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  • Carpenter bee making a hole in untreated wood
    By Chris Deziel 1 day ago

    How To Repel Carpenter Bees Naturally With A Fragrant DIY Solution

    Carpenter bees might be destructive, but they are still beneficial pollinators. Here's a safe way to possibly repel them and make your space smell great too.

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  • Person spraying self with homemade tick spray
    By Ryan Cashman 3 days ago

    Skip The Oils And Traps: Help Keep Ticks Out Of Your Yard With A Natural Solution

    If you're sick of chemicals and are looking for a more natural alternative to tick repellant, you may be curious about some homeopathic remedies. Do they work?

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  • Indoor house plant
    By Annie Walton Doyle 3 days ago

    How To Kill The Little White Worms In Houseplant Pots

    If your houseplants are crawling with what appear to be creepy little white worms, it's time to take action before your fungus gnat problem gets worse.

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  • Carpenter bee gathering pollen from  a yellow flower
    By Chris Deziel 5 days ago

    Keep Carpenter Bees From Re-Nesting In Your Deck With An Easy DIY Solution

    Have carpenter bees been hard at work hollowing out your deck? The solution on how (and when) to fix this problem is easier than you might think.

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  • tick crawling on skin
    By Christy Rae Ammons 6 days ago

    Not Lemongrass: How To Repel Ticks Using One Natural Fragrance They Despise

    Ticks are a dreaded possibility that comes with any journey outdoors, but luckily, one essential oil that appeals to humans actually repels these insects.

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  • A carpenter bee drilling through wood
    By Christy Rae Ammons 7 days ago

    Don't Mistake This Harmless Pollinator For Carpenter Bees: How To Spot The Difference

    Carpenter bees might be pollinators, but they can also be undesirable due to the holes they drill. But are the bees living in those holes really carpenter bees?

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  • Man rolling out sod while doing landscaping work
    By Shelley Frost 7 days ago

    Skip Standard Gravel: This More Modern, Weed-Resistant Landscaping Alternative Won't Wash Away

    This modern landscaping upgrade won't wash away, and its dark color delivers seriously sleek weed control with a polished, low-maintenance look.

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  • Multiple fire ants in a nest
    By Kristeen Cherney 8 days ago

    Fire Ants Can't Stand This One Natural Fragrance

    Are fire ants taking up residence in your yard? This natural fragrance has a notoriously strong scent and chemical compounds that may repel these pests.

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  • A hand going through kitchen spice cabinet
    By Kristeen Cherney 8 days ago

    How To Get Rid Of Carpenter Bees With The Help Of A Simple Kitchen Staple

    Carpenter bees might be bad news, but they're still beneficial pollinators. Here's how you can safely get rid of them with an unexpected kitchen item.

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  • A close-up of a mosquito perched on a leaf.
    By Amy Freeman 9 days ago

    Not Mint Or Coffee: Mosquitoes Can't Stand This One Natural Fragrance

    People have tried to repel mosquitoes using mint or coffee, but you can use the help of a specific plant to keep them away from your skin entirely

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  • Tick crawling on hand
    By Ryan Cashman 9 days ago

    How To Repel Ticks With An Overlooked DIY Solution That's So Simple

    If you're working in your yard or live in a wooded area, ticks can become a big problem. Here's a DIY solution that can help keep the pesky creatures at bay.

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  • A tick crawling on a person's finger.
    By Amy Freeman 14 days ago

    Help Keep Ticks Out Of Your Yard With An Easy DIY Solution

    Say goodbye to ticks in your yard with this clever DIY repellent, which involves reusing two discarded home essentials in the most ingenious way.

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  • Three anthills in the ground
    By Shelley Frost 14 days ago

    Get Rid Of Anthills In Your Yard Using This Easy And Affordable DIY

    Anthills are the bane of many a yard, messing with the aesthetic and raising infestation concerns. Thankfully, this easy and inexpensive fix can remove them.

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  • Brown recluse spider crawling on a blue fabric
    By Chris Deziel 14 days ago

    Keep Brown Recluse Spiders Out Of Your Home With An Easy DIY Solution

    Worried about brown recluse spiders taking up residence in your property? This DIY solution deters these pests by denying them retreats and prey in your home.

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  • A cute squirrel sits in a potted plant
    By Amy Freeman 15 days ago

    Protect Your Potted Plants From Squirrels With A Cheap And Easy DIY Solution

    Cute as they may, squirrels are far from a welcome addition to your potted plants. This easy DIY solution will prove mighty frustrating to these critters.

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  • Woman removing weeds from a landscaped area by hand
    By Shelley Frost 15 days ago

    Not Shovels, Not Hoes: The Easy Way To Remove Weeds Without Hand-Pulling

    Pulling weeds by hand is hard on your back. Fortunately, there’s a nifty tool that makes clearing them out faster, easier, and far less strenuous.

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  • wasp flying on wood
    By Christy Rae Ammons 15 days ago

    Not Peppermint Or Rosemary: How To Repel Wasps Using One Natural Fragrance

    It’s not the usual pest-deterring suspects. This unexpected scent may help keep wasps away, and there’s science to support its surprising effectiveness.

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  • A carpenter bee, close up, on a wood deck
    By Ryan Cashman 16 days ago

    Help Keep Carpenter Bees Away Naturally With Herbs They Hate

    Carpenter bees are important pollinators. But they can destroy wood decks and sidings. Convince them to set up homes elsewhere by using these herbs.

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  • Garter snake basking in green ground cover
    By Chris Deziel 18 days ago

    Keep Snakes From Slithering Into Your Yard With A DIY Solution

    By installing this DIY barrier in your yard, you can stop both large and small snakes from entering your property by effectively blocking their access.

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  • Person spraying bug repellent on arm
    By Christy Rae Ammons 20 days ago

    New Study Shows Bug Spray Could Be Having An Unexpected Effect On Mosquitoes

    DEET has long been a go-to for combating mosquitoes, but new research suggests its effects on these biting pests isn't as guaranteed as we may think.

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  • a colorful flower bed
    By Amy Freeman 20 days ago

    Not Landscape Fabric Or Herbicides: An Easier Way To Prevent Weeds In Flower Beds

    Landscape fabric is a hassle, while herbicides are literally overkill — so what's the best way to prevent weeds from growing on your flowerbeds?

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  • Carpenter bee emerging from a hole in a piece of wood
    By Chris Deziel 20 days ago

    Stop Carpenter Bees From Drilling Into Your Deck With This Easy DIY Fix

    If carpenter bees are turning your deck into their next construction project, try this easy solution. Not only is it effective, but it's also safe and humane.

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  • Two rolls of aluminum foil next to a crumbled ball of aluminum foil
    By Melanie Dawn 20 days ago

    4 Ways To Use Aluminum Foil For Fewer Pests And Healthier Plants

    Aluminum foil isn't just good for holding leftovers, and once you learn about these ways to use it in your garden, you'll want to buy an extra roll.

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  • Eastern yellowjacket wasp nest
    By Kristeen Cherney 21 days ago

    Say Goodbye To Ground Wasps With A Natural Solution They Can't Stand

    Ground wasps can be a nuisance, but the last thing anyone wants to do is spray their yard with chemical pesticides. So, why not try this natural alternative?

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  • weeds growing in lawn
    By Christy Rae Ammons 21 days ago

    Skip The Herbicides: Grow A Lemon-Scented Ground Cover To Block Out Weeds Instead

    This ground cover has a unique name that’s matched by its wonderful lemony fragrance. It’s fast growing, meaning it will help keep out weeds.

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  • Gloved hands pulling weeds from garden bed
    By Kristeen Cherney 22 days ago

    Stop Wasting Dryer Lint — Reuse It To Help Keep Weeds Out Of The Garden

    Could dryer lint be the sustainable, biodegradable weed-suppressing hack you’ve been looking for? Here’s what you need to know about reusing it in the garden.

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  • A striking carpenter bee exhibits iridescent wings and a yellow thorax on weathered wood outdoors
    By Emily Kammerlohr 22 days ago

    Prevent Future Carpenter Bee Nesting Along Your Roofline With A Smart DIY Solution

    Don't allow carpenter bees to nest along your roofline -- this DIY solution blocks their access to your property without harming these helpful pollinators.

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