Category Archives for Garden Pests
Boxelder Bugs Guide – How To Handle The Infestation
What are Boxelder Bugs? Boxelder bugs, (Boisea trivittata), are a type of bug that gets its name from the trees on which they are usually found: female, seed bearing boxelder trees and in some cases, maple trees or ash trees. These small, somewhat harmless bugs are native to the United States and Eastern Canada. They live […]
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Cannabis Pests and Diseases That May Affect Your Yield
The growing popularity of cannabis cultivation worldwide has brought increased focus to improving yields and avoiding cannabis pests and diseases.Cannabis growers seek solutions to achieve the maximum results from their plants by adopting various modern tools and techniques.Among the various threats to cannabis yields, bug infestations and infections remain challenging even for experienced cultivators.
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Where Do Bed Bugs Hide? | How to Find and Get Rid of Them
Where do bed bugs hide? That is a question many asks after waking up full of bed bug bites. Bed bugs were once a novelty in the developed world.Tiny mites that live in the cracks and crevasses of soft furnishings and more, they were associated only with the third world. We’ll talk more about where […]
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Aphids – How To Identify And Control Them
Aphids are little annoying creatures that feed on your favourite plants, ruin your crops and reproduce faster than you can say “What happened to my onions?”. So what do you do to save your plants from these countless predators? Continue reading to learn all about aphids and how to control them.
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Whiteflies – How to prevent and control in your Vegetable garden
There’s nothing quite as lovely as a vegetable garden – but unfortunately, plenty of pests think so too! Whiteflies, or Trialeurodes vaporariorum, are a common pest found on outdoor vegetables and fruits that’s particularly resistant to synthetic pesticides. This makes it a real problem for farmers as well as home gardeners. Here’s some practical advice on […]
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How To Get Rid Of Ticks From Your Garden
Ticks are one of the most common concerns for garden lovers. These pests feed on blood from both humans and animals, so we bet you’re wondering how to get rid of ticks especially from your garden. They can carry different diseases, so you want to protect your family. Even if you don’t experience this problem, it […]
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