Prevent Damping Off Disease in Seedlings with These 8 Simple Tips
Protect seedlings from damping off disease and boost seed germination rates with these growing tips.
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Pest & Problem Fixes
Try These Garden Pest Control Methods to Protect Your Plants
When hungry insects attack your plants, use these tips to figure out the best garden pest control method to use. Here are eight common pests and how to get rid of them.
How to Get Rid of Scale on Plants in Your Home and Garden
Learn how to identify, remove, and prevent scale insects on your garden plants and houseplants with this guide.
6 Things to Do to Get Rid of Garden Bugs Safely
Here's how to get rid of garden bugs safely once you've determined what insect has invaded your yard.
How to Get Rid of Skunks in Your Yard Without Getting Sprayed
Skunks eat garden pests, but their defensive spray can cause a problem for humans and pets that startle them. Find out how to get rid of skunks in your yard safely.
How Can I Stop Woodchucks From Eating My Flowers and Plants?
How do I stop woodchucks from eating my flowers and plants?
7 Ways to Use Diatomaceous Earth to Naturally Improve Your Garden
Find out how to use diatomaceous earth to garden organically. Apply it to naturally control pests, improve soil, deodorize garden gear, and more.
How to Make a DIY Mosquito Trap So You Can Enjoy Your Yard Bite-Free
Make a DIY mosquito trap from a bucket or bottle with these easy step-by-step instructions, plus get expert tips on making itchy bug bites a thing of the past.
6 Ways to Get Rid of Aphids on Milkweed Without Harming Monarchs
Deal with aphids on milkweed with these monarch-safe methods that will leave the butterflies unharmed.
How to Avoid Minute Pirate Bugs: They're Tiny but Pack a Big Bite
Tiny minute pirate bugs are barely visible but their bites are painful. Here's how to prevent them from biting but allow them to help your garden.
How to Get Rid of Flea Beetles in Your Garden
Learn how to identify, treat, and prevent flea beetle damage in your garden with this beginner-friendly guide.
How to Identify and Get Rid of Poison Ivy Safely
Find out how to identify and get rid of poison ivy without touching this rash-causing plant.
Ladybug vs. Asian Lady Beetle: How to Tell the Good Bug from the Bad Bug
A ladybug and an Asian lady beetle look similar, but one type helps control unwanted insects in the garden while the other is a pest itself. Here's how to tell these similar-looking bugs apart.
Does Bleach Kill Weeds? Yes, But Here's Why You Should Never Try It
Learn the effectiveness and drawbacks of using bleach to kill weeds and why experts don't recommend it for use in gardens.
How to Get Rid of Cucumber Beetles on Your Plants
Have you noticed little bugs on cucumber plants in your garden? Find out how to identify a cucumber beetle and prevent these insects from killing your cucumber, melon, squash, and other crops.
How to Get Rid of Weeds in Flower Beds—and Stave Off New Ones
Unwanted plants among your treasured blooms can ruin the whole effect. But with the right tools and techniques, you can eliminate the invaders.
Boxwood Blight: How to Spot and Prevent This Devastating Plant Disease
Find out what boxwood blight is, how to recognize symptoms, and keep it from infecting your shrubs.
How to Get Rid of Aphids and Protect Plants from Infestation
Aphids can quickly go from a minor to a major problem in your garden. Here's how to get rid of aphids, whether full-grown or eggs.
Should You Use Japanese Beetle Traps? Here’s What Experts Say
When used incorrectly, Japanese beetle traps can make your garden worse. Learn other ways to keep these pests away.
How to Keep Deer from Eating Plants and Out of Your Yard
Try out these deterrents and tips to keep deer from eating plants and out of your yard to save your flowers and veggies.