Garden Pests

There are an incredibly huge number of garden pests to be aware of. Chewing pests, sucking pests, and more await you in our in-depth series of articles on these annoying critters.

Throughout, we provide you helpful assistance in how to manage your pest populations using integrated pest management tips and useful organic solutions!

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Garden Pests

Integrated Pest Management for the Home Garden

Integrated pest management, or IPM for short, is a comprehensive strategy for battling pests and diseases in the garden. Instead of stepping in to remove the problem, it involves prevention, monitoring, and data to make informed decisions to reduce pests. Join longtime gardener Jerad Bryant in finding a pest management system that works well for you and your garden.

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Garden Pests

How to Get Rid of Vine Weevils in the Garden

Vine weevils in numbers can do extensive damage to some of our favorite ornamentals. The widespread pests have robust appetites and reproduction, and elusive habits. Gardening expert Katherine Rowe explores ways to get rid of vine weevils, including prevention and biological controls.

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Garden Pests

What’s Eating My Zucchini? 9 Pests to Watch For

Zucchini is an easy, productive vine that brings rewards all season. Unfortunately, it's susceptible to a number of common garden pests and cucurbit specialists that can lessen the bounty. Gardening expert Katherine Rowe outlines the usual suspects when it comes to zucchini pests, as well as how to treat and prevent them.

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Garden Pests

7 Cucumber Pests to Watch for This Season

To get the crisp, juicy summer crunch of a homegrown cucumber, scouting for invading insects becomes part of their care. The easy, productive vines are susceptible to common garden pests, as well as cucurbit specialists. Join gardening expert Katherine Rowe in the insects we want around our cucurbits and the cucumber pests to prevent.

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Garden Pests

Lily Beetle Grubs: What to Look For and How to Get Rid of Them

Just when your lilies are putting on their spectacular show, lily beetle grubs can turn prized blooms into skeletal remains. Learning to identify and control these destructive pests in all life stages is crucial for protecting your garden's crown jewels. Gardening expert Madison Moulton explains how to spot, stop, and prevent lily beetle grubs from devastating your lilies.

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Garden Pests

7 Ways Pesticides Can Make Pest Problems Worse

Pesticides get a bad rap! Though they can be harmful, they have viable uses in commercial agriculture. Proper use, dosage rates, and application methods are key to preventing detrimental side effects. When improperly applied or overused, many pesticides make pest problems worse. This article explains why.