Last updated on May 29th, 2022 at 08:42 pmPesticides are important when gardening. There is nothing worse than spending time and money just to find out that the pests enjoyed your hard work instead of your family. It is also really important that you aren’t using pesticides that will hurt the environment, or the plants […]
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How to Get Rid of Grubs-Yuck!
Grubs live in your lawn, feasting on the grass. This can cause your lawn to look dead, less healthy, and completely unattractive. Not only do the grubs make your lawn look unhealthy, but the presence of grubs can actually invite other dangerous wildlife into your yard. Here are some helpful tips from Wikihow and Gardening […]
How to Get Rid of Moles and Voles
Annoying pests like moles and voles can seriously throw off your backyard and garden mojo. While they may not be destroying your yard completely, they can do quite a bit of damage if left unchecked. While many people say trapping and killing them is the best way to get rid of mole and vole problems, […]
My All-Natural (and Safe!) Deer Repellent Spray
Last updated on January 7th, 2021 at 08:56 pm I live in the mountains of Utah and I am no stranger to deer-ravaged plants. How annoying is it to realize your entire landscaping is falling victim to a deer’s digestive system? Over the years I have tried SEVERAL deer repellents to keep my plants safe, but […]
Priceless Pest Control Advice For Houseplants
I’ve been a lover of houseplants for as long as I can remember! Growing up, my mother believed that you simply could never have enough of them lining a mantelpiece or atop of a nightstand. As I grew up, I brought my Mother’s love of houseplants with me, but a few strange pests as well. […]
Easy Ways to Get Rid of Wasps and Hornets
Last updated on September 4th, 2020 at 07:59 pmNo one likes wasps and hornets! They put a real damper on anything outdoor related. Keep reading for my DIY wasp repellent tips and tricks. Keep scrolling for my hornet repellent tips as well! Hornet And Wasp Repellent Before I begin this, wasps are the evil-looking-alien-like creatures. […]
10 Bulbs That Deer HATE
Last updated on September 24th, 2019 at 12:32 am I live in Heber, Utah, and have my fair share of deer visitors. Year after year, the native deer eat my most precious plants. But not this year! This year, I’m planting plenty of deer-resistant bulbs. When the deer don’t eat, my garden looks […]
8 Tried and True Ways To Get Rid of Flies
Last updated on September 20th, 2019 at 06:13 pmNothing upsets me more than a fly buzzing around my house, it is even worse when there is more than one! Here are 8 ways to get rid of those pesky creatures. 1.Apple Cider Vinegar Pour a bit of vinegar at the bottom of a container, […]