Pests, Weeds & Problems

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

How To Kill Mosquito Larvae In Standing Water With Household Products

Oil, vinegar, soap, or bleach: Will any of these standard household ingredients kill off mosquito larvae before they hatch? Here's an assessment of each one.

House Worm Infestations: How Do They Get In?

Earthworms are one of the last pests you expect to see wriggling around in your house. If you spot them, here's the problem that's drawing them in.

How To Get Rid Of Mosquitoes Indoors

Want to know what's more annoying than dealing with mosquitoes outdoors? Getting rid of indoor mosquitoes. Here's how to remove this pest from your home.

I Have Tiny Brown Bugs Around My Baseboards In My House

Those insects creeping around your house might be a big problem - or nothing to worry about. Here's your guide to identifying them, from bedbugs to termites.

The Purple-Flowering Perennial Plant You'll Wish You Never Grew In Your Yard

It's beautiful. It's purple. It flourishes in your yard. What's not to love? A lot, actually, because you should probably dig this out ASAP.

Keep Flies Away From Your Patio With An Easy Hydrogen Peroxide Hack

Are flies ruining your would-be wonderful outdoor evenings? There might be something in your medicine cabinet that can help.

Steer Mice Away From Your Home With The Help Of This Spicy Scent

Nobody wants mice chewing up your house. Thankfully, there's something in the pantry that might deter them - but you have to use it correctly.

If You're Finding Brown Recluse Spiders In Your Yard, You Might Be Making This Mistake

Nobody wants to find a brown recluse spider in their yard, garden, or house. Sadly, there's something you're doing that is drawing them in.

How To Get Rid Of Ladybugs With A Home Remedy

What Is The Difference Between Black Ants And Carpenter Ants?

Does Vinegar Kill Ants?

How To Get Rid Of Ants In Plumbing

How To Get Rid Of Ants Without Harming Pets

I Released Live Ladybugs For My Garden Pest Control. Here's What Happened

Are There Actually Plants That Repel Mosquitoes? Here's What The Science Says

3 Mistakes You're Making If You Have A Pest Problem You Can't Get Under Control

3 Reasons Why It Pays To Be Proactive About Pest Control (Even If You Don't Have An Issue Now)

Yellow Jacket Vs Wasp: How To Identify And Distinguish Them