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Praying mantises prey on various garden pests and thrive in environments with hiding spots and no chemical pesticides.

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These insects and arachnids might startle you or send shivers down your spine, but there's no need to worry about these bugs—not too much, anyway.

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This is not to say, however, that companion planting is without merit. The practice itself has benefited fruit and vegetable ...

Invasive plants (i.e. weeds) have been on the upswing lately as a threat to take over desirable plants, out-compete farm crops, and disturb the fragile health of ecosystems.

Many gardeners have been looking for ways to deter magpies or stop magpies from coming into gardens, but experts say this ...

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Try using essential oils such as lemongrass and/or spearmint, which McLean says stink bugs often shy away from. Planting herbs in your garden can help keep stink bugs away, Mclean explains.