The best methods for safely controlling garden weeds. February is a big month for garden weed prevention, especially after rains in December and January. With spring just around the corner, the combination of sunshine and moisture is sure to bring out the weeds. Plan to spend time this month applying […]
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Most homeowners expect an abundance of weeds to pop up and wreak havoc on lawns and gardens in the springtime, but what about those pesky weeds that take over in the middle of winter? Living in the Sonoran Desert means residents enjoy relatively nice weather all year long. However, this
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Termites spend their days gnawing away at the foundation of a home, potentially costing a homeowner thousands of dollars in repairs. According to Groundworks, a termite infestation decreases a home’s value by 20%. Not only do these pests eat away at the structure of a home and its potential value,
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https://youtu.be/vavfGh9Nn6E The only thing worse than getting coal for Christmas is having a pest invasion in your home while you’re trying to enjoy the holidays with your loved ones. Thankfully, we have tools and tips that will help. One of the most important steps to take in November is establishing
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As the weather warms up, pests start invading your indoor and outdoor spaces. When there are more pests bothering you, there are more pests bothering your pets, too. When your beloved pets spend time outdoors, they are more likely to encounter various pests, including ticks. But ticks are much more
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The old nursery rhyme “The worms crawl out, the worms crawl in” may have made the boys laugh and the girls shriek, but Mother Nature loves all of that wiggling in and out of garden dirt. If you’ve ever wondered how to vermicompost, this is a great resource to learn
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Bug and Weed Mart is thrilled to be offering a new monthly blog on gardening from our friends at Keep Phoenix Beautiful. Mary Lu Nunley is the Garden Manager for the Keep Phoenix Beautiful Community Gardens. Each month she will be offering tips and advice for keeping your garden beautiful.
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We know what you’re thinking: Why would we, experts on pest control, be giving you tips on attracting birds, butterflies and other backyard wildlife? The thing is, while we pride ourselves on helping our customers get rid of pesky insects and home invaders, we also recognize how valuable most insects
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Where should I store my weed and pest control supplies? Because of the extreme heat here in the Valley of the Sun, knowing how and where to store your weed and pest control supplies is an important question. Should they be kept indoors? Outside in a shed? How long do
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That’s right, no need to suffer from lawn envy from your neighbors this year. You can have your own green oasis with these five Phoenix lawn care tips: Get rid of thatch with a rake Thatch is essentially dead or dying grass. A very small amount of thatch is good
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