Every homeowner wants a perfect carpet of lush green grass that boosts curb appeal and is safe for recreational use. […]
Category: Pest Control
How to Stop Squirrels from Digging in Your Yard
Our tips, which range from removing food sources to trapping, can give you a start toward a squirrel-free yard.
Common Summer Lawn Pests: 12 Types and How to Get Rid of Them
White grubs, chinch bugs, armyworms, ticks, and fleas — learn which summer lawn pests eat grass vs. just live there, plus how to treat each one.
Common Spring Lawn Pests: How to Identify and Control Them
Spring creates the perfect conditions for pests to wake up. Grubs, chinch bugs, armyworms, billbugs, ants, sod webworms, mole crickets, and aphids are some common spring lawn pests.
How to Keep Raccoons Out of Your Yard
Key Takeaways • Remove food, water, and shelter: Secure trash, remove pet food and feeders at night, cover water features, […]
How to Get Rid of Armadillos in Your Yard
Armadillos digging up your yard? Learn how to get rid of armadillos: remove their food source, fence them out, and trap them. Repellents don’t work.
10 Plants to Deter Fleas in Your Yard
Do you want to put a stop to itchy fleas but aren’t a big fan of pesticides? Many plants have […]
Best Tick Treatments for Your Yard
Ticks are tiny pests that cause big problems. If you find ticks on you, your loved ones, or your dogs […]
26 Beneficial Insects for the Lawn and Garden: How to Identify and Attract Them
Eek! You went out to work in your garden only to find huge bugs crawling all over your plants. Don’t […]
Plants That Repel Mosquitoes: Top Picks for Yards
Some of the plants that are best at repelling mosquitoes include lavender, marigolds, basil, and peppermint. Discover the most important details about them.