Carpenter bees make their homes by drilling into the wood around your home and yard, but we've found 7 humane deterrents
An effective and natural way to deter these garden insects from infesting your yard is by using repellent plants. These plants contain compounds, such as essential oils or chemicals, that are toxic to these insects. This method is eco-friendly, as it avoids using chemical insecticides that can ...
But most bees aren't social. They don't live in hives or work together to support a queen. In this article, we'll look at how social bees are different fromsolitarybees. We'll also explore how bees make honey and examine the potential causes and effects of Colony Collapse Disorder. ...
When raccoons venture into your yard, they’re looking for three things: food, water, and shelter. If they can’t find any, they’ll have no reason to stick around. So, the best way to prevent raccoons in your yard is to make sure they won’t find what they’re looking for. But ...
Note: Always try natural and peaceful removal methods before resorting to killing a colony of bees. Try to contact a local beekeeper to see about having the hive relocated, and consult them for tips on ways to deter bees from settling around your home. Step 1 - Get Yourself Prepared Dress...
7 questions to ask yourself BEFORE you try to deter deer Again, there is no one-size-fits-all way to keep deer out of your garden or yard. So before formulating plans, ask and answer these seven questions: 1. How large is the space you’re trying to protect from deer?
While moles do not eat your precious garden plants or even the roots of your turf grass, the soil piles and raised trails found in the yard can be a real nuisance. The damage moles cause is aesthetic, but it’s understandable why so many homeowners want to send moles packing. Continually...
5 Unique Ways to Deter Pests From Your Garden There comes a time in the growing season when all the pests seem to have arrived, and we feel like we’re part of an endless cat-and-mouse game of chase. Join organic farmer Jenna Rich as she shares five unique ways to deter pests from...
To deter insects, plant dill or thyme near cabbage. See Garden Products Recommended by Harvest to Table Caring for cabbage Mulch around cabbage—especially in warm weather—to preserve soil moisture and keep the soil cool in warm weather. Cabbage heads will split when they grow too fast and ta...
Treating your yard should be a last resort. There are 7 other ways to lessen where mosquitos breed — and some are low-tech or completely free.