Garden Pests
Identifying garden pests is sometimes difficult, as there are many, but important when it comes to pest control in your garden. However, with the right tips and facts about garden pests at your disposal, you can arm yourself with the tools you need for controlling pests before they take control of your plants. Common pests in the garden don’t need to be a cause for alarm. Simply use the following information for identifying garden pests and learn how to employ the best methods for pest control in your garden.
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Garden Pests
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How To Get Rid Of Squash Bugs Naturally
Are squash bugs sucking the life out of your cucurbit crops? Growing companion plants is one method of controlling these destructive pests.
By Laura Miller
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Deter Deer And Prevent Ticks By Getting Rid Of Honeysuckle
We don’t usually think of sweet-smelling honeysuckle as being unsafe, but the deer love it. and where there are deer there are often ticks. Read on for more reasons to avoid non-native honeysuckles.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Animals, Insects, And Bugs That Eat Plants At Night
What are some common nocturnal garden pests that eat plants at night? Click here to find out.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Birds Eating Sunflower Leaves In The Garden
Mysterious damage to your sunflowers’ leaves could be from hungry lesser goldfinches. Learn why.
By Susan Albert
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DIY Fungus Gnat Trap To Keep Pests Off Houseplants
Are there tiny bugs buzzing around your house all of a sudden? They may be fungus gnats. Click to learn how to get rid of them.
By Amy Grant
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Deer Resistant Garden Plans – Creating A Deer Resistant Garden
Deer are lovely to watch but not when they are stomping all over your vegetable garden or eating the tops off of your bulbs. Creating a deer resistant garden is a must for any gardener who suffers from these grazing marauders. Learn more here.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Spotted Winged Drosophila Control: Learn About Spotted Winged Drosophila Pests
If you have a problem with withering and browning fruit, the culprit may be the spotted winged drosophila. This little fruit fly can ruin a crop, but we have the answers. Find the information you need on spotted winged drosophila control in this article.
By Jackie Carroll
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Dried Fruit Beetle Control - How To Fix Or Prevent Sap Beetle Damage
Some bugs are helpful in the garden, killing off pests; others, like the dried fruit or sap beetle, are the noxious pests. Learn more about controlling dry fruit beetles in this article.
By Kristi Waterworth
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Raccoon Repellent - How To Get Rid Of Raccoons And Keep Them Away
Got raccoons? These cute, but mischievous, critters can wreak havoc around your home and garden, especially in high numbers. But learning how to keep raccoons away is possible with this article.
By Nikki Tilley
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Learn About Beaver Repellent - Beaver Control Information
When beaver activity gets out of hand, there are several control methods you can pursue - from preventive measures to fencing and physical removal. Learn about these in the following article.
By Nikki Tilley
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How To Keep Iguanas Out Of Garden
To those who live in cooler places, iguana control may seem like a trivial problem. But, if you live in a place where iguanas roam freely, the question of how to get rid of iguanas is a big one. This article will help.
By Heather Rhoades
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How To Keep A Bear Out Of The Garden
For those of you living in rural areas, chances are that you may on occasion have encountered a bear or two. Learning how to keep bears away is important. This article will help with that.
By Nikki Tilley
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Getting Rid Of Groundhogs - Groundhog Deterrents And Repellents
Groundhogs are known for their extensive burrowing. These animals may be cute and cuddly looking but when they wander into our gardens, they can quickly wreak havoc on plants and crops. Get help for that here.
By Nikki Tilley
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Deer Eating Fruit Trees: How To Protect Fruit Trees From Deer
Deer eating fruit trees is a serious problem when the trees are very young and at a perfect height for some lazy munching. The question is then, how to protect your fruit trees from deer? This article will address just that. Click here for more info.
By Amy Grant
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Deer Droppings On Plants: Is Fertilizing With Deer Manure Safe
Whether you love or hate deer, or have a more complicated relationship with them, there is one important question to answer: Can you use deer manure in gardens? Click on the following article to find out more about fertilizing with deer manure.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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How To Protect Trees From Deer
Deer damage to trees is most often the result of males rubbing and scraping their antlers against the tree, causing significant damage. Learn how to protect your trees from deer damage in this article.
By Nikki Tilley
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Wild Turkey Control: Managing Wild Turkey Pests In Gardens
Living with wildlife is a delicate balance of give and take, but when wild turkeys are doing a lot more taking from your garden than giving, it may be time to send them packing. Read this article and we'll tell you how.
By Kristi Waterworth