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19 Plants That Work to Repel Mosquitos in Your Backyard
Mosquitos can be a nuisance in your backyard, especially in the evenings when you want to relax outside. Their bites can leave itchy welts that disrupt your peace. Fortunately, there are many plants that naturally repel mosquitos that you can grow in your yard. With some strategic planting, you can create an outdoor sanctuary free…
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How to Grow and Use Black Oil Sunflower Seeds in Your Garden
Growing your own black oil sunflower seeds is an easy and rewarding way to add beauty, food, and habitat to your garden. Here is a comprehensive guide to successfully cultivate these versatile plants. Choosing a Sunflower Variety There are many varieties of sunflower, but black oil sunflowers are specifically suited for growing edible seeds. Some…
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7 Simple Ways to Keep Squirrels Out of Your Garden
Squirrels can be a major nuisance in gardens, as they dig up newly planted bulbs and seeds, eat ripening fruits and vegetables, and even chew on trees and plants. Keeping them out of your garden can feel like an endless battle, but there are some simple, humane ways to deter squirrels and prevent damage. With…
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Birdseed Storage Tips
Providing your pet birds with high quality birdseed is essential for keeping them healthy and happy. However, like any food, birdseed can go bad if not stored properly. Follow these birdseed storage tips to keep it fresh for as long as possible. Purchase High Quality Birdseed The first step is to purchase high quality birdseed…
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How to Spray Your Yard for Ticks
Ticks are small parasitic arachnids that feed on the blood of mammals, birds, and reptiles. They can transmit serious diseases like Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, and ehrlichiosis to humans and pets. Spraying your yard is an effective way to kill ticks and reduce the risk of tick bites and tick-borne illnesses. Here is…
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What Do Woodpeckers Eat?
Woodpeckers are unique birds known for their characteristic behaviors like pecking on trees and poles. Their distinctive drumming and hammering sounds can be heard resonating across forests and woodlands. But what exactly do these quirky birds eat? Woodpeckers have adapted specialized skills and physical features to help them find and consume their main food sources.…
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Controlling and Deterring Rabbits in the Garden
Dealing with rabbits in the garden can be extremely frustrating. Rabbits can cause extensive damage to vegetable gardens and landscaping very quickly. Controlling and deterring rabbits takes patience and persistence, but there are effective solutions to help protect plants from these eager eaters. Fencing and Barriers Installing fencing is the most reliable physical barrier to…
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What Do Wild Turkeys Eat?
Wild turkeys are large, distinctive birds native to North America. Their diet consists of a wide variety of plant and animal matter, reflecting their opportunistic feeding habits. Here is an in-depth look at what wild turkeys eat. A Varied Herbivorous Diet The bulk of a wild turkey’s diet consists of plant matter. They forage on…
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Identifying Plant Pests and Diseases
Properly identifying plant pests and diseases is crucial for gardeners and farmers. Catching issues early allows for more effective treatment and prevention of spread. This guide will cover common plant afflictions and provide tips on identifying symptoms and causes. Common Plant Pests Several types of insects and other creatures can become problematic plant pests. Being…
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How to Make a Bird Feeder from a 2-Liter Plastic Bottle
Making your own bird feeder from a recycled 2-liter plastic bottle is an easy, fun project that can provide hours of entertainment watching birds visit your homemade creation. With just a few simple materials and tools, you can create a functional and decorative feeder that will attract a variety of wild birds to your yard,…
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