Slugs and other pests will avoid your garden if you grow one food that acts as a deterrent without the need for harmful chemicals.

This vibrant flower is a gardener's best friend, acting as a natural pest control and returning year after year.

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Of the many insect species that visit a vegetable garden, a small fraction are pests. Slugs, aphids, cabbage loopers, and ...

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"If you want to be rid of spiders in your home space, I would encourage you to not squash. You can either do two things: You can do the catch and release method using a jar and a piece of paper of ...

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Natural ways to deter rats from your garden, including citronella oil and onions Essential oils like citronella and eucalyptus are also effective.