What’s Eating My Salvia? Common Pests and Disease
When you grow plants, it’s common to run into problems that harm them. One problem with salvias is pests eating the colorful flowers and their leaves. You may wonder ‘ …
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How To Get Rid of Circling Flies on Patio
Anyone dealing with flies knows how obnoxious these pesky insects can be. Unfortunately, they tend to congregate where people do, which can be annoying when you try to enjoy some …
How To Use Vinegar to Get Rid of Armadillos
Armadillos are native to South America but have since migrated to the United States. Originally settling in the south, armadillos have expanded their range northward as far as Nebraska. While …
How To Get Rid of Bees in Siding: Tips and Tricks
We need bees, but not in our homes. If you have bees living in your home’s siding, call an exterminator immediately. Bees are helpful creatures, but many people are allergic …
Hoya Tricolor vs. Krimson Queen: A Comparison
If you’d like to expand your collection of houseplants, the Hoya tricolor and krimson queen are likely to top your list. While they appear similar, these houseplants have numerous distinctions. Let’s …
How To Get Rid of Flies Around Garbage Bin
Flies eat food waste, especially in garbage bins. If you don’t keep flies away from your trash, they multiply. Flies – like house flies, green bottle flies, and fruit flies …
Morning Glory Hanging Basket: Growing Tips
Morning glories, or the ipomoea purpurea, are beautiful vine flowers that originate from Mexico. The morning glory plant produces heart-shaped leaves that range in shades of green. The trumpet-shaped flowers …
English Ivy vs. Poison Ivy: Similarities and Differences
English ivy and poison ivy are both rather aggressive species of ivy. They both infiltrate gardens and backyards, essentially taking over the other plants in their paths. However, even though …
Pothos Sunburn: What to Do if Your Plant Gets Burnt
It’s easy to assume that the only thing that gets sunburnt are people. That couldn’t be further from the truth, however. Everything from animals to plants runs the risk of …
Bookshelf Plants: Great Houseplants to Add to Your Home
Bookshelves can be a little less than ideal as houseplant homes. Most succulents, for example, may be easy to care for and grow very slowly, but they may struggle with …