Problems
If only things could always go right in the garden. The fact of the matter is, sometimes they don't. Pests, disease, environmental hazards and more can strike your plants. Learn what they are and how to prevent them here.
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Complete Weeding Guide For Gardeners – How To Get Rid Of Unwanted Weeds
Learn effective methods of weed control.
By Teo Spengler
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Do You Have Boxwood Leafminer? Identify and Remove This Boxwood Pest
The boxwood leafminer can do major damage to boxwood shrubs and can even prove fatal to plants. Find out how to maintain plant health for better plants.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Leaf Spot Diseases, Their Causes & How To Fix Them
Are you worried about leaf spot disease on your plants? Relax. Leaf spots on plants rarely cause any serious damage and are fairly easy to manage.
By Jackie Rhoades
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How To Identify And Control Western Tent Caterpillars
Western tent caterpillars are a devastating pest that ravage the west coast of the US. Here's how to stop them.
By Amy Grant
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6 Remedies To Save Heat-Stressed Plants – Your Essential Summer Survival Guide
Ensure your plants remain vibrant and healthy throughout the hottest months of the year. These tips will help you to create a resilient garden that thrives in the face of rising temperatures.
By Melanie Griffiths
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Spongy Moth: How To Identify, Prevent & Eliminate This Destructive Pest
Spongy moth was brought to the US as a potential source of silk, but is now considered a destructive pest that feeds on native trees.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Does Your Tree Have Douglas Fir Tussock Moth? How To Tackle This Evergreen Pest
If your gorgeous Douglas fir is looking sickly or defoliated, there’s one pest you’d better check for, and fast! We show you how to tackle the Douglas fir tussock moth
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Heat Wave Gardening
Heat waves can cause serious stress for your plants. Give them plenty of shade and water. If possible, get them as healthy as possible before temperatures climb.
By Amy Grant
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8 Insects That Eat Flowers And How To Get Rid Of Them
By Tonya Barnett
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Identify Common Flower Pests And Diseases To Keep Your Plants Protected
Are you worried about wilting blooms, nibbled leaves or sickly florals? Here’s how to spot common flower pests and diseases so you can tackle and prevent problems
By Tonya Barnett
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Slugs Eating Your Plants? Offer Them a Beer Instead
Slugs and snails love beer, but they're no match for a slug beer trap. Learn how beer will lure them away from your vegetables, flowers, and special plants like hostas.
By Laura Miller
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How To Identify Poison Ivy To Prevent A Painful Rash – Plus, Common Lookalike Plants
One mistake you don’t want to make is not knowing what poison ivy and oak look like. Learn about the differences in some poisonous plants to avoid.
By Caroline Bloomfield
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How To Get Rid Of Mosquitoes In The Garden: 9 Natural Ways To Make Them Buzz Off!
How to get rid of mosquitoes is on the minds of people in the summer in almost every region of the world. Learn how to repel the pests without toxic chemicals.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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CARPENTER ANTS - A DIY GUIDE
Carpenter ants don't eat wood and, with a bit of patience, you can eliminate them with homemade remedies.
By Caroline Bloomfield
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What Is Horticultural Oil – How It Helps You Grow Healthier Plants
Learn about what horticultural oil is, when and where to use it and its benefits as a safe alternative to toxic chemical insecticides.
By Teo Spengler
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8 Simple Steps To Rid Your Vegetable Garden Of Pests – Without Using Chemicals
Step away from the pesticides! These natural solutions will fight critters from all angles, without harming your garden's biodiversity.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Peppervine Control: Tips On Managing Peppervines In The Garden
Due to its vigorous root system, once peppervine takes hold, it will overtake a garden and choke out other plants in its path. Learn about controlling it.
By Shelley Pierce