Sunflowers add a touch of sunshine to any garden. Not only do they provide a boost of serotonin to look at, but they are helpful for the outdoor space, in general. The last thing you want to see is their leaves withering away due to unforeseen elements. So what is it that could be causing …
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Petunias are a colorful plant that’s a member of the nightshade family. Not only are petunias lovely to look at, but they’re also known for having an appealing scent. People are drawn to petunias, but so are many garden pests. In fact, there are many pests that will feed on petunias and destroy these beautiful …
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When I take time to grow herbs, fruits, and vegetables, I am intent on producing healthy ones. So, between studying and finding out the hard way, I have discovered a lot of vital information on how to grow gorgeous, delicious strawberries. It takes the right amount of sun, water, and loving care, but I must …
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Hydrangeas are gorgeous plants known for their beautiful blossoms. These flowers come in many colors, including blue, pink, purple, and white. Unfortunately, like many plants, they can still be threatened by pests. If something’s been eating your hydrangea plant, you’ll want to identify the pest before your flowers are seriously damaged. What is Eating My …
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Store-bought tomatoes have no flavor at all for those of us who have eaten a tomato fresh out of the garden or a private farmer’s field. I love homegrown tomatoes on a BLT, sliced and added to my supper plate, or cooked down into a delicious marinara sauce. The older I get, the more I …
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Growing tomatoes is a careful process where you cultivate many different types of tomatoes. It can be very frustrating with all the effort it takes to grow your tomato plants when you find that pests have been eating your tomatoes. Pests can go after your tomatoes when you least expect them. When you go out to …
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While you might be able to see pests that attack your garden during the day, it can be harder to spot animals that eat plants at night. Waking up to a damaged garden can be disheartening. Thankfully, even if you’re not able to catch a garden pest red-handed, you can look for signs the animal …
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Birds nesting on your property can be a bigger problem than many folks realize but did you hear that there are essential oils to keep birds from building nests? Although it’s nice to hear birds singing during the day, they can become very bothersome and a costly nuisance. In addition to causing damage to your property, …
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I love nothing more than climbing into bed at night and having a peaceful night’s rest. Unfortunately, I’ve had a male cricket outside my window serenading his future wifey for the past two weeks. Don’t get me wrong, listening to the sounds of nature at night can be beautiful, but when you have a cricket …
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A mealybug infestation can be devastating to your garden and can cause dozens of plants to die in clusters. These pests are covered in white fuzz and can leave behind a black, soot-like residue on plants that they are attacking. Can mealybugs bite or infect humans? Is there any danger to being around a mealybug …
