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  • Brown recluse spider walking across a pair of jeans
    By Holly Gates 7 months ago

    Brown Recluse Spiders Stand No Chance Against One Easy DIY Vinegar Solution

    Brown recluse spiders are one of the most venomous spiders in the U.S., but you don't need to fear them if you can make this easy DIY vinegar-based solution.

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  • Multi-colored petunias
    By Kristeen Cherney 7 months ago

    Common Petunia Problems To Know About Before Growing Them In Your Backyard

    Petunias are hardy plants that are wonderful for beginnings, but even they have problems to watch out for, from pests to diseases to maintenance.

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  • Measuring cinnamon powder and sticks
    By Janet F. Murray 7 months ago

    Keep Mice Out Of Your Kitchen With A Little-Known Cinnamon Hack

    Mice love kitchens, because they're warm with ample access to food and water. However, there's a hack you can use to deter these rodents that involves cinnamon.

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  • Mouse peeping out burrow
    By Janet F. Murray 7 months ago

    Deter Mice From Your Home & Yard By Growing A Beautiful Aromatic Flower

    Mice can be incredibly frustrating indoors or outdoors, but you may be able to use a certain aromatic flower as a potential natural repellent in your yard.

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  • Mosquito on plant
    By Ethan Harrison Smith 7 months ago

    The Relaxing Scent That Will Keep Mosquitoes Away From Your Yard & Garden

    If you're looking for a scent that can deter mosquitoes away from your garden, lawn, or yard, one herbal choice stands out, but here's what you need to know.

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  • zoomed in bed bug
    By Jason Rochlin 7 months ago

    Here's How Bed Bugs Snuck Into Your Home (& What To Do About It)

    If you've got a bed bug problem, you may wonder how the annoying pests ended up in your home in the first place and how to get rid of them. Here's what to know.

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  • spider in web
    By Brandy Eaklor 7 months ago

    Beautiful Plants That Double As Natural Spider-Repellents

    If you're trying to have less spiders in your house, forgo the toxic solutions and lean on natural deterrents in the plant world. Here are the best ones to try.

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  • hand holding bird nest
    By Charlotte D. Miller 7 months ago

    The Bird Nest Look-Alike You Don't Want To Find In Your Yard

    It's always pleasant to see a bird nest in one of the trees in your yard, but sometimes looks can be deceiving. You don't want to find this bird nest lookalike.

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  • Gardener planting tomato plant
    By Kristeen Cherney 7 months ago

    11 Flowers & Herbs That Can Help Keep Pests Out Of The Garden

    Is your garden overrun with insects or rodents? Maybe it's time to plan it out differently this next spring. Here are the plants that will keep nuisances away.

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  • Person watering cucumber plant
    By Ethan Harrison Smith 7 months ago

    Cucumber Watering Mistakes That Are Sure To Kill Your Plants

    Cucumbers are easy to grow, but they can be subjected to watering issues that might cause the plant to wilt or even die. These are the mistakes to look out for.

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  • boxelder bugs on a foundation
    By Rob Johnstone 7 months ago

    Repel Boxelder Bugs With An Aromatic Plant From Your Herb Garden

    Are boxelder bugs driving you crazy? These autumn pests can cover your home, but you might be able to repel them with a popular aromatic garden herb.

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  • red bush among leaves rocks
    By Rob Johnstone 7 months ago

    Think Twice Before Planting This Beautiful Red Bush In Your Yard

    These gorgeous red bushes look outstanding in a yard, but despite its popularity as a fall garden staple, there are several good reasons to avoid it completely.

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  • Tick parasite
    By Charlotte D. Miller 8 months ago

    If You Find A Tick In Your Home, Reach For A Common Medicine Cabinet Staple

    Finding a tick is bad enough. Trying to kill the little pest is even worse. Don't stress over it, though. One item in your bathroom will do the job easily.

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  • crabgrass weed in lawn
    By Charlotte D. Miller 8 months ago

    The Best Way To Get Rid Of Pesky Crabgrass Before It Takes Over Your Yard

    If crabgrass is an unwelcome presence in your lawn, let it know that the grass is your turf with these tips to get rid of it before it takes over.

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  • person raking leaves
    By Rob Johnstone 8 months ago

    You Might Want To Reconsider Using Fallen Leaves As Mulch

    It's the season of falling leaves, and you might be tempted to use your pile as mulch for your garden and around the yard. However, there are a few downsides.

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  • house pinch perched on tree
    By Brandy Eaklor 8 months ago

    Common Birds You Don't Want To Spot Flying Anywhere Near Your Yard

    Birdwatching is fun. Having birds in your backyard is even more fun. You don't want the wrong types of bird, though, and these are guests you'd rather avoid.

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  • garter snake slithering near deck
    By Janine Frank 8 months ago

    The Best Thing To Do If You Find A Snake Living Under Your Deck

    Nobody wants to find a snake under their deck. However, it's probably not venomous, and the process of getting rid of it is easier than you might think.

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  • silverfish crawling along bathroom floor
    By Allanah Dykes 8 months ago

    Small Bugs In The Bathroom That Only Come Out At Night

    There are a lot of things that go bump in the night, including these small bugs that love bathrooms. If you see any of these, contact pest control.

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  • mass cane houseplant
    By Samantha Volz 8 months ago

    Mass Cane Leaves Turning Yellow & Brown At The Ends

    If the leaves of your beloved mass cane houseplant are starting to turn yellow and brown at the tips, you could be able to reverse the damage. Here's how.

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  • dying leaves lucky bamboo plant
    By Kimberly Johnson 8 months ago

    How To Save A Rotting Bamboo Plant

    Is that lucky bamboo plant dying? It may not be real bamboo, but if the leaves are yellow and it's rotting, you can still save your houseplant with these steps.

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  • fire pit flame up close
    By Jill Harness 8 months ago

    Rocks That Explode Around Firepits

    If you've got a fire pit, there are certain types of rocks that will explode if they make it into the flames. Here's what you need to know.

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  • a fist full of weeds
    By Shelley Hoose 8 months ago

    How To Mix Bleach Or Vinegar And Water To Kill Weeds

    Weeds are often a gardener's worst nemesis, and many want ways to kill them without herbicides. Vinegar and bleach are good options, but here are some tips.

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  • borax 20 mule team store
    By Michelle Miley 8 months ago

    How To Use 20 Mule Team Borax To Kill Roaches

    Boric acid is the chemical found in 20 Mule Team Borax, and you can also use it to kill cockroaches around your home. Here's how to get rid of these pests.

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  • dead roach baking soda sugar
    By Hunker Team 8 months ago

    How To Kill Roaches Naturally With Sugar And Baking Soda

    If you've got a roach problem, you could be able to kill these pests with sugar and baking soda if you follow this natural recipe.

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  • Firewood stacked against log house
    By Ethan Harrison Smith 8 months ago

    Pros And Cons Of Stacking Firewood Up Against Your House

    Stacking firewood against your house is convenient, but there might be a few reasons you'd want to avoid it. Here are the pros and cons of this wood storage.

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  • Indoor house plant
    By Annie Walton Doyle 8 months ago

    How To Kill The Little White Worms In Houseplant Pots

    If your houseplants are crawling with what appear to be creepy little white worms, it's time to take action before your fungus gnat problem gets worse.

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  • person pulling weeds out of lawn
    By Janine Frank 8 months ago

    The Colorful Grass Alternative That'll Block Out Weeds In Your Yard & Garden

    There's a colorful groundcover that can block out weeds or unwanted plants in your yard or lawn. This grass alternative is gorgeous and worthy of consideration.

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