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Garden Pest Control

By far the biggest struggle that gardeners face is dealing with bugs, animals, birds, and overall garden pest control. If that resonates with you, then this is exactly where you need to be to find help.

Start by reading my ultimate guide for Controlling Garden Pests naturally. You should also check out my list of Deer Resistant Plants for your garden, learn how to use Neem Oil on your plants, and try making my DIY Fruit Fly Trap (it really works!).

Hornworm caterpillar on a pepper plant

How To Get Rid Of Hornworms Organically

Date: May 5, 2024 by Amy Andrychowicz | 4 Comments

Hornworms can be very frustrating and difficult to get rid of. They have impressive appetites, which means they can do a lot of damage very quickly - Continue Reading

How To Release Ladybugs Into Your Garden

How To Release Ladybugs Into Your Garden

Date: July 11, 2024 by Amy Andrychowicz | 7 Comments

Releasing ladybugs into your garden is a great way to increase the population of these beneficial insects. In this post, I will show you when and how Continue Reading

85+ Deer Resistant Plants For Your Garden

85+ Deer Resistant Plants For Your Garden

Date: May 22, 2024 by Amy Andrychowicz | 22 Comments

Deer resistant plants are a great option for those of us who have to deal with these destructive pests. If you're looking for plants that deer won't Continue Reading

Natural Garden Pest Control Remedies And Recipes

Natural Garden Pest Control Remedies & Recipes

Date: June 29, 2024 by Amy Andrychowicz | 24 Comments

It's safer, and much easier to use natural pest control remedies to help you fight the bugs and animals in your garden. Dealing with plant-eating Continue Reading

How To Get Rid Of Squash Bugs Naturally

How To Get Rid Of Squash Bugs

Date: July 10, 2024 by Amy Andrychowicz | 57 Comments

Squash bugs can be a huge pest, and wreak havoc in your vegetable garden. But it IS possible to get rid of them. In this post, you'll learn all about Continue Reading

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How To Use Neem Oil On Your Plants

Date: February 3, 2024 by Amy Andrychowicz | 150 Comments

Neem oil is an effective, all-natural insecticide, and it's great for controlling and repelling bugs that eat your plants. You can use it both indoors Continue Reading

How To Get Rid Of Slugs In The Garden Naturally

How To Get Rid Of Slugs In Your Garden Naturally

Date: July 15, 2024 by Amy Andrychowicz | 29 Comments

Getting rid of slugs in your garden may seem like an impossible task, but it is possible. Luckily, you don't have to resort to using toxic chemical Continue Reading

Using Eggshells As Organic Pest Control

Using Eggshells As Organic Pest Control

Date: July 22, 2024 by Amy Andrychowicz | 209 Comments

Using eggshells in your garden as organic pest control is inexpensive and easy. In this post, I'll tell you how to do it. I will also show you Continue Reading

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