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How to Get Rid of Aphids

Last Updated September 24, 2021 By Jena Slocum

aphids on lime tree

Aphids are tiny, plant murdering bugs that exist worldwide but prefer more temperate climates. There are over 4400 species of Aphididae out there, with approximately 250 of them being harmful to fruit, vegetables, and flowering plants. These little monsters produce a lot and produce fast, so taking extreme measures quickly will prevent them from destroying […]

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How To Get Rid Of Clover Mites

Last Updated September 24, 2021 By Jena Slocum

clover mite on rock

Don’t let their cute name deceive you. Clover mites can be a huge nuisance and can easily take over backyards in large numbers. However, they are considerably small, and if they infest your outdoor area, you should be aware that they can grow into hundreds of thousands if you don’t properly take care of the […]

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How to Get Rid of June Bugs

Last Updated September 24, 2021 By Jena Slocum

june bug in grass

June bugs are pesky creatures that can invade your home and cause all sorts of trouble. They love to eat the fruits and vegetables you grow in your garden, disrupt bird feeders, and attack your flowers. If June bugs have invaded your property, it’s time to take action!  To get rid of June bugs, the […]

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What is a Grub Worm?

Last Updated September 24, 2021 By Jena Slocum

grub worm on grass

Grub worms, also known as “grubs,” “lawn grubs,” “white grubs,” and “turf grubs,” are lawn-damaging insects. In small amounts, they aren’t too much of an issue. However, an infestation of them can cause damage to a lawn and needs to be handled. Grub worms are the larval stage of certain beetles. They appear as .25-1inch […]

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How To Get Rid of Wolf Spiders

Last Updated April 25, 2022 By Jena Slocum

wolf spider on ground

You have some choices to get rid of a wolf spider, and they are to kill it or repel it. People who see every life as valuable are more likely to repel it with a spider repelling plant, such as lavender or rosemary. Others go the opposite direction and use boric acid to kill them. […]

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How to Get Rid of Waterbugs

Last Updated January 19, 2022 By Jena Slocum

waterbug on rock

Waterbugs, commonly referred to as cockroaches, roaches, or palmetto bugs, are a type of black beetle that thrives in dark, damp, and dirty spaces. Once they infest your backyard, they can be exceedingly difficult to remove, often requiring the assistance of a professional exterminator to fully eradicate the issue. However, before spending a lot of […]

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Do Carpenter Bees Sting?

Last Updated February 22, 2022 By Jena Slocum

female carpenter bee

Bees are hardworking creatures known most often for producing honey and pollinating flowers. Through evolution, different species and variations developed within the original bee populations. Some behaviors and characteristics such as defense mechanisms and breeding habits have varied among these species.  Female Carpenter Bees can sting when they feel threatened. The difference between males and […]

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How To Get Rid Of Brown Recluse Spiders

Last Updated October 29, 2021 By Jena Slocum

brown recluse spider

There is nothing worse than an unexpected encounter with a spider, especially when that particular spider is a brown recluse. If you frequently see brown recluse spiders in your home, you may be wondering how to safely annihilate them. This article will discuss this matter in greater detail so you can stop looking over your […]

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Do Grasshoppers Bite?

Last Updated October 29, 2021 By Jena Slocum

grasshopper

There are billions of insects around the world. Some bite, some sting, and some are completely harmless. This diversity in species can make it hard to determine which insect could cause you harm, such as a black widow spider, or pain, like a bee sting. Add onto the fact that many insects resemble others, it […]

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How To Get Rid Of Fungus Gnats

Last Updated October 28, 2021 By Jena Slocum

fungus gnat traps on side of plant

When watering indoor plants, you have probably noticed that there are a few, or many, gnats flying around. When this happens, there are probably many questions that pop up in your mind—one of them being how to get rid of these fungus gnats. Each method to get rid of fungus gnats can be helpful, especially […]

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