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Plant pests aren’t inherently bad, they just want to eat and reproduce like anyone else. Various chemicals can repel, deter, or kill pests, but many…

According to their website, the Cooperative Extension System (CES) exists to help people solve problems, develop skills, and build a better future where they live…

Is your garden under attack from garden pests? Insects can eat your plants and spread diseases, but there are natural methods to help fight them….

Garden pests are an unfortunate reality in any garden. You may not have problems every year, but eventually some insects or other pests will discover…

To till or not to till, that is the question. When industrial farming first began expanding across the country, plowing the soil to prepare for…

Are your seedlings struggling in your garden? It could be your soil. There are five keys to healthy soil and if any one of them is off, you plants may suffer. Let’s talk about what they are and how to improve your soil if needed.

The price of food and other necessities has everyone watching their budget lately. You can save some cash by ditching takeout and growing your own…

Figuring out how to prevent transplant shock is one of the key skills in home gardening. It makes the difference between growing your thriving garden, and having to start over with new plants again and again. Check out the three keys to preventing transplant shock.

You want to start your garden, but you think don’t have enough space. Don’t worry! You don’t need to have a huge backyard to start…

You planted some seeds and they sprouted! You got in the habit of checking on them each day and you kept them alive. But what…