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Garden Pests

From bugs to birds to rodents, learn how to prevent and control garden pests.

\Spruce Budworm

Spruce Budworm: Slowing The Conifer Destroyer

Published December 5, 2020

The spruce budworm is the most common pest of conifer tree species. Learn about these annoying larvae and how to manage them!

Codling Moth

Codling Moth: Avoiding Fruit Worms In Your Trees

Last updated November 17, 2020

The codling moth does lots of damage in commercial orchards every year. We discuss how to handle codling moth infestations!

How To Get Rid Of Earwigs

How To Get Rid Of Earwigs Quickly And Reliably

Last updated November 8, 2020

Having earwig problems? We discuss how to get rid of earwigs, and for that matter if they’re really as bad as they’re made out to be!

Pill bugs

Pill Bugs: Good Bugs Or Bad? They Might Be Both!

Last updated February 14, 2019

Roly poly, doodle bugs, or pill bugs… whatever you call them, these are popular little garden dwellers. Children play with them, fascinated by their ability to roll up into a …

Read morePill Bugs: Good Bugs Or Bad? They Might Be Both!

Leaf miner damage

Leaf Miner Invasion? How To Eliminate Trailblazing Larvae

Last updated January 2, 2019

Are your plant’s leaves starting to look like they have white or brown squiggles all over them? If so, leaf miner larvae may be hard at work. These tiny larvae …

Read moreLeaf Miner Invasion? How To Eliminate Trailblazing Larvae

Root knot nematode galled roots

Root Knot Nematode: How To Wipe Out These Plant Parasites

Last updated February 14, 2019

I talk a lot about the root knot nematode in some of the pieces I do, and that’s because this microscopic parasite can do a lot of damage to your …

Read moreRoot Knot Nematode: How To Wipe Out These Plant Parasites

Agapostemon splendens

Sweat Bees: Friend or Foe in the Garden?

Last updated February 14, 2019

Have you ever been out working in your garden and suddenly discover you have a tiny bee sitting happily on your arm? These little creatures are sweat bees, and it …

Read moreSweat Bees: Friend or Foe in the Garden?

Squash Vine Borer

Squash Vine Borer Control and Prevention

Last updated February 27, 2019

The squash vine borer is not common along the west coast, but for the majority of the United States it’s a common pest. The larvae burrow deep into the soft …

Read moreSquash Vine Borer Control and Prevention

Fungus gnat larvae

Fungus Gnat Larvae: How To Kill Them Off Quickly

Last updated February 1, 2019

One of the most frustrating pests in many indoor gardens is the dreaded fungus gnat and its young, the fungus gnat larvae. These little buggers can absolutely destroy your plants …

Read moreFungus Gnat Larvae: How To Kill Them Off Quickly

Mealybugs

Mealybugs: Making Pseudococcidae Pests Go Away For Good

Last updated January 2, 2019

Only a tenth to a quarter of an inch long, tiny mealybugs don’t look particularly dangerous. However, these voracious plant-suckers can literally suck the life out of your plants if …

Read moreMealybugs: Making Pseudococcidae Pests Go Away For Good

Rat Proof Garden

Rat Proof Garden: How To Get Rid Of Rodents In Garden Spaces

Last updated January 2, 2019

Your garden is your pride and joy, and you put a lot of time and effort into making it flourish. So you’re going to want a rat proof garden. As …

Read moreRat Proof Garden: How To Get Rid Of Rodents In Garden Spaces

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Root Maggots On The Rampage: Wiping Out Delia Species Pests

Last updated January 10, 2019

If you’re noticing a proliferation of flies, and your brassicas or root vegetables are starting to yellow, it’s a warning sign. You may have an infestation of root maggots. These …

Read moreRoot Maggots On The Rampage: Wiping Out Delia Species Pests

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