Taking care of your home means looking after the outside as well as the inside, and nothing makes a home look more beautiful from the […]
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Natural Dandelion Killer Recipes: 6 Tips For Killing Dandelions at Home
An absolute indication of early spring is a plethora of broadleaf weeds like dandelions in full bloom. Although they may have a few benefits, they […]
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What Plants Repel Mosquitoes?
What plants repel mosquitoes? And is planting them enough? Or do I need to dry their leaves or do something else to them? Christine Weiss, […]
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10 Fruit Trees You Can Easily Grow in a Pot or Container
It may be below freezing in Antarctica, but you can still grow fresh fruit there. Just visit the McMurdo greenhouse to see the lemon tree […]
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Keeping Spiders Away – 11 Natural Spider Repellent Tips and Recipes
Few things can stop a person in their tracks quicker than seeing a spider scurrying across the floor, and is especially true when that spider […]
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9 Simple Ways to Keep Snakes Out of Your Yard – How to Keep Snakes Away
There is almost nothing more upsetting than working out in your garden or yard and being surprised by a snake that has taken up residence […]
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How To Get Rid Of A Wasp Nest Naturally?
How to get rid of a wasp nest naturally? There’s one hanging near my front door. Lori Thomas, Edison, NJ Honestly, the safest way how […]
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How To Use Hydrogen Peroxide For Plants?
Can you tell me how to use hydrogen peroxide for plants? Is it true that it fights root rot? Samantha Smith, Roosevelt, UT As […]
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Which Are The Best Plants For Hanging Baskets?
Which are the best plants for hanging baskets? I was hoping to find some vines as well as flowers. Some will go on the porch […]
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What Is The Difference Between Baking Powder And Baking Soda?
What is the difference between baking powder and baking soda? Which one is best for using in the garden? Bonita F., Marysvale, UT The […]
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Can I Use Vinegar In The Garden On Rhododendrons And Gardenias?
My father was a gardener and I remember him scoffing at the high prices of commercial fertilizers. He always had a homemade solution for taking […]
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Which Are The Best Easy To Grow Perennials?
Which are the best easy to grow perennials? I just bought my first house and it has a cute little yard. I need help to […]
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Can I Use Baking Soda In The Garden As A Pesticide?
I want to start gardening organically. But I have a problem with powdery mildew where I live. I also battle spider mites. Can I use […]
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What Are The Best Fast Growing Ground Cover Plants For Our Garden?
We live in USDA plants hardiness zone 5 and it’s pretty dry. What are the best fast growing ground cover plants for our garden? I […]
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What Plants Do You Recomend For Our Hot Summer?
I live in Phoenix where temperatures go over 100 F. I have a small yard that I want to beautify with blooms but I have […]
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What Is The Best Way To Keep Wasps Away From The Patio?
I’ve tried wasp traps but those seem to lure more bugs. I’m getting desperate because it’s summertime and the wasps are ruining our time outdoors. What […]
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Can You Tell Me How To Get Rid Of Stink Bugs In House Siding?
Can you tell me how to get rid of stink bugs in house siding? They’re all over this year. They crawl on the windows and […]
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What Is The Best Thing To Repel Mosquitoes Naturally?
What is the best thing to repel mosquitoes naturally? I’m allergic to some of the preservatives used in commercial repellents. But I like to be […]
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Why Does Diatomaceous Earth Kill Bugs But Not People?
Why does diatomaceous earth kill bugs but not people? I heard that it’s in our food sometimes. Someone even recommended eating it. Iris Goldman, Redmond […]
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Companion Planting Guide – 17 Vegetables You Should Plant Together
When you are trying to plant a successful vegetable garden, growing certain plants together, a practice known as companion planting, has numerous benefits for your […]
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Is It Safe To Use Neem Oil For Roses?
Is it safe to use neem oil for roses? I just planted some and I want to protect them from aphids and diseases. Orla Beard, […]
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17 Easy to Care for Hanging Plants That Will Make Your Home Look Wow
If you’re looking for an easy way to decorate your dull and boring home, one of the best and easiest ways to turn your house […]
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How to Keep Wasps Away – 16 Ways to Get Rid of Wasps
As summer gets hotter and fall approaches, wasps, hornets and yellow jackets appear in full force. They seem to know exactly when to arrive to […]
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40+ Amazing Diatomaceous Earth Uses For Health, Home And Garden
Diatomaceous earth is made up of fossils of tiny algae-like organisms called diatoms. It is a soft white powder made of 80 to 90 percent […]
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17 Amazing Evergreen Shrubs for Brilliant Color Year-Round
From the heat of summer into the deep of winter, most evergreen shrubs will provide your yard with color year-round. With careful planning, you can […]
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17 Easy to Grow Perennials for a Blossoming Backyard
Whether you’re an experienced gardener, or just starting to test out your green thumb, you can save yourself some time and hassle by planting easy […]
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