Pests, Weeds & Problems

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By jennandmark 0 comments
Don’t discard your egg shells, save them for you garden. Egg shells add nutrients to the soil, specifically calcium. Calcium is a beneficial nutrient for tomatoes as the calcium will help stop end blossom rot. They also help discourage slugs ... more »
By eHow Home & Garden Editor 0 comments
Insecticides are garden chemicals that are used to kill insect pests in your garden. Applied correctly, they are an efficient and relatively safe way to control insects that spread disease and eat your valuable garden plants... more »
By GreenGardenChic 10 comments
What is the Plant Ghetto? It's the dirty little corner that home gardeners across the world have in common. The neglected collection of nursery purchases we just had to have. If you've ever found yourself with a cartload of plants that you ... more »
By GenCuster 2 comments
You'll learn how to build a perfectly effective fly trap that works better than any that on the market... more »
By wendyr 7 comments
Pests can sometimes be a problem in the garden. One natural and organic way to help keep those nasty bugs away is to grow plants that those bugs dislike... more »
By Dr. Christopher J. Kline 5 comments
Many gardners would rather use natural products to control pests, but are confused about developing an overall strategy for natural pest control. This article will investigate some effective options for controlling pests without toxic chemicals. ... more »
By wendyr 2 comments
Red Lily Leaf Beetles, especially their larvae, can destroy the lilies in your garden. A little quick action can keep those beetles away from your beautiful lilies... more »
By Barbara Fahs 1 comments
If wandering around your garden at night with a flashlight searching for slugs and snails doesn’t sound like fun to you, there’s still hope for controlling these slimy creatures with natural methods. Beer is the answer. What a way to go for the ... more »
By johnd2141 0 comments
On researching this article, I found one instance where a homeowner was so incensed by the weeds in her patio that she set fire to them with a blowtorch! Luckily, several items provide better service as a weeding tool and there are several better ... more »
By *Janet Ford 12 comments
Slugs don't care if you didn't invite them to your garden, they're coming anyhow! Unless you implement one of these super easy, handy tips for deterring the slimy slugs... more »
By kllmomof2 2 comments
I am not a good gardener by all means. I had to do some research on this one from family, friends and the internet. I've found quite a few ways to deter pests from your garden... more »
By eHow Home & Garden Editor 0 comments
Environmentalists have long been seeking to do away with insecticides because of the effects they have on nature and consumers. But there's no disputing that insecticides have many benefits and prove to be helpful to not only farmers but ... more »
By eHow Home & Garden Editor 2 comments
During times of excessive rainfall or drought, millipedes may crawl out of the soil and into your house. They can crawl into the basement and living room, wriggle up foundation walls and fall from the ceiling. Follow these steps to rid your home ... more »
By Andrea Teague, CMT (to be) 12 comments
Many people are willing to plant the seeds of truth, change, wisdom and honesty in their spiritual gardens, but how many of us are willing to get rid of our troubles so that our spiritual gardens can flourish? My friend Jayna calls it ... more »
By Jonathan F. 0 comments
Japanese knotweed is the scourge of humble gardens. It is a textbook invasive species: not only does it grow so rapidly that it drowns out native plants, but it also maddeningly difficult to eradicate. To that end, Japanese knotweed can only be ... more »
By stlscientist 3 comments
Ahhhh summer time, the flowers, the grass, the watering and planting to make everything look picture perfect, and oh yes... the moles! Follow these simple steps to humanely rid your yard and garden of moles... more »
By HollyC 19 comments
Whether you give it much thought or not, everyone will end up having to deal with pests such as ants one time or another in their lives. In order to cut out the march of these creepy crawlies, there are a couple of smart steps that you follow to ... more »
By Valerie Deneen 3 comments
Ants can be a terrible nuisance, and they can even spread disease. When ants invade your home, it is time to get serious. However, you can effectively get rid of ants without the use of harmful chemicals. Learn how to get rid of ants using ... more »
By AskLucy 6 comments
For being such small creatures, they can be a huge problem. Ants can get into everything, ruin food and make you crazy. Getting rid of ants is possible, and you can do it using organic pest control... more »
By TheSeeker 13 comments
This how-to article will teach you how to safely and easily get rid of ants without using any pesticides that could contaminate well or ground water.. more »
By eHow Home & Garden Editor 26 comments
Carpenter ants tunnel through your walls, destroying the wood structure and often leave behind wood shavings that look like sawdust. They are very destructive and must be treated. Following the correct procedures will get rid of your carpenter ... more »
By Speedy-Max 1 comments
My wife and I moved into our home about two years ago with our two doggies. I noticed that we had a fire ant problem in our back yard. The fire ants started to come out when it was getting warm. I did some research and found a product that worked ... more »
By ashawn 4 comments
This is a simple and very effective way to stop Flea infestations inside and outdoors. An elderly veterinarian told me this trick years ago and it hasn't failed me yet... more »
By LNAngel 8 comments
It's that time of year. Baseball games, picnics, you name it, it's outside. However... so are those pesky flies. Get rid of them in a few easy steps. A zip-lock bag and water is all you need!.. more »
By eHow Home & Garden Editor 0 comments
Native to south-west Asia the giant hogweed grows 8 to 15 feet tall. The plant first appeared stateside in Michigan in 1917 and Britain in the 1800s. Giant hogweed spreads fast once it takes root. To eradicate large areas of the plant costs state ... more »