What To Do If You Find Termites Invading Your Trees
If you thought termites only attacked fences, decks, and foundations, surprise! Some species munch on living trees. Here's how to stop the spread immediately.
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Say Goodbye To Carpenter Bees By Planting A Fragrant Herb They Can't Stand
Some gardeners claim this herb, whether planted in a container or sprayed as an essential oil, can keep destructive carpenter bees away. Here’s how.
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5 Natural Predators That Eat Termites
When dealing with termites, we often reach for chemical insecticides. Encouraging natural predators of these destructive pests is a good preventative tactic.
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Get Rid Of Termites With An Ingredient They Can't Survive
Seeing a termite in or around your yard means there are likely hundreds more nearby. One natural ingredient can help prevent an infestation before it begins.
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Pretty Forest Flowers You Might Not Realize Are Legally Protected
Walking through a meadow or forest, it’s tempting to pick colorful blooms along the way. However, you could be breaking several laws and not even know it.
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The Common Backyard Bird You Might Not Realize Is Legally Protected
A lot of birds we see in our backyard seem pretty common. Even so, it's important to be aware if they, and their nests, fall under federal or state protection.
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Say Goodbye To Termites: The EPA's Best Advice For Preventing An Infestation
Termites are the bane of homeowners. While there’s plenty of advice online and from pest control companies, it’s nice to know we can go straight to the EPA.
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Not Wood Dust: The Overlooked Sign Carpenter Bees Are Lurking Around Your Home
Carpenter bees drill circular holes in your wood deck or siding to build their nests. But there’s another visible sign that may be a better indicator of bees.
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Skip The Decoy: There's A Better Way To Prevent Birds From Flying Into Windows
The "thunk" sound when a bird hits a window of your house is chilling. A decoy protects one section, but one cheap method helps birds avoid the whole window.
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Carpenter Bees Aren't Eating The Wood Around Your Home & Garden
Perfectly circular holes in your wood deck or siding with little piles of sawdust clinches it: You’ve got carpenter bees. But they’re not eating your house.
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Say Goodbye To Bird Poop: The Best Way To Keep If Off Your Patio
When you gotta go, you gotta go, and birds are no exception. When trying to attract birds to our yards and patios, we might forget about the side effects.
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What's The Difference Between A Crow And A Raven?
Chances are, you’ve seen large, jet-black birds on lampposts or grabbing food off a road. Whether it’s a crow or a raven depends on location, size, and sound.
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Why Do Some Bees Die After Stinging You?
If you've ever been stung by a honeybee, you likely know they died soon after. Though seems like a tall sacrifice, there are reasons some bees don't make it.
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Why Do Carpenter Bees Hover?
Carpenter bees already seem imposing, but when they're hovering and buzzing right in your face, you have to wonder what's next. Fortunately, it's all show.
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5 Signs You Might Have A Hummingbird Family Living In Your Backyard
Just because hummingbirds visit your flowers or feeders, doesn’t mean there’s a nest nearby. But there are several clues when you’re hosting a bird B&B.
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Say Goodbye To Carpenter Bees With A Natural Ingredient They Hate
Carpenter bees are beneficial pollinators, but destructive to wood decks, houses, and rooflines. Rather than kill them, send them off with this easy deterrent.
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The 'Snake Magnet' Plant You Probably Grow In Your Yard
A diverse landscape in your yard or garden can attract pollinators, but it can also attract snakes. Snakes love this decorative plant for a number of reasons.
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Do Copper Birdbaths Really Prevent Algae Growth?
There's something of a consensus that a few pennies will help inhibit algae in a birdbath. So an all-copper birdbath should work even better. But does it?
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The First Thing You Should Do If You Find A Snake's Shed Skin In Your Yard
A shed snake skin laying on your grass or in your flower bed means a snake has been in the area. But don’t panic: Take these steps instead to learn more.
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Plant Honeysuckle To Invite These Two Colorful Birds To Your Yard
Lots of flowering plants attract birds, but this native climbing vine particularly appeals to two popular flying visitors for slightly different reasons.
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The One Direction Your Owl Nesting Box Should Never Face
Nest boxes encourage owls to visit and stay in your yard. But owls are sensitive to weather and temperature, and may not use boxes if they are pointed this way.
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The Animal With The Strongest Bite Force That You Don't Want To Meet In The Wild
Most animals, even large, aggressive predators would rather not tangle with humans. However, the one with the world’s strongest bite force has no such qualms.
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Repurpose This Thrift Store Find Into A Brilliant Hummingbird Feeder Hack
If you're looking to make the most inviting hummingbird haven on your patio or flower garden, this easy feeder trick helps protect both the birds and nectar.
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The Easiest Way To Prevent Wasps From Nesting In Your Yard
Sure, wasps are beneficial pollinators. We just don’t want them setting up nests in our house or yard. Or anywhere near us, really. Prevention is step one.
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Hummingbirds (And Other Birds) Can See These Colors That We Can't
Are hummingbirds superheroes? Well, they can fly, they make us feel better, and they possess super vision, seeing colors we can’t even begin to imagine.
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How To Prevent Birds From Ruining Your Garden (Without Hurting Them)
It's usually wonderful to see birds hopping about the yard. But if they're poking around the garden or eating seedlings, there's a free way to uninvite them.
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Here's What To Do When You Find A Ground Wasp Nest
Looking to your roofline for wasp nests is prudent, but also look down: Several species make their nests underground. Here's when and how to deal with them.
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