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We asked gardeners if marigolds really deter pests, and they all said the same thing

Key Points Marigolds offer limited pest control benefits and are not a standalone solution.They won't deter most above-ground pests, especially in planted form.Better alternatives include garlic, ...

Ohio expands quarantine against invasive insect. Where, what it means

Ohio has doubled the quarantine area against this invasive bug, called a threat to the state's horticulture industry. Here's ...

The brilliant and bizarre ways birds use their sense of smell – from natural cologne to pest control

Starlings and blue tits, meanwhile, use scent to seek out aromatic plants such as yarrow, hogweed and elder, which they weave ...
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Pantry pests: How to eliminate an Indian meal moth infestation

Quick Take Indian meal moths breed and consume common pantry items, making them difficult to get rid of once they’re ...