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.
Pest & Problem Fixes
8 Insect-Repelling Plants that Work Naturally to Send Bugs Packing
Improve your time outdoors with a few strongly scented insect-repelling plants, which can send pesky biting bugs, like mosquitoes and flies, packing.
Peach Tree Diseases and Pests
Here's what you need to know about common peach tree diseases and pests and how to fight them.
How to Use Organic Neem Oil for Plants Plagued by Pests
Learn how to use organic neem oil for plants. This environmentally-safe pesticide eliminates fungi, mites, and insects.
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.
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.
Poisonous Weed Like Queen Anne's Lace?
Learn how to spot this poisonous Queen Anne's Lace lookalike and how to eradicate it (with and without chemicals).
How to Clean Pruning Shears to Avoid Spreading Plant Diseases and Pests
Find out how to clean pruning shears so you don't accidentally spread plant diseases and pests on your tools. Use one of four simple methods: rubbing alcohol, bleach, hydrogen peroxide, and heat.
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.
How to Make a Vinegar Weed Killer to Use on Walkways and Driveways
Learn how to make and apply a simple vinegar weed killer to rid your driveway and sidewalk of unwanted plants.
How to Stop Slugs from Chewing Holes in Hosta Leaves
If slugs are waging war on your hostas, fight back with these easy-to-execute strategies.
How to Get Rid of Raccoons in Your Yard
Safely get rid of raccoons and keep them out of your garden for good with these natural pest control tips.
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 Can I Stop Woodchucks From Eating My Flowers and Plants?
How do I stop woodchucks from eating my flowers and plants?
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.
How to Prevent Powdery Mildew on Squash Plants for a Healthy Crop
Learn what you can do to protect powdery mildew on squash plants and stop an infection before it gets out of hand.
How to Get Rid of Clover Mites and Keep the Pests Away from Your Home
Here's how to identify clover mites, the conditions that attract them, and ways get rid of them.
How to Get Rid of Webworms in Trees and Shrubs
Learn how to get rid of webworms before these little pests create a big, ugly problem in your yard.
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 Make a Slug Beer Trap in 3 Easy Steps
A DIY slug beer trap is one of the easiest ways to deal with slimy garden pests. Grab a six-pack and follow this step-by-step guide to get started.