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 (even one as big as a...
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Andre Campbell
15 Natural Ways to Get Rid of Flea Beetles
Flea beetles are small jumping beetles that 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 mature when planted from seed. In most...
Sasha Campbell
13 Natural Ways to Get Rid of Sawflies
Sawflies are in the same order as bees, ants, and wasps. They received their name because of the saw-like ovipositor that the female uses to pierce open plants to lay eggs [1]. The adult sawfly resembles a wasp, but it...
Using Vinegar to Kill Weeds: Basic Guide
White vinegar is commonly used for cleaning purposes and as a versatile ingredient in cooking. Its acetic acid can also kill weeds. Regular household vinegar (5% acetic acid) works on young, small weeds. However, a...
17 Natural Ways to Get Rid of Stink Bugs in the Garden
Plant-eating stink bugs damage plants by sucking their sap. In some cases, they can cause significant damage to your crops. You may find stink bugs in your garden on tomatoes, corn, green peppers, beans, and other...
Good and Bad Squash Companion Plants
Wondering what companion plants to grow with squash? It’s a good thing because it’s crucial that the nearby vegetables, herbs, fruits, or flowers help squash plants thrive. They should provide support, not...
13 Natural Ways to Get Rid of Leaf-Footed Bugs
It is frustrating when insect pests, like the leaf-footed bug, damage your garden. It may even set back your harvest. Leaf-footed bugs are not considered dangerous, as they do not pose a threat to humans. However, an...
12 Wood Ash Garden Benefits and Uses
Wood ash is helpful in the garden. Commonly used as a soil amendment, it is a good source of calcium, potassium, phosphorus, and magnesium. Wood ash is the powdery substance that remains after burning wood [1]. If you...
12 Natural Ways to Get Rid of Black Vine Weevil in Garden
It is that time of year again when amateur and professional gardeners alike have to deal with pests. One of these pests is the Black Vine Weevil (Otiorhynchus sulcatus), a member of the Curculionidae family. Controlling...