Are you hearing the patter of tiny feet in your ceiling, or noticing a mysterious rustling sound that’s just a bit too heavy to be attributed to the wind? If so, you might be dealing with an uninvited guest – or even a whole family of them. When squirrels choose your attic as their new …
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Begonias are a popular flowering plant that are grown in almost every growing zone—primarily as annuals. Gardeners who grow or plant these flowers often spend days on the project—not including routine maintenance—so any harm that comes to them can be a huge disappointment. While there are a multitude of creatures and critters who would love …
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Have you woken up to munched-on, demolished rose bushes? Deer might have gotten to your beautiful roses while you were sleeping. Many rose varieties are considered a great treat for deer because of their beautiful blooms and amazing fragrances. Once the deer get to your roses, they will eat almost anything on that plant they …
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Geraniums make a great addition to your garden, adding color and gorgeous smells. When you put in the hard work to grow them, it can be disheartening when something starts eating them. Deer eat geraniums when their usual food sources are not available. Geraniums will not be the first option as deer do not particularly …
What do deer eat? This is a question that many people have. The answer, however, is not as straightforward as you might think. Deer will eat a variety of things, including fruits and vegetables. In fact, some people even plant pumpkin patches specifically for deer to eat! Whether it’s munching on pumpkin seeds lingering in …
Although the term Plumeria sounds new to you, I’m still betting that you already have seen one — at least the flowers. The plumeria plant also called frangipani is native to the tropical regions of Brazil, Mexico, and the Caribbean. Often used as an ornamental flowering plant, it is famous for its vibrant and colorful …
Taking the spotlight of a drama queen, fiddle-leaf figs are definitely a showoff in the world of houseplants. They turn any boring space into a focal point of a room and act as if they are about to give a pithy statement. Thanks to their heavily-veined and classic violin-shaped leaves that grow upright from a …
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For many gardeners, keeping grass out of the garden beds is a struggle. If you’re not careful, those pesky blades of grass can quickly take over your garden bed and dominate your plants. But with a few simple tips, you can keep that grass at bay and have a beautiful garden to show for it. …
Mice, rats or rodents can be a big problem for gardeners. They can eat your plants, fruits, and vegetables, or burrow through your soil and create problems with drainage. In this blog post, we will share some tips on how to keep rats, mice and other rodents out of your garden. Because these animals are …
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If you’re a gardener, then you know how important it is to make your garden attractive to birds. Not only do they add beauty to your landscape, but they also help control insect populations. One of the most beautiful and interesting bird species that you can attract to your yard is the indigo bunting. This …
