Blog List Category: Pests

Does Cornmeal Kill Slugs and Snails?

The claim is that slugs and snails are attracted to cornmeal, and after eating it, the cornmeal expands and kills them. What…

10 Wasp Myths That Will Surprise You

Wasps are feared and hated. Granted they do sting if you disturb them but that is no reason to fear them. In this post I will…

Understanding Wasps – They Are Not Evil!

Why do people hate wasps? They can sting, but 97% of wasp species don’t. A sting hurts but you can do things to avoid…

Earwigs – Getting Rid of the Pincher Bug

Earwigs (Forficula auricularia) are common garden insects that do very little damage to plants provided the numbers stay low…

Dish Soap Can Damage Your Plants

Dish Soap like Sunlight or Dawn is a regular addition to home pest control remedies for the garden. You use dish soap every…

Insecticidal Soap – Use It Properly

Insecticidal soap can be used to get rid of certain insect pests on plants, and it is one of the most non-toxic pesticides…

How To Get Rid of Ants With Mint

Ants seem to be everywhere this year, and many people want to get rid of them. A recommendation I found on social media was…

How to Get Rid of Slugs with Diatomaceous Earth

Slugs, slugs, slugs—everybody wants to get rid of the slugs. What about diatomaceous earth? Apparently, the sharp edges in…

Mosquito Repellents – Best Options

DEET is the standard in mosquito repellants. It is both effective and safe, as reported in DEET – Is It Safe? But what…
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