https://youtu.be/A0SdUX6g6zU With the spring season underway, it is time to start planning summer adventures. Vacations offer an escape from everyday stresses and fun with family and friends, but they can also bring on encounters with certain unwelcome guests. (We’re not talking about those annoying relatives you try to avoid). Seriously, […]
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Spring has sprung, and that means certain seasonal little pests are coming out of hiding. Some of the most notorious springtime insects are stink bugs, ticks, mosquitoes and moths. These critters can greatly impact the comfort of your home and yard. Below, we will offer some money-saving tips and tricks
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Scorpions are a common pest in Arizona, and for good reason – the hot, dry climate provides the perfect habitat for them to thrive. These small, predatory arachnids are known for their painful stings and can be dangerous to pets and humans alike. There are more than 60 kinds of
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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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