pests

closet
04.10.2023

Moles are extremely unpleasant pests that can damage your food and clothes. Closet moles can hide really well, and though they don't damage your food, they can also cause lots of harm.

Kate Yakimchuk clothes closet mole Helpful tips 4 October 2023
garden tick
03.10.2023

To become a successful gardener or a farmer, you should know a lot about useful and effective tools and chemicals. For instance, you should know about acaricides - beneficial and effective chemicals that can help you fight certain pests.

Kate Yakimchuk gardening acaricides chemicals Garden 3 October 2023
grains
03.10.2023

If you store lots of grains in your kitchen, then you should make sure they're safe from pests - or you'll have to get rid of all your food. Pests that attack grains are pretty versatile, but luckily, you can use some tips to make your grains safe from all of them at once.

Kate Yakimchuk grains storage tips Helpful tips 3 October 2023
aphid
01.10.2023

Aphid is a garden pest that can destroy your crops - so it's better to get rid of it quickly. To help your plants, you have to notice aphids quickly, and there are some signs that might help you.

Kate Yakimchuk gardening aphids signs plants Garden 1 October 2023
bedbugs
28.09.2023

Bed bugs can be your worst nightmare - they aren't easy to notice at first, and then it's often too late to get rid of them completely. But you still can do it, you manage to find all their nests and destroy their eggs everywhere - including books.

Kate Yakimchuk bedbugs tips Helpful tips 28 September 2023
roach
27.09.2023

It's pretty hard to get rid of house pests, especially when it's too late - so it's better to detect them as soon as possible. When you don't see insects around, it doesn't mean that your house is clean - sometimes, you just should look better.

Kate Yakimchuk signs tips Helpful tips 27 September 2023
plums
23.09.2023

Plums are one of the most delicious fruits you can grow in your garden, but they can be infested pretty easily. Pests can attack the same tree every year, and it's not always easy to get rid of them.

Kate Yakimchuk plums worms tips Garden 23 September 2023
a fly
16.09.2023

No one likes fruit flies, but lots of people often notice them in their kitchens, especially when it's hot outside. It doesn't always mean that you're bad at cleaning - some of your habits and lifestyle choices just attract these pests, so you need to find out what exactly you do wrong.

Kate Yakimchuk flies cleaning tips trash Helpful tips 16 September 2023
mouse
12.09.2023

Mice seem tiny, harmless, and even cute, but they can damage your garden seriously - mostly because they usually act collectively. If you want your plants to be safe, then it's time to get rid of these pests - and your methods better be effective.

Kate Yakimchuk mice gardening tips Garden 12 September 2023
roses
11.09.2023

Roses are queens of flowers, but it doesn't mean that they can't be destroyed by pests. Growing roses isn't generally too hard, but you should be aware of various parasites that want to destroy your garden's beauty.

Kate Yakimchuk roses flowers Garden 11 September 2023
plums
29.08.2023

No one likes seeing pests inside their fruits - it's disgusting and unsafe to eat. Garden plums can sometimes develop worms inside them due to the presence of fruit-infesting insects, with the plum curculio being one of the most common culprits. 

Kate Yakimchuk plums fruits gardening Garden 29 August 2023
scarecrow toy
21.08.2023

Garden scarecrows can be helpful to some extent in deterring certain types of birds and pests from your garden, but their effectiveness varies based on factors such as the type of pests, the environment, and the design of the scarecrow.  Here's a closer look at their pros and cons.

Kate Yakimchuk scarecrow birds Garden 21 August 2023
tree bark
19.08.2023

If hares are eating tree bark in your garden, it can pose a threat to the health of your trees.  It often leads to tree infections, which can spread quickly and potentially destroy your garden completely.

Kate Yakimchuk bark trees gardening tips Garden 19 August 2023
sugarbird
18.08.2023

Birds can cause various types of damage to gardens, plants, and crops.  While birds are beautiful and important parts of the ecosystem, their behaviors can sometimes lead to challenges for gardeners. 

Kate Yakimchuk birds gardening plants Garden 18 August 2023
tick
13.08.2023

Protecting your garden from ticks is important to ensure a safe and enjoyable outdoor space.  Ticks can transmit diseases, so taking preventive measures can help safeguard both you and your plants. 

Kate Yakimchuk ticks gardening protection Garden 13 August 2023
tar spot
13.08.2023

Recognizing whether a fruit tree is infected involves careful observation of its overall health, foliage, fruit, and other symptoms.  Early detection and prompt action can help prevent the spread of diseases and pests. 

Kate Yakimchuk gardening trees illesses Garden 13 August 2023
beetle
09.08.2023

Pests can evolve to become more resistant to pesticides through a process known as natural selection.  Over time, this can lead to an increase in the overall population of pesticide-resistant pests.

Kate Yakimchuk pesticides gardening adaptation Garden 9 August 2023
mole
29.07.2023

Moles are small, burrowing mammals that can sometimes be a nuisance in gardens and lawns.  While they're usually harmless, they can mess your garden a bit.

Kate Yakimchuk mole gardening tips wild animals Garden 29 July 2023
pest
29.07.2023

Fighting garden pests without chemicals is not only environmentally friendly, but also allows for a more natural and sustainable approach to gardening.  While chemical pesticides are commonly used to control pests, there are several underestimated and effective ways to manage garden pests without resorting to harmful chemicals. 

Kate Yakimchuk gardening tips Garden 29 July 2023
slugs
28.07.2023

If you don't like using chemicals in your garden, but have a slug problem, then you can use some methods to get rid of these pests without chemicals. Getting rid of slugs in your garden without using chemicals can be achieved through various natural and environmentally friendly methods. 

Kate Yakimchuk slugs lifehacks Garden 28 July 2023