Pest Control Tips

"What can I do to help eliminate mosquitoes naturally from ruining my evening outdoor activities at my house?" That recent question is one we receive quite regularly to the blog. Especially as the heat and humidity of summer bring on these annoying and harmful pests in record numbers. Mosquitoes are not only a nuisance, but…

Nothing can destroy an otherwise healthy crop of cucumber plants like a battle with powdery mildew disease. Cucumbers are one of the most popular vegetables grown in home gardens. Prized not only for fresh eating, they also are the star of the show when it comes to making delicious pickles. But growing them can be…

If you are looking for an all-natural method to deter rabbits, squirrels, chipmunks and more - it might be time to try your hand using homemade hot pepper spray! Hot pepper spray has been used for decades by organic gardeners as a natural solution for repelling pests. Whether keeping deer from devouring apples from an…

When it comes to adding an explosion of color to the landscape, its hard to beat growing marigolds. From giant blooming "puff-ball" styles to dainty miniatures, and everything in between, there are well over 50 varieties of marigolds available. And with their high tolerance to both sunlight, drought and heat, it's easy to see why…

Looking for a natural way for stop ants in your landscape and garden? Ants can cause all sorts of issues throughout the landscape. In addition, ant colonies that thrive in the yard can easily make their way indoors. And that is where they can really wreak havoc. Although there are many commercial insecticides available to…

Looking for a way to control aphids without spraying harsh chemicals? You might be surprised just how effective natural and organic methods can work when battling aphids. And at little to no cost! Aphids cause major damage to vegetable gardens, flower beds, and perennial plants. And in quick fashion. Of the thousands of aphid types,…

It is amazing what a few beneficial insects and critters can do for the health of a garden! [caption id="attachment_1963" align="aligncenter" width="300"] The lady bug has a big appetite for aphids, mites,and even fleas[/caption] When gardeners start talking insects, it’s usually not a good thing. Thoughts instantly turn to crop-killing invasions by slugs, or attacks…

How do I control slugs? It is a question so many gardeners ask year after year. Slugs can cause some serious damage to home gardens and flowerbeds. For starters, they can wipe out an entire row of young seedlings in a single night. They also can chew holes in everything from hosta, to tulips, greens,…