The black walnut tree manufactures a substance that is a natural insecticide according to experts at the Texas State University in Austin.American black walnut tress contain a tannic acid chemists call juglone. The reddish yellow substance leaches from leaves, and some believe exudes from roots, or transfers ...
If you are a serious gardener, you spend lots of time outdoors. And, for sure, you would rather be tending your plants than swatting mosquitoes. While there are many things you can do to keep mosquitoes away, there are some plants that will beautify your yard and help repel mosquitoes. As one more way ...
Spreader-stickers or if you prefer, sticker-spreaders, are agents we can add to garden sprays to make them more effective. These additives are commonly used in commercial horticulture and in agriculture, but for some reason are as yet relatively unknown to most gardeners.Sticker-spreaders can be made ...
One of the first questions people ask about log homes is How Much Termite Damage Do They Get? Well, rest assured: log homes are no more susceptible to termites than a traditional framed house. In some ways, it would be easier to spot possible infestation: in a stick-framed house, you could have an problem ...
Fleas: The unwanted guests in your home.
Fleas are a common cause of irritation and infestation in your home. These unwanted guests can be found in your home and in large quantities. Out of the total flea population found in your home, about 80% of the fleas are still at the egg or larvae stage. These ...
The natural way:
• Vacuum your home frequently and seal vacuum bags before disposing.
• Wash the bedding of your dog weekly in warm soapy water. This is where fleas usually breed.
• Bathing your pet weekly with a mild dog shampoo prevents flea invasion.
• Use cedar shampoo for your dog, ...
NATURAL MOSQUITO REPELLANTS
When you are in your home environment, there are many things you
can to to stop mosquitoes from invading your space. When you are
away, on camping trips, traveling, or for other outdoor
activities away from home, you need to be armed with a good
repellant. Most over ...
There is nothing more annoying than sharing your home with uninvited guests. When you walk into a room and see a few little ants crawling around, it just triggers a feeling of disgust. There can never be just one ant, there are always relatives lurking in the cracks somewhere. I’m always amazed at how ...
How Do I Control Mosquitoes: 4 Ways To Reduce The Pest Problem
by Ellen Parry
Everyone knows mosquitoes are irritating disease-carriers. How can I protect myself from mosquitoes? How do I control mosquitoes? Is there a way to eliminate mosquitoes for good? These are vital questions that, fortunately, ...
A Look At the Enemy: What Does A Termite Look Like?Don PellisMore than curious kids, adults and homeowners should also ask what a termite looks like. You should ask yourself the same question. Asking what a termite looks like can help save you a lot of trouble.What Does a Termite Look Like?Before we ...
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