Having birds in the garden adds beauty and helps control pests naturally. Many birds feast on harmful insects and pests, protecting plants from damage. This article will cover some pest-eating birds, their prey, and how...
Blog
Sasha Campbell
7 Homemade Sawfly Sprays
Sawflies can cause damage to the plants in your garden. However, it is their larvae that cause the most damage [1]. Fortunately, you don’t have to buy commercial pest control sprays. You can take a natural and...
8 Homemade Mealybug Sprays
If you’re a plant lover, you’ve probably encountered mealybugs at some point. These small, soft-bodied pests can cause a lot of damage to your plants. Thankfully, many natural, homemade solutions can help...
Homemade Onion Spray for Plants
Try an onion spray if you want a natural way to repel harmful bugs and plant pests. Onion spray is easy to use and has powerful effects in the garden. Let’s explore how you can make and use it in your garden...
10 Homemade Powdery Mildew Sprays for Plants
Powdery mildew can spread quickly in a garden. Once it takes hold, it can weaken the plants and slow their growth [1]. Thankfully, several homemade sprays can help fight this common plant disease. Not only are these...
13 Natural Cucumber Beetle Repellent Sprays
Cucumber beetles may seem harmless. But they can ruin gardens. These little beetles can damage plants. They may eat leaves, stems, and flowers and chew holes in fruits [1]. Striped cucumber beetles may also spread...
20 Natural Slugs and Snails Repellents for Plants
Gardeners know that slugs and snails can be serious pests. They can cause damage to tender plants, flowers, and vegetables [1, 2]. However, there are many natural ways to keep slugs and snails at bay. These natural...
21 Home Remedies to Kill Weeds Naturally
You can remove weeds with simple home remedies if weeds crowd your garden or lawn. Weeds can be a hassle in flower beds, sprouting between patio stones, or competing with vegetables in your garden. Here are some of the...
10 Natural Ways to Get Rid of Apple Aphids
Apple aphids are tiny, sap-sucking insects. They can harm apple trees and their fruits. Luckily, there are natural methods to control and eliminate these aphids. We will explore home remedies for aphid infestations on...
13 Natural Ways to Get Rid of Gall Midges
Adult gall midges are tiny flies that can cause problems in gardens and orchards by laying eggs on plants. Once the larvae hatch, they burrow into plant tissue, causing “galls.” These galls can reduce plant...