Pests, Weeds & Problems

Fruit flies are a plague upon households, bars and other areas that serve food and beverages. Not only are they annoying and contaminate things, they also breed rapidly, making it seem like a...

Using chemical based herbicides to kill weeds means putting toxic chemicals on your lawn where kids and pets roam. When it rains these toxins then wash off into the waterways affecting fish,...

Burdock is not a simple weed. It cannot simply be plucked and thrown away and thus gone from your garden. No, burdock is not a visitor. Burdock is the guest that won't go home, even though you've...

If you have an electric fence around your property, protecting your prized possessions, then you probably notice quite a bit of greenery developing right underneath the fence. You might consider...

Dassis grass is an ornamental grass that grows much like love grass. While dassis grass can be a wonderful addition to your landscaping, you might want to get rid of it because you have grown...

In fertile areas where vegetation grows abundantly, gardens and landscapes are easily vulnerable to weeds. Weeds are wild plants that grow in unwanted places, producing seeds and spreading rapidly...

Have you ever had those annoying little flies buzzing around your house, especially in warm months?? These are usually fruit flies or a species of gnats and are often seen in the warm months when...

Ivy can look beautiful in a garden or creeping up a tree. Unfortunately, ivy can kill and destroy the surrounding plants, flowers and trees. Ivy can even destroy the brickwork on homes. There are...

Have you ever worked to cultivate a beautiful lawn or a vibrant vegetable garden only to grow frustrated by the weeds? Weeds can choke out other plants by taking nutrients from the soil, and they...

English Ivy can look beautiful, but it can completely overtake your garden, trees and even the brickwork on your home. Although beautiful, the ivy can be dangerous to other trees. According to the...

Ivy can take over almost everything in the garden if not properly maintained. Unfortunately, maintaining ivy is a challenge--ivy can be very difficult to keep in one area without it spreading all...

Garden molds come in a host of varieties. The most common type of garden mold is the "dog vomit" mold, which is yellow and lumpy in appearance. No matter the type of mold you have in your garden,...

Black ants can quickly infest a home, requiring us to find a way to get rid of the annoying pests. Retail pest control products are available, but these can be costly and often contain chemical...

Fleas are blood-sucking insects that feed on warm-blooded mammals. This makes not only your pets susceptible to flea bites but also you and your family. Fleas can quickly multiply and infest a...

You want to get rid of weeds and certain patches of unwanted grass in your lawn. You can destroy those unwanted plants with simple homemade lawn and grass killers that are safe for your family and...

Maintaining your lawn and keeping the weeds away can be a handful-a constantly dreaded task or a passionate hobby. Either way, weeds like dandelions have a tendency to come in and spoil your day....

Mosquitoes attack dogs as quickly as they attack humans, as they feed off of warm-blooded creatures. It is especially important to create a mosquito repellent for dogs, as a mosquito bite can...

Grass that has become overrun by weeds in your yard or garden can be detrimental to the health of new plants. Weeds steal moisture, sunlight and nutrients from seedlings, keeping them from growing...

Lemon balm is an herb with a minty citrus aroma that is commonly used in teas, tonics, and skin care creams. This medicinal herb can also be used as a natural bug repellent. Despite the many...

Gnats may be small and harmless, but they can be annoying pests, too. It can be difficult to enjoy sitting outside with friends if the gnats want to hang out, too. There are cheap, easy ways to...

When trees and grass occupy the same piece of land, they compete for the water and nutrients in the soil. Because there are generally more grass roots than tree roots, the trees may not grow...

Horsetail weed is one of the oldest plants known on earth and may have been around for the dinosaurs' salad bar. This plant is a great nuisance today, but traditionally was harvested and used as a...

Many commercial weed killers contain chemicals that not only kill the weeds, but the grass as well. Another problem is they can taint waterways, and are toxic to humans and animals if not stored...

Vinegar flies, also known as fruit flies, can develop in kitchens and around gardens where fruit is present. These flies can multiply quickly. Luckily there are a few simple home remedies that...

Even the best-laid bricks will get some grass or weeds growing up between the bricks. There are two ways to kill grass between bricks. You could lift all of the bricks to put down plastic...

Vinegar is an effective, natural weed killer, and can help keep your gardens weed free and safe for growing your favorite, organic vegetables. Weeds are the nemesis of every gardener, and killing...

Gravel driveways provide the best conditions for weeds to grow. Weeds aren't just unsightly; dry weeds that are tall enough could absorb heat from your car and catch fire.

Like many weeds, chickweed can seem to conquer your garden or lawn when it begins to grow. New chickweed plants can grow from even the smallest bit of chickweed root, meaning that even if you...

If hard-to-kill weeds are overpowering your lawn or driveway, use clear plastic sheeting to destroy them. The process takes a little time, but in a few weeks, the area will be weed-free. The...

Crabgrass grows annually from midspring to late summer. It disrupts a beautiful, otherwise healthy lawn because it stands out and makes the grass appear uneven. If left untreated, the soil becomes...

Stone walkways are very pretty meandering around the garden or back yard area. Stone walkways lend a rustic look to your outdoor décor. However, you do not want it to be so rustic that it has...

Lawn ants are irritating little creatures and sometimes difficult to get rid of. Ants will make mounds or anthills and if no action is taken, they can kill the grass around the mound. Many home...

Clover is a pretty ground covering and it can even be lucky if you manage to find the four-leaf variety. However, most homeowners find clover to be more of a nuisance as it invades their lawn and...

Mint can be a tasty addition to most food and drink that you can make in your home. However, when this plant starts to dominate your garden or lawn, you may be in trouble. Mint is one of the most...

Ants have been a problem for humans for centuries. Evolving from small, wasp-like insects more than 110 million years ago, ants have traveled around the world and now inhabit nearly every...

Hosta plants, also known as plantain lily or funkia, are popular garden plants. They come in wide variety of colors and shapes, and are hardy and easy to grow. Hosta are a member of the Liliaceae...

Ant infestations outside of the home can make your lawn look unattractive and also lead to ants eventually entering your home. There are numerous pesticides on the market that you can purchase and...

Fleas are one of the biggest hassles that accompany pet ownership because they can make your pets miserable with itching, and the humans in your house may have to suffer too. It is important to...

There are over 19 varieties of ants throughout North America. Many varieties of yard ants (such as carpenter ants and fire ants) can damage plant life, destroy seeds and flower buds. Getting rid...

In addition to their irritating bites, many types of ants can damage your lawn and garden. Lawn ants will eat and destroy buds of plants, seeds or any roughage with nutritional value. They also...

Stink bugs are attracted to soft lights and warmth. When they feel threatened or pleased with a certain lodging, like skunks, they emit a foul smelling odor that can ward off predators or mark...

Ants in the home can be a pervasive and frustrating problem. Rather than using toxic substances in your home to kill ants, try natural, homemade, simple solutions to get rid of ants for good....

Mold is more common in the lawn than people realize. Unfortunately, many people do not know that they have a mold problem and are not sure what it looks like. For people who think they have a...

Fire ants can be a real garden nuisance, and to make matters worse, when agitated, they bite. If you're not interested in using garden chemicals, there are a number of natural alternatives you can...

Vinegar can be used as an herbicide and pesticide. It is an inexpensive, and environmentally safe, alternative to chemical products. According to the United States Department of Agriculture,...

Water bugs are also known as the American cockroach. These roaches can quickly infest a house if a homeowner is not careful. They are most often found in the dark moist places of a home, but they...

Retail products are available that are designed to kill brush and weeds, but the price tag on these products can often be quite high. Instead, consider making your own homemade brush killer. These...

There is no perfect homemade weed killer, but there are many household products that can be used if you are careful. Vinegar, soap and bleach are all usable as homemade weed killers. To control...

Any flower, no matter how beautiful, can be considered a weed if it's crowding out other flowers that you want in your garden. The cypress vine, a cousin of the morning glory, has bright red...

Weeds can quickly take over your yard or garden if they are not removed. Weed-killing solutions purchased in stores, however, often contain harmful chemicals that could pose a threat to you and...