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7 DIY Backyard Pest Control Strategies You Must Know

We might see the yard as our own, but many pest species out there would love to “share” it with … Read more

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How to Stop Your Dog from Digging in the Garden: Here’s How

A dog digging around the garden can destroy the plants, so it’s necessary to stop them in time. However, since … Read more

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Will Vinegar Kill Crabgrass? Here’s the Truth

Crabgrass is a weed, and just like any other weed, it can spread at incredible speeds. So, when we don’t … Read more

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How to Get Rid of Midges in the Garden: Here’s How

Midges are, as many gardeners were unfortunate enough to find, small flies that look like mosquitoes and are often found … Read more

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Can You Eat Zucchini With Blossom End Rot?

Every gardener who grows zucchini has experienced this problem at one point; you see all your hard work come to … Read more

Do Chipmunks and Squirrels Eat Tomatoes?

If you’re noticing that someone other than yourself is tucking into your tomatoes before they’re even plucked from the vine … Read more

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How to Get Rid of Hitchhiker Weeds? (Complete Solution!)

From crop losses to injuries to people and pets, the adverse effects of hitchhiker weeds are far-reaching. Through an array … Read more

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Why Does my Gooseberry Bush Not Fruit? 6 Causes

If you are having trouble fruiting your gooseberry bush, you are likely frustrated and not sure what to do. Luckily, … Read more

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Why Are My Zucchini Turning Yellow and Rotting? (6 Prevention Tips)

There’s nothing more devastating than harvesting a bunch of rotten and discolored zucchini after a laborious planting season that was … Read more

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Why Basil Leaves Turn White (And What You Can Do to Help)

Basil is a member of the mint family and is used worldwide. Popularized in the Mediterranean, the herb originated in … Read more

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Why Does My Lettuce Taste like Dirt? (4 Possible Reasons)

Lettuce is one of my favorite key ingredients in salads but getting them from the store all of the time … Read more

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Why Do Cucumber Leaves Feel Crispy? Causes and Fixes

If you have noticed that your cucumber leaves feel crispy recently, you should act fast. There are a few things … Read more

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