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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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This popular plant is often used extensively in landscaping, especially across the Southeast. Unfortunately, it may also be attracting snakes to your yard.
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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?
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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.
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Weeds growing between pavers is especially frustrating because they stand out more than ever. Try this common kitchen staple for a friendly DIY solution.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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?
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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.
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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?
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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