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  • Close-up of crabgrass in lawn
    By Rob Johnstone 5 hours ago

    How To Kill Crabgrass With A DIY Remedy From Your Kitchen

    Crabgrass is a nuisance that can ruin an otherwise perfect lawn. But, you don't need a chemical herbicide to get rid of it. Try this natural crabgrass killer.

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  • bees on the base of a hummingbird feeder
    By Kirsten Nunez 8 hours ago

    Keep Bees And Wasps Away From Hummingbird Feeders With One Little-Known Tip

    Are you sick of bees and wasps swarming your hummingbird feeder? Here is a surprising trick that may work to keep them from your backyard hummingbird feeder.

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  • tick crawling on a leaf
    By Jillian Chapman 11 hours ago

    9 Beautiful Plants That May Help Keep Fleas And Ticks Out Of Your Yard

    If you want a more natural method to banish fleas and ticks from your yard, here are nine gorgeous plants that you should consider adding to your garden.

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  • English ivy growing on a wall, over a window.
    By Sharon Kong Perring 4 days ago

    Growing These 11 Plants Too Close To Your Home Could Be A Big Mistake

    These plants are fan favorites, but there's one problem: you shouldn't be growing them close to your home. Find out what plants to avoid near your house.

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  • Close-up of spider mites on a green stalk.
    By Nick Gerhardt 5 days ago

    Get Rid Of Spider Mites With A Simple DIY Remedy That Actually Works

    Spider mites can wreak havoc on both houseplants and outdoor gardens. Try this easy, natural DIY method to keep these little pests at bay and save your plants.

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  • A family at work hand-pulling weeds in the garden
    By David Kuchta 5 days ago

    The Best Way To Get Rid Of Weeds In The Garden Without Killing Other Plants

    Looking for a way to get those pesky weeds out of your garden? Here's a sure-fire way to get rid of them in a natural way that won't damage the other plants.

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  • squirrel crawling on hanging bird feeder
    By Nick Gerhardt 6 days ago

    Don't Toss Empty Nursery Pots - Reuse Them To Easily Squirrel-Proof Your Bird Feeder

    Don't know what to do with those old plastic plant pots? Reuse them in a way to outsmart squirrels and protect your bird feeder with this eco-friendly DIY.

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  • Young man spraying mosquito repellent on skin
    By Madisen Swenson 8 days ago

    Keep Pesky Mosquitoes Away With A Little-Known Essential Oil Trick

    Are mosquitoes ruining your outdoor adventures? Try this little-known essential oil trick to keep them at bay and enjoy bite-free outside fun.

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  • A snake tracking something in a grass patch.
    By Sharon Kong Perring 11 days ago

    The Plant You'll Want To Grow To Keep Snakes And Other Pests Out Of Your Yard

    Gardens invite a lot of wildlife, both adorable and annoying. To keep snakes and certain pests at bay, it may be as simple as adding this fragrant plant.

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  • Woman with bug bites on her legs, scratching her legs in the garden.
    By Sharon Kong Perring 18 days ago

    The Easy-To-Grow Herb That Can Help Keep Pests Out Of Your Garden

    Garden pests can be a problem for you and your plants. If you're looking to avoid chemicals to get rid of them, there is an herb you can grow that may help.

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  • Tick on a leaf stem
    By Lisa Bonham 18 days ago

    How To Repel Fleas And Ticks Using One Natural Fragrance They Can't Stand

    Fleas and ticks can be more than a nuisance; they can be a real health hazard. Here is one way you may be able to keep these pests naturally away from you.

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  • man spraying weeds in a gravel driveway
    By Rob Johnstone 21 days ago

    Foolproof Ways To Get Rid Of Weeds Growing In Your Gravel Driveway

    One challenge with gravel driveways are weeds springing through. Here are several natural remedies to consider when trying to get rid of your weed problem.

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  • A hand digging up a small weed with a trowel from a gravel patch.
    By Sharon Kong Perring 26 days ago

    Keep Weeds From Growing In Gravel With An Easy DIY Remedy

    If weeds are poking up through your gravel pathway, there's a DIY solution that is so easy to implement. Your yard will be weed-free again before you know it.

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  • A cockroach lies upside down in the garage.
    By David Kuchta 27 days ago

    The Popular Scent That Can Keep Unwanted Pests Out Of Your Garage

    This recognizable, popular scent could be the key to keeping any unwanted pests out of your home garage. Here's how to create a DIY repellent.

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  • A grub excavated in a lawn
    By Ron Baker 1 month ago

    The Natural Remedy You Need To Get Rid Of Grubs Before They Become A Bigger Issue

    If you see grubs in your soil, you may want to deal with them before they become a larger issue. Luckily, there's a natural pest remedy that can help your yard.

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  • hummingbird hovering over a feeder that bees have taken over as they suck nectar from a port.
    By Rob Johnstone 1 month ago

    Pollinator-Friendly Plants That Will Keep Bees Away From Your Hummingbird Feeder

    It makes sense that hummingbirds love hummingbird feeders. Unfortunately, so do bees. Luckily, these pollinator-friendly plants and flowers can draw bees away.

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  • house fly on a sugary bakery item
    By Jillian Chapman 2 months ago

    Repel Flies From Your House With A DIY Remedy From Your Kitchen

    There's a common kitchen ingredient that can deter annoying, pesky little house flies away from your kitchen. Here's how to DIY this natural remedy.

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  • The ants come to drink earl grey one by one in a pink coffee mug with a tea bag hanging out of it.
    By Ron Baker 2 months ago

    Foolproof Ways To Stop Pests From Invading Your Home Year After Year

    Dealing with seasonal pests that return every year? There are some foolproof ways to keep unwanted insects from coming back to your house once and for all.

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  • Silverfish, which can be extremely destructive to books, clothes, and more
    By Ron Baker 2 months ago

    Get Ahead Of Pest Problems Before They Start With These Essential Prevention Tips

    Bugs come into your home during specific seasons of the year, and there are prevention tips to keep these pests out of your house before they come in.

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  • hummingbird perched on red plastic outlet on a bird feeder, drinking nectar
    By Rob Johnstone 2 months ago

    The Seemingly Harmless Insect You Don't Want To Find On Your Hummingbird Feeder

    Many people may think this insect is harmless, but it can hurt and kill hummingbirds. You don't want to see this well-known bug anywhere near your feeder.

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  • a bee perched atop a yellow calendula flower
    By Janine Frank 2 months ago

    Attract A Variety Of Birds & Pollinators To Your Yard With One Vibrant Flower

    All hail Calendula! This award-winning flower isn't just pretty to look at; it'll help with your pest problems by attracting the critters you DO want to have.

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  • a man wearing gray gloves removes a dandelion from the lawn
    By Rob Johnstone 2 months ago

    The Unconventional Yet Effective Sugar Hack For A Weed-Free Lawn

    There's a gardening hack you may want to know about to get a lawn free of weeds -- and it involves an ingredient you probably already have on hand.

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  • Skunk in backyard
    By Gabrielle Hondorp 2 months ago

    How To Keep Skunks Out Of Your Yard And Prevent Them From Coming Back

    Sure, skunks are cute, but you don't want them spraying your dog, kids, or you. Take these active solutions to get them out of your yard once and for all.

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  • multicolored outdoor flower garden with rock lined dirt path
    By Jillian Chapman 2 months ago

    The Popular Purple Flowering Plant That's Actually Illegal To Grow In Many U.S. States

    This stunning purple flowering plant was once a garden favorite. But it's secretly invasive and even illegal in many states, so avoid growing it in your yard.

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  • confused looking woman sitting amongst pink flowers
    By Janine Frank 3 months ago

    Annual Vs Perennial Plants: What's The Difference And Which Should You Grow?

    Most plants fall into a category of "annual" or "perennial." But how do you know the difference, and which type of plant should you grow in your garden?

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  • cob web in the corner of a room
    By Charlotte D. Miller 3 months ago

    How To Keep Spiders Out Of Your House With All-Natural Solutions

    Tired of finding arachnids all over your stuff, but don't want toxic stuff in the home, either? Don't worry, there are all-natural solutions that actually work.

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  • Justin Huang pitching Cup-a-Bug to the Sharks on Shark Tank
    By Charlotte D. Miller 3 months ago

    Where Did Cup-A-Bug Insect Catcher End Up After Shark Tank?

    If you want to get bugs out of your home, but don't want to kill them, Justin Huang's product was made for you. Is it thriving after its Shark Tank debut?

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