Asiatic garden beetles may be small, but they can cause big problems in your garden. These pests feed on the leaves, flowers, and roots of many plants. Because they are mostly active at night, you may not even notice...
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Sasha Campbell
Frogs and Toads: Garden Benefits and How to Attract Them
Frogs and toads may not be the first creatures gardeners think about inviting into their yard. However, they are among the most helpful allies you can have. These quiet nighttime hunters help control pests. They also...
16 Natural Ways to Get Rid of Centipedes
Centipedes can be unsettling to find crawling across your floor or hiding in damp corners of your home. With their many legs and fast movements, they tend to spark instant discomfort. The good news is that there are...
17 Natural Ways to Get Rid of Lovebugs
Lovebugs can be incredibly annoying. This is especially true when they swarm and cling to your vehicle, walls, and outdoor furniture. While they don’t bite or sting humans, their remains can damage painted...
11 Ways to Use Hydrogen Peroxide in the Garden
Hydrogen peroxide can be used in your garden. This common household liquid, the same one used to clean cuts, contains extra oxygen. This extra oxygen makes it especially useful for plants and soil. When used correctly...
13 Small Hand Tools for Gardening (with Pictures)
You don’t need large equipment or heavy machinery to grow a beautiful garden. In fact, many gardeners rely almost entirely on small hand tools to plant, maintain, and harvest their crops. These compact tools offer...
8 Natural Ways to Get Rid of Creeping Buttercup
Creeping buttercup may look cheerful with its glossy yellow flowers, but this plant can quickly take over lawns and garden beds. Known for spreading by creeping runners, creeping buttercup can choke out grass and weaken...
Good and Bad Companion Plants for Peas
Growing peas in your garden can be incredibly rewarding. Not only do they add flavor to your meals, but they also enrich your soil by fixing nitrogen, which benefits many plants. However, just as people do, plants have...
Good and Bad Corn Companion Plants
Corn is one of those crops that feels right at home in a backyard garden. Under the right growing conditions, it grows tall and produces generously. If you want your corn to thrive even better, companion planting can...
Good and Bad Sunflower Companion Plants
Sunflowers are excellent garden plants. Their tall stems, bold blooms, and ability to attract pollinators make them both beautiful and useful. However, sunflowers don’t get along with every plant. Choosing the...