There are as many species of caterpillars as there are butterflies and moths. Most feed on leaves and some even eat flowers and fruits. A well-known type of green caterpillar is the Tomato Hornworm. Hornworms are blue...
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Sasha Campbell
20 Natural Ways to Get Rid of Grasshoppers on Plants
There are many pests that cause chewing damage to plants. One of them is the grasshopper. Grasshoppers are insects that will feed on many garden plants and field crops. As a result, it is vital that you get rid of them...
10 Natural Ways to Get Rid of Blister Beetles in Garden
In the family Meloidae, blister beetles produce a chemical called cantharidin. This chemical is toxic to humans and animals and may cause dehydration, blisters, and even renal failure if swallowed. If eaten by an animal...
Andre Campbell
15 Natural Ways to Get Rid of Flea Beetles
Flea beetles are small, jumping beetles that will feed on many crops in the garden. They mainly feed on brassicas and related plants. So, a flea beetle infestation can cause significant damage to your vegetable garden...
How to Plant Onions at Home: Basic Growing Guide
If you’re planning on adding onions to your vegetable garden, that’s a good idea. Many beginner gardeners find them easy to grow. Onions take 90 to 100 days to reach maturity when planted from seeds. Also...
13 Natural Ways to Get Rid of Sawflies
So named because of the shape of the tube-like organ the female uses to pierce open plants to lay its eggs in, sawflies are in the same group as bees, ants, and wasps. The sawfly resembles a fly but is more like a wasp...
Using Vinegar to Kill Weeds: Basic Guide
Commonly used for cleaning purposes and as a versatile ingredient when cooking, white vinegar can also be used to kill weeds. This is due to the acetic acid it contains. Yes, regular household vinegar (5% acetic acid)...
17 Natural Ways to Get Rid of Stink Bugs in the Garden
Plant-eating stink bugs cause damage to plants by sucking and feeding on the plants. Though there is no need to fear these insects, in some cases, they can cause major damage to your crops. You may find them on...
Good and Bad Squash Companion Plants
Wondering what companion plants to grow with squash? That is a good thing, as it is important to ensure that the vegetables, herbs, fruits, or flowers planted nearby will help squash thrive and not hurt it. Companion...
13 Natural Ways to Get Rid of Leaf-Footed Bugs
When insect pests such as the leaf-footed bug get into your garden and damage your plants, it is frustrating and may even set your harvest back. Leaf-footed bugs are not dangerous, as they do not harm humans. However...