoliated, there’s one pest you’d better check for, and fast! We show you how to tackle the Douglas fir tussock moth
