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  • A gray squirrel eating a nut in the garden

    Shield Your Garden From Squirrel Damage With A Flower You Can Easily Grow From Seed

    Growing flowers from seed isn't complicated with this common annual. But beyond its pretty blooms, it may keep pests like squirrels from damaging your garden.

    By Eman Amjad Ali 18 hours ago Read More
  • An adult tick sits on a blade of grass.

    Repel Ticks This Summer With A Popular Garden Plant You Can Easily Grow

    Summer is unfortunately the season for ticks, but you may be able to repel them from your yard with a popular garden plant that you can easily grow yourself.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 2 days ago Read More
  • Close up view of a wasp standing on a hummingbird feeder.

    5 Tips For Guarding Your Hummingbird Feeder From Wasps

    While hummingbirds love nectar, so do wasps. They aren't always compatible. Here are five tips for guarding your hummingbird feeder from wasps in your yard.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 4 days ago Read More
  • A brown lizard resting on green leaves in a garden setting

    The Two Kitchen Ingredients You Need To Deter Lizards From Your Garden

    Lizards may be overtaking your garden, but it doesn't have to be a problem with this natural solution that involves using two kitchen staples as a deterrent.

    By Eman Amjad Ali 4 days ago Read More
  • A hummingbird flies to a feeder where two big black ants are also feeding.

    Protect A Hummingbird Feeder From Relentless Ants With An Easy DIY Solution

    Hummingbirds love the sweet nectar in their feeders, but so do ants. Keep these pests away with an easy garden DIY project that reuses trash in your home.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 5 days ago Read More
  • White powdery mildew is visible on the oval leaves of a jade plant.

    Essential Tips For Treating Powdery White Spots On A Jade Plant

    The jade plant can be one of the easiest houseplants to care for. But if you see any powdery white spots, you need to treat them right away. Here's how.

    By Melody Ip 5 days ago Read More
  • Hollowed out orange peels being used as seed starter pots

    How To Use Orange Peels To Help The Plants In Your Garden Thrive

    All you need to help plants grow could be fruit scraps you'd otherwise throw away: orange peels. With so many uses, your garden will be thriving in no time.

    By Eman Amjad Ali 6 days ago Read More
  • A skunk with its tail up walks by a branch with yellow leaves.

    One Spicy Vegetable Plant Is Sure To Keep Skunks Out Of Your Garden

    Skunks are adorable, but they aren't always a welcome guest in the garden. Try using this spicy vegetable plant to keep them from digging into your yard.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 6 days ago Read More
  • Woman pulls out a single toothpick from a container.

    The Toothpick Trick That Helps The Seedlings In Your Garden Thrive

    If you've ever bought a container of toothpicks, odds are that you still have a handful lying around. You can put them to use by helping your seedlings.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 7 days ago Read More
  • A snake slithering in the grass.

    Snakes Love This Plant You Might Already Be Growing In Your Yard

    This popular plant is often used extensively in landscaping, especially across the Southeast. Unfortunately, it may also be attracting snakes to your yard.

    By Eman Amjad Ali 10 days ago Read More
  • A garden mole pokes its head and arms out from the top of a mound of loose dirt in a garden.

    Does Cinnamon Really Work To Get Rid Of Garden Moles?

    For those who want easy, natural remedies to get rid of garden moles, cinnamon might seem ideal. But does this pantry spice actually work as a repellent?

    By Melody Ip 12 days ago Read More
  • Hands holds a small trowel with baking soda above garden plants.

    The Baking Soda Hack You Might Not Want To Try In Your Garden

    There's no doubt that baking soda can be used in many ways around the house, but is it true it can be used in the garden? You might not want to try this hack.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 13 days ago Read More
  • Dandelion flower grows between gray paver bricks.

    Weeds Growing Between Pavers? Stop Them With This Common Kitchen Staple

    Weeds growing between pavers is especially frustrating because they stand out more than ever. Try this common kitchen staple for a friendly DIY solution.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 14 days ago Read More
  • An Asian Bush Mosquito rests on a stalk of grass.

    The Flowering Plant That's Inviting Unwanted Mosquitoes Into The Garden

    There are pros and cons to tropical temperatures: you get to grow tropical plants but you have to deal with mosquitoes. This flowering plant may be a problem.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 14 days ago Read More
  • A brown field mouse is sitting in a soil-filled planter looking toward a fence.

    Planting One Certain Type Of Daisy Could Keep Your Garden Free Of Mice

    Keep the mice out of your garden with the help of this pretty daisy type. Planting them is easy, and it could help keep your yard free of pests, too.

    By Eman Amjad Ali 14 days ago Read More
  • A gray squirrel clings to a bird feeder pole above the bird feeder.

    Deter Squirrels From Your Bird Feeder By Reusing An Old Item From Your Garden

    Recycle this common piece of garden waste and make an easy DIY squirrel repellent that will keep the rodents away from your bird feeder once and for all.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 16 days ago Read More
  • Three groundhogs peak out behind a patch of hostas next to the house in a garden.

    Why You Should Think About Planting Daffodils If You Have A Groundhog Problem

    Groundhogs are often the bane of a gardener's hard work, but planting a few daffodils among your flowers could help you out with this this pest problem.

    By Lauren Krystaf 18 days ago Read More
  • A woman waters a houseplant with a watering can.

    The Medicine Cabinet Staple That Can Help Keep Houseplants Thriving

    Don't discount your medicine cabinet when you think about DIY plant care! This one item that is in every home can help keep your houseplants thriving.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 18 days ago Read More
  • A red garden gate is latched shut with shrubs on either side.

    Plant This Fragrant Herb Near Your Garden Gate To Keep Pests Away

    The garden gate is as much a part of your garden as it is a boundary. If you don't want this spot overrun with mosquitos, try planting this fragrant herb.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 19 days ago Read More
  • A garter snake hides in mossy leaf litter

    Are Chili Pepper Plants Really An Effective Snake Repellent?

    On the endless journey to keep snakes out of your yard, you may wonder about using chili pepper plants as a potential snake repellent. But is it effective?

    By Autumn McGarr 20 days ago Read More
  • A snake skimming through the grass

    Turn Snakes Away From Your Yard With These 2 Common Essential Oils

    You might just be able to deter unwanted snakes from your yard and garden if you get your hands on these two essential oils to create a natural repellent.

    By Eman Amjad Ali 22 days ago Read More
  • A brown rat stretches its body from a tree to eat seed from a birdfeeder.

    Is Garlic Really The Secret To Keeping Rodents Away From Bird Feeders?

    Birds love your bird feeder. Unfortunately, so do rats, mice, and squirrels. When looking for ways to deter these rodents, is garlic a secret repellent weapon?

    By Autumn McGarr 26 days ago Read More
  • Epazote herb growing in rich soil in a pot in the garden.

    Think Twice Before Planting Epazote In Your Garden. Here's Why

    Epazote is a wonderful, well-loved Mexican herb, but there's a potential drawback for you to consider before you plant it in your garden or yard.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 27 days ago Read More
  • A woman peels an orange in her hands.

    The Orange Peel Hack That Could Keep Mosquitoes Away From Your Yard

    As the weather gets warmer, mosquitoes may start to flock to your yard. You may be able to keep them away with this natural citrus peel hack.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 28 days ago Read More
  • A brown rat rests on small pebbles next to green foliage and a purple flower.

    This Pretty Yellow Flower Is A Natural Rat Repellent & You Never Even Realized

    These beautiful flowers brighten up any garden or yard that they're in, but there's also a secret bonus: they help repel rats and other unwanted rodents.

    By Melody Ip 29 days ago Read More
  • A squirrel looks toward the camera, surrounded by plants

    One Common Spice Is The Trick To Keeping Squirrels Off Of Your Bird Feeder

    If you're hoping to keep squirrels away from your bird feeder so you can actually feed the birds once in a while, this kitchen staple spice might just help.

    By Eman Amjad Ali 30 days ago Read More
  • A brown rat eating seeds in the garden

    Rats Will Stay Out Of Your Garden With One Ingredient From Your Kitchen

    If you're looking to deter rats and other rodents from coming into your garden, consider making a repellent with a pantry staple from your kitchen.

    By Eman Amjad Ali 1 month ago Read More
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