When it comes to gardening, pests are inevitable. We don’t have to be scared away by them though, we just need to learn how to control them. In this section, you can learn about how to get rid of Japanese Beetles on roses, how to deter mice, and narrow down what’s eating your peppers.
A lot of people find chipmunks to be adorable because of how tiny and fuzzy they are. You might sort of enjoy spotting chipmunks in your yard, but eventually, you realize that they’re a nuisance. Of course, they aren’t always easy to spot because they’re so fast and they run away at the first sign…
Whether you are a seasoned gardener or have just begun displaying a beautiful assortment of flowers in your yard, you know your plants are exposed to animals, bugs, and diseases that can alter their appearance. There is only so much you can do to keep animals away from your plants but there are things you…
You might be one of the many people who love taking care of pepper plants. Growing your own peppers can be very satisfying, and it’s going to be great to utilize them as ingredients in your favorite dishes. It isn’t so fun when you come out to your garden in the morning and find that…
The warm summer nights bring with it the sounds of crickets chirping. To some people, those chirps are welcomed, but to others they’re downright frustrating. If you’re a gardener with a vegetable patch, you have no choice but to figure out how to get rid of crickets in the garden, because these insects are polyphagous…
Growing strawberries has the potential to be very fun and it can also give you access to delicious treats. If you have been growing them as of late, you might be worried if it seems as if something is eating your them. What could be responsible for eating your strawberry plants? Is there anything that…
Imagine you’re walking through the garden and find little black dots on several of your plants. Should you be worried? The quick answer is yes, you should! Finding little black dots on plants can be an alarming issue. These black spots indicate that your plants are sick and in need of immediate attention. Don’t worry….
Begonias are perennial flowering plants that look incredibly beautiful and have been used as houseplants for many years. If you are looking to add begonias to your garden, there are a few things that you should keep in mind. The begonia is known for its variegated foliage and its unique appearance, and it will look…
Julie Andrews may sing “Doe, a deer, a female deer” in The Sound of Music but does can have you saying “d’oh!” if they start nibbling your garden. Deer have a reputation for being skittish animals but as people who own gardens will say, they can be incredibly bold when they see plants that they…
Nobody likes moles in their garden. These are tiny rodents that like to burrow deep into the ground. They are carnivorous and love to eat insects. More importantly, they don’t eat your plants, so why do most people hate them so much? The problem lies in the fact that these rodents prefer digging tunnels. If…
Marigolds are vibrant, colorful, and a common addition to many homes and gardens. They have natural pest-resistant qualities, which makes them slightly easier to maintain. Despite their unique odor and their ability to keep some pests at bay, there are more than a few that find marigolds to be a tasty snack. Growing from spring…