Gardening is one of the loveliest home hobbies to have but it can come with some stress— especially when your garden plants are host to some unwanted visitors and disease! Pests are a terrible nuisance and though there are mass-produced insecticides and fungicides available, their ingredients list leave little to desire. Luckily, neem oil exists! …
What happens when pests are left alone in the fall? Unfortunately, those pests will prepare for winter and re-emerge in your garden next spring. Don’t mistake them for beneficial insects, as these destructive pests can seriously damage your outdoor and indoor plants. To end your growing season on a high and have a good start …
Any gardener will understand the struggles of pest problems in your garden. Depending on where you live, deer damage can be a huge problem that could destroy your beautiful perennials in a few minutes. Turn your back for a second and a herd of hungry deer could descend on your garden for their daily buffet. …
If you want to have a mosquito-free backyard experience, there are a few things you can do. You can light citronella, reduce standing water in your backyard, or you can put up mosquito netting. While all of these are good ideas, one of the best ways to keep these pests out of your yard during …
When taking care of plants, every home gardener has to deal with either unwanted insects, fungal growth, or both. If you want to fix these naturally and organically, you need neem oil. Neem oil has a diverse market that’s time-consuming and difficult to navigate. Luckily, you don’t have to waste your time combing through dozens …
Gnats are a nuisance no matter what kind of backyard or kitchen you have. These creatures tend to gather wherever people are, and they get in your face as well as land on your food. To enjoy your indoor and outdoor spaces, you need to make sure they are gnat-free. In this article, we’ve laid …
If you’ve ever watched your entire lawn get demolished by armyworms, patch by patch, then you’ll know why these pests get their name. They attack without notice from one area to the next and damage plants very quickly. Armyworms feed primarily on fescue, bermudagrass, and ryegrass and eat vegetables such as onions, beans, pepper, and …
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Potted plants come in every shape, size, and habitat. But one thing they all have in common? The ability to attract various worm-like creatures to their soil, either through animal carriers or cross-contamination when planting. However, those familiar with soil health know that worms, in general, can be very beneficial! But not all “worms” are …
Read moreThe Good, the Bad, and the Ugly: 6 Insects and Worms that That Live in Potted Plants
One of my favorite things to do year-round is delight in all the hard work I’ve put into my yard and garden, and, weather permitting, take every opportunity I can get to sit back and relax or entertain around a firepit. Who doesn’t like to appreciate the fruits of their labor, cool drink in hand, …
In a society that is overrun by chemicals and artificially generated substances and solutions, many individuals are now looking for healthier and natural solutions for their botanical problems. Some of the most common issues faced by both small-time gardeners and large agricultural farmers are insects, weeds, and plant related diseases. In order to combat these …
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