Blog List Category: Pests

Mosquito Repelling Devices – Do They Work?

“Virtually every year, a new product appears on the market that claims to be the answer for the elimination of mosquito…

Mosquito Apps for Your Smart Phone – Do They Keep Mosquitoes Away?

There are mosquito apps for your smart phone that are designed to keep mosquitoes away. You can even view a Youtube video…

Do Plants Attract Dragonflies to Your Garden?

There seems to be a big surge in interest for attracting dragonflies to gardens and many online sources are suggesting the…

How To Get Rid of Slugs and Snails in the Garden

How to get rid of slugs and snails in the garden, is one of the most asked questions, especially by people gardening in…

Controlling Slugs with Ammonia – Which Methods Work?

Household ammonia is reported to be great for controlling slugs. Some people spray the slugs directly and apparently it kills…

Praying Mantis Egg Case – Should You Buy Them?

Praying mantis egg cases are now being sold in many locations. The eggs are easy to hatch allowing you to add this natural…

Hickory Tussock Moth Caterpillar – Is It Poisonous?

I was reading one of the Facebook groups and found a picture of the Hickory Tussock Moth Caterpillar; also known as the black…

Asian Lady Beetle Attacks Dogs – The True Story

By now most of you are familiar with the Asian lady beetle. They look as cute as our native ladybugs, but they bite. They…

Slug Bait – Metaldehyde vs Iron Phosphate

How do you get rid of slugs? I’ve looked at several home remedies, and although some work a bit, most don’t work…
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