Pests
Get pests advice in news, features, tips and tricks collated and compiled by the experts at Homes & Gardens.
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Skunk-repellent plants – what to grow to banish these critters from your yardPublished
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5 natural ways to stop whiteflies from ruining your veg cropsPublished
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How to get rid of kudzu bugs – experts share top tips for removing these plant feeders from your yardPublished
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Colorado potato beetles can ‘truly decimate’ crops – here are the signs to look for and how to combat these destructive pestsPublished
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Why are my bean plants turning yellow? The common culprits revealed and expert remedies for healthy cropsPublished
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What I learned from a houseplant gnat infestation – and 5 things I now do to keep pests away from my indoor plantsPublished
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How to get rid of aphids on houseplants – 4 natural methodsPublished
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Biodiversity is the best defense against ticks – here's how to improve it to keep these dangerous pests out of your yardPublished
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Citronella is my go-to pest repellent on hot summer days – this is how to use it around the homePublished
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Do coffee grounds keep bugs away? Experts have the answersLast updated
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How to make DIY tick-repellent – according to pest control prosPublished
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How to get rid of hornets in your home – humane and safe ways to deter these pestsPublished
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Does burning coffee grounds help dispel mosquitoes? We explore this unique pest control methodLast updated
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Natural pest control methods – 7 eco-friendly techniques that won't harm your gardenPublished
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How to propagate star jasmine – expert advice for successful cuttingsPublished
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Best tick repellent plants – 5 plants that can steer these pests away from your yardPublished
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How to stop earwigs from coming into the house – deterrents to safeguard your home from pestsPublished
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This easy 4-ingredient mosquito repellent can be made for under $5Published
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How to make DIY aphid sprays – 5 sprays to shake off pesky pestsPublished
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How to care for a zebra plant – expert tips to keep these fabulous houseplants healthyPublished
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4 simple and humane ways to deter stray cats from your home and yardPublished
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15 popular pest control myths debunked – these well known 'facts' are really fictionPublished
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How to get rid of larder beetles – 4 simple steps to remove them for goodPublished
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What is attacking my hibiscus plants? Common hibiscus pests and how to combat themPublished
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What smells do rats and mice hate? 5 scents to help deter these pestsPublished
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Do dryer sheets repel mosquitos? Experts deliberate on whether this popular pest control method is effectivePublished
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5 simple ways to keep mosquitos away from the front door – top tips from pest control expertsPublished
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Best squirrel-repellent plants – 7 expert-approved options to help keep critters awayPublished
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How to prevent pests when you bring houseplants back indoors – Experts tips to protect your indoor plantsPublished
