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Chrysanthemums are an often-overlooked plant despite being among the most effective insect-repelling flowers due to their ...
Aphids serve as a constant source of frustration for gardeners, but one expert has revealed his three top tips for ridding ...
HAVE you got foxes in your garden that just won’t leave? Well, if you’re on a mission to get a fox-free garden in time for ...
Slugs, voles, aphids, spider mites, and vine weevils — hardly any garden is permanently free from such pests. However, with ...
A few springs ago, I was engaged in my daily ritual of observing the garden, walking around to see what was coming up, ready ...
Following suitable growing conditions: Choice of plants – should be based on weather and sowing season. Spacing is critical, ...
If you've noticed a shiny or sticky residue on the leaves of your Japanese maple tree, there's a simple two-ingredient spray ...
A gardener has shared his top tips for getting rid of aphids - and the best part is, you don't need to use any chemicals to ...
Discover six simple kitchen items that can help protect your garden from pests. From dish soap to hot peppers, these DIY ...
Extension Office horticulture specialist Amanda Weidner writes about insects that are your allies in the garden.
1. Do water deeply at the base of the plant. 2. Do not sprinkle water over the top of your plants. 3. Do mulch around your ...
If you're growing tomatoes in your garden, set them up for success by adding a few companion plants to the mix. See the best ...