Animals
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Garden Plants And Chickens: How To Protect Plants From Chickens
We are used to seeing "chicken found" or "chicken lost" signs and even chickens themselves strutting across our lawns. But you don't just want the chickens running amok. Protecting plants from chickens is also a priority. This article will help.
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Potted Plants And Squirrels: Learn How To Protect Container Plants From Squirrels
Squirrels are tenacious creatures and if they decide to dig a tunnel in your potted plant, it may seem like keeping squirrels out of containers is a hopeless task. If you've had it up to here with potted plants and squirrels, here are a few suggestions that may help.
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Wallaby Proof Plants: Tips On Keeping Wallabies Out Of Gardens
Wallabies generally eat grasses and other plants, including food crops, and can become a nuisance in the home garden. Click this article to investigate some tricks and tips that will allow you to enjoy these wild animals without sacrificing your produce plot.
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Kangaroo Deterrents: How To Control Kangaroos In The Garden
Kangaroos in the garden can be more of a nuisance than a delight due to their grazing habits. They will eat almost anything from prized roses to carefully tended vegetables. Click this article for some tips on how to control kangaroos in your garden.
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Hanging Plant With Birds: What To Do For Birds In Hanging Baskets
Hanging planters often provide attractive nesting sites for birds. Bird-proofing hanging baskets will prevent unwanted attacks and ease concerns about watering or maintaining your containers. Try a few of the suggestions in this article.
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Tree Protection Against Deer: Protecting Newly Planted Trees From Deer
There is nothing more frustrating than noticing the bark is peeled away from brand new trees. Deer are graceful but their feeding and rubbing hurt your plants. So how can you protect baby trees from deer? The answers are found in this article.
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Fox Pest Control: Tips On Getting Rid Of Foxes In The Garden
In some areas of the country, the fox can be a menace. Learn more about how to prevent foxes in the garden by reading the article that follows. Don't let these sly animal pests wreak havoc on your turf. Click here.
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Seedling Bird Protection: How To Keep Birds From Eating Seedlings
Birds are often welcome visitors but they may turn around and become serious garden pests. There are several highly effective ways to keep birds out of your garden and protect your seedlings from these feathery visitors this spring. Click here for more.
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Mole Control - Home Remedies For Removing Moles From Your Yard
Mole activity can wreak havoc in the yard, not because they eat up everything but because their tunnels are often used by other burrowing pests and may uproot plants. Learn how to control moles here.
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Managing Lizard Populations: Tips For Getting Rid Of Lizards In Gardens
Although largely beneficial, some gardeners are concerned about getting rid of lizards. If you're one of these gardeners, learn about managing lizard populations in this article.
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Wild Pigs In The Garden – Growing Javelina Proof Plants
If you live in an area where you have wild pigs in the garden, you are likely frustrated and want to get rid of them. One alternative is growing plants javelina will not eat. Take it a step further and grow plants they hate, in order to repel them. Learn more in this article.
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What Is A Javelina: Ways Of Dealing With Javelinas In Your Garden
The javelina is an animal that roams most of the American Southwest. Keeping javelinas out of the garden can be tricky, as these creatures are not very picky about their diets and enjoy almost everything. To learn how to control them in or around your garden areas, click here.
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Deer Proof Shade Flowers: Choosing Deer Resistant Flowers For Shade
Watching deer move through your property can be a peaceful way to enjoy nature. However, they can become a nuisance if they start eating your flowers. If you have a shady garden bed, add flowers they will have no interest in. Click here to learn more.
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Seedlings Are Being Eaten – What Animal Is Eating My Seedlings
Tender seedlings are vulnerable to pests, especially animals. Determining which animals are the culprit and, more importantly, how to control them will be essential to a successful start to the garden season. Learn what to do about small animals eating seedlings here.
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Protecting Trees From Rodents: What To Do With Trees Damaged By Rodents
Rodents that eat tree bark include everything from rabbits to voles. With a little effort, you can install rodent protection for trees and take steps to aid trees damaged by rodents. Click on the following article to find out how to protect or save your trees.
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Do Mice Like Mulch: How To Get Rid Of Mice In Garden Mulch
Just as we would prefer our homes to be rodent free, preventing the presence of these nuisance animals in our gardens, yards, and flower beds is equally important. Click this article for tips on preventing mulch rodent problems and keeping mice out of mulch.
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Deer Proof Evergreens: Are There Evergreens Deer Won’t Eat
The presence of deer in the garden can be troublesome. With some proven planting techniques, however, gardeners may be able to reduce the occurrence of damage caused by deer. Planting deer resistant evergreen plants, for example is one method. Learn more here.
