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How to Get Rid of Grubs-Yuck!

July 3, 2021 by Jenny 2 Comments

Natural pest control, gardening hacks, garden pest control, tips and tricks, gardening tips and tricks, popular pin, controlling grubs

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 […]

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18 Amazing Plants That Repel Mosquitos

January 26, 2021 by Jenny 3 Comments

Natural pest control, mosquito control, natural mosquito repellent, gardening hacks, garden pest control, tips and tricks, gardening tips and tricks, popular pin

Last updated on January 29th, 2021 at 01:25 amSpending time outside is always great, especially if it’s relaxing with friends and family. However, what’s not so great is the annoying bugs that fly around, especially mosquitos! Not only do they make obnoxious noises, but they can also ruin a great evening by making you all […]

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12 Beautiful Hanging Planter Ideas

July 22, 2020 by Jenny Leave a Comment

Last updated on November 6th, 2021 at 11:09 pmOne of my favorite features in my garden is all of the hanging planters. If you ask me, a hanging planter just completes the space. Plus, these hanging planter ideas will allow you to maximize the space on your porch or patio so more plants are always […]

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12 Most Resilient Ground Covers For Your Yard

July 9, 2020 by Jenny 8 Comments

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Ground covers aren’t used very often and are sometimes misunderstood. However, they’re incredibly useful and beautiful to have around. Ground covers not only help protect the soil and slow down erosion, but they also can add color and even nice smells. Here are some of the best ground covers to have around! Ground Covers Creeping […]

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26 Insanely Clever Gardening Hacks You Should Know

July 9, 2020 by Jenny Leave a Comment

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I’m no history expert, but I’m pretty sure humans have been gardening since forever. Or at least a really, really long time. With that experience, there have been a few clever changes and adaptions, but it’s still pretty much the same basic idea. Here are some of those insanely clever gardening hacks that you should […]

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Earthology: Why Gardening Is For The Birds

May 31, 2019 by Jenny Leave a Comment

Last updated on October 28th, 2019 at 12:05 am I truly love to garden! I love to eat the veggies I’ve grown, sitting around the table with my family looking at a vase full of the flowers I’ve helped to cultivate. And while I love basking the literal “fruits” and vegetables of my labor, one […]

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The Give And Take Of A Beautiful Lawn

April 26, 2019 by Jenny Leave a Comment

Last updated on December 7th, 2019 at 06:35 pm I’ve been asked by tons of my neighbors how exactly I manage to keep my front lawn looking so gorgeous. And the answer is: I give it a lot of care! I never miss a fertilizing session, and I always make sure my lawn is pest […]

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DIY Bundt Pan Bird Feeder Wreaths

March 15, 2019 by Jenny Leave a Comment

Last updated on December 12th, 2019 at 01:52 am I love attracting birds to my garden! They’re so much fun to watch and I absolutely love admiring the unique coloring of the different varieties. Because I love the sweet birdies so much, I’m always looking for unique and innovative ways to make them feel at home […]

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Plant Guide: Redbud Tree

December 19, 2017 by Jenny 1 Comment

Plant Guide: Redbud Tree - Bees and Roses| Redbud Tree, Gardening, Gardening tips and Tricks, Gardening Hacks, Growing Redbud Trees, Popular Pin #Gardening #RedbudTrees

Last updated on October 8th, 2019 at 03:55 am   How to Get Started: When picking a spot to plant your redbud, make sure it’s in an area of well-draining soil. Depending on the variety of redbud, some trees do better in partial shade (don’t expect many blossoms from trees planted in partial shade) and […]

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16 Genius Container Garden Ideas

October 13, 2016 by Jenny Leave a Comment

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Last updated on September 21st, 2019 at 06:19 pm Gather all your old (but colorful) shoes and turn them into gorgeous container gardens! You can put them all next to each other or spread them around your yard and garden. I love having birdbaths, but sometimes it’s nice to use them for another reason. Convert […]

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Hi, I’m Jenny Wallentine, a Certified Master Gardener, and lover of all things outdoors! My mission with beesandroses.com is to help you find useful, practical solutions to all of your gardening challenges--and help you love it as much as I do. I’ve come across many helpful tips and tricks to make gardening more enjoyable and more productive. You can learn how to layout your garden for a better yield, use a variety of natural pest controls, the “ins and outs” of organic gardening, and much more.

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