Insects
Insect pests in the garden can be a nightmare, especially when they're seeking out your plants as an appetizer or breeding ground. The following articles provide information on some of the most common of these problematic insects and what you can do to both prevent and rid them of your garden plots. Read on to learn more.
Insects
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Bark Lice Webbing - Information About Bark Lice In Trees
You've probably noticed bark lice webbing at one time or another in your trees. While unsightly, this often leads homeowners asking "Do bark lice insects damage trees?" To find out, read this article.
By Susan Patterson
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Garden Symphylan - Small, White Worm-Like Bugs In The Soil
Garden symphylans are not often seen by gardeners, so when they do appear in the garden, they can be perplexing. Learn more about these garden pests by reading this article.
By Heather Rhoades
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Small Holes On Leaves - What Are Flea Beetles?
You may have noticed some small holes on the leaves of your plants and are wondering what kind of pest caused these holes. Flea beetles are the culprit, and this article can help.
By Heather Rhoades
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Identifying And Controlling Root Weevil
Root weevils are a plant pest both indoors and outdoors. Identifying and controlling root weevil in your garden and houseplants can keep your plants from suffering unnecessary damage. This article will help.
By Heather Rhoades
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Wireworm Control: How To Get Rid Of Wireworm Pests
Wireworms can be very destructive and difficult to control. While not as common in the home garden, learning more their control is your best line of defense. Get more information in this article.
By Susan Patterson
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Cup Moth Info - Learn About Gardening With Cup Moths
Cup moths are Australian insects that feed on eucalyptus foliage. Voracious feeders, a severe infestation can defoliate a tree in no time. Learn more about these pests and their control in this article.
By Jackie Carroll
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Codling Moth Protection - Tips For Controlling Codling Moths
Codling moths are common pests of apples, pears and other fruits. These small unassuming moths are dangerous to commercial crops and can cause extensive fruit damage. Learn how to treat for them here.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Cicada Wasps In The Garden: Tips For Controlling Cicada Killer Wasps
Although they may give you a scare, cicada killer wasps are actually beneficial garden insects, only inflicting painful stings as a last resort. So exactly what are cicada killers wasps? Read here to learn more.
By Kristi Waterworth
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Snail/Slug Egg Treatment: What Do Slug And Snail Eggs Look Like
Snails and slugs are a gardener?s worst enemies. Their feeding habits can decimate the vegetable garden and ornamental plants. Prevent future generations by identifying eggs of slugs or snails. What do slug and snail eggs look like? Read this article to learn more.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Mosquito Repelling Plants: Learn About Plants That Keep Mosquitoes Away
You can repel mosquitoes with harsh chemicals, but they're often not suitable for young children and can irritate many people. Learn how to control mosquitoes with plants instead. Read more here.
By Anne Baley
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Skeletonized Plant Leaves: Causes For Skeletonization Of Leaves
Leaf problems abound in the home landscape but nothing is more puzzling than the causes of skeletonization. The reasons for skeletonizing leaves may stem from insect or disease and occasionally chemical injury. Click this article for more info.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Control Of Corn Earworm - Tips To Prevent Corn Earworms
Earworm control in corn is a concern of both small and large scale gardeners. There are, however, ways to prevent corn earworms from wreaking havoc in your corn patch. This article will explain how.
By Jackie Rhoades
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Leafhopper Damage On Plants: How To Kill Leafhoppers
Leafhopper damage on plants can be extensive. As the name implies, they're agile, mobile and easier to eradicate before they become hungry adults.
By Susan Patterson
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Fungus Gnat Control - Fungus Gnats In Houseplant Soil
Fungus gnats are not a common houseplant pest, but when these little fly like creatures invade your houseplant?s soil, they can become a serious nuisance. Read this article to learn how to get rid of fungus gnats.
By Mary H. Dyer
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What Are Lace Bugs: How To Get Rid Of Lace Bug Pests
A reddish-orange color on the undersides of the leaves on your trees and shrubs is a good sign that you are dealing with lace bugs. Read here for tips on how to get rid of lace bug pests.
By Jackie Carroll
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Wheat Curl Mite Control – Tips On Treating Wheat Curl Mites On Plants
Have you ever grown garlic or onions and been distressed to see that the plant has stunted gnarled, yellow streaked leaves? You are probably looking at wheat curl mite damage. What are wheat curl mites? Click this article to learn more.
By Amy Grant
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What Is A Golden Nematode: Learn About Golden Nematode Control
If you?ve never read any golden nematode information, you might not know about golden nematodes in gardens. Golden nematodes are among the world's most damaging pests of potato plants and other plants in the nightshade family. Learn more here.
By Teo Spengler