This article highlights some great companion plants for growing basil. We’ve included some not-so-great companions that can hurt or hinder basil’s growth. When done right, companion planting benefits both...
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Andre Campbell
19 Natural Ways to Get Rid of Japanese Beetles
Japanese beetles are destructive pests that feed on many plants. They often gather in groups, causing serious damage to leaves, flowers, and fruits. Adult Japanese beetles are often most active from late June through...
Sasha Campbell
14 Natural Ways to Get Rid of Thrips on Plants
A closer inspection through a magnifying glass may confirm a worrying infestation of plant-feeding thrips. If you are an organic gardener, there are many natural ways to get rid of this pest problem. Thrips damage...
Neem Oil Garden Benefits and Uses
Neem oil is a natural remedy for controlling a wide range of pests. It also has many other benefits and uses in the garden. Neem oil comes from the seeds of the neem tree (Azadirachta indica), a tropical evergreen tree...
13 Benefits of Using Diatomaceous Earth for Gardens
Today, many farmers and gardeners are aware of the environmental benefits of using organic products like diatomaceous earth (DE). Diatomaceous earth has been used for decades as a natural, non-synthetic pesticide [1]...
16 Natural Ways to Get Rid of Boxelder Bugs
Though they do not cause significant damage to plants, boxelder bugs can quickly become a nuisance for some homeowners [1]. They may invade homes and other indoor spaces in large numbers, and their feces may stain light...
17 Natural Ways to Get Rid of Squash Bugs on Plants
Controlling common garden pests, like squash bugs, can be frustrating for many gardeners. Squash bugs suck sap from the leaves, stems, vines, and young fruits of squash, pumpkins, and other cucurbits. Their feeding can...
16 Natural Ways to Get Rid of Leaf Miners
It can be so disheartening to find leaf miner damage on your plants. Instead of healthy growth, you find your plant leaves with trails of light-green to white, squiggly lines. Those trails are caused by leaf miner...
White Spots on Tomato Plants (Causes & Natural Treatments)
This article discusses causes of white spots on tomato leaves and other plant parts. Additionally, we will examine the damage they cause and explore natural remedies to help fix the problem. Tomatoes are grown nearly...
Using Newspaper to Kill Weeds: The Scoop
Who would have thought that something as simple as a newspaper could be used as mulch to control weeds in the garden [1]? Some gardeners will do just about anything to avoid pulling weeds and using toxic herbicides...