Cockroaches are known to create a cockroach phobia. Many people have this phobia but the reasons behind it are complex. While some people have no reasons to fear roaches and to even eat them, some cultures and groups have an irrational often innate fear of cockroaches. People are scared of cockroaches because they feel unsafe….
Baking soda is one of the internet solutions against cockroaches. Some people say it works while others say it doesn’t. Baking soda is often seen as a solution to almost all pest problems. Baking soda kills cockroaches when ingested in large amounts. Mixed with food, it kills cockroaches within weeks. Baking soda causes roaches to…
The soft-bodied, pear-shaped aphids appear harmless but can be a source of annoyance when they infest your garden. You spend a pretty penny to buy the most beautiful-looking, expensive plants. Perhaps you also devote time out of your busy schedule to water and take care of your garden. What could be worse than knowing an…
When you spot a pest in your home, it is best to take preventive measures immediately. Otherwise, they get time to multiply, and surprisingly, they do not take long enough. Drain fly eggs hatch in 48 hours, which means they spread pretty quickly. Apart from drains and toilet bowls, these flies can thrive in your…
So, you peeked into your toilet and spotted something you least expected: unsightly worms. These brown and black-looking worms aren’t actually what they appear to be; they are the larvae of drain flies. What could be more frustrating than finding an intruder in your toilet bowl? Not only does it prevent you from doing your…
The tiny flies circling over fruit pieces on your kitchen countertop can make you wonder, “How long will they live until you finally get rid of them?” Although their lifespan shouldn’t concern you, you’ll naturally question their survival period because they cause a terrible nuisance in your house. Of course, you cannot spray pest repellent…
Waking up to find that your tomato plants have been ravaged in the night can be devastating. Depending on the culprit, there may bites on the leaves or tomatoes, or the whole tomato plant may have seemingly disappeared overnight. There are many different insects and animals that may be eating your tomato plants at night….
Tomato hornworms are one of the most destructive pests you can encounter when trying to grow tomato plants. These large caterpillars are voracious eaters that can munch their way through entire plants in a matter of days. It’s easy to identify tomato hornworms due to their distinctive appearance, and you may notice the signs of…
Aphids are a common pest that you’ll find on the outdoor plants in your garden. By crawling, flying, or being introduced through infested plants, these invasive creatures can also make their way into your home to take over your indoor houseplants too. There are several methods you can use to control aphids on indoor houseplants….
Along with peppers, potatoes, and tomatoes, eggplants are members of the nightshade plant family. There are many types of both pests and diseases that affect vegetables like eggplant; if your eggplant crops are suffering, it’s important to diagnose what issue you’re facing to be able to cure it properly. Some of the most common eggplant…
Being a relatively hardy species, aphids can be a difficult pest to get rid of. These insects can take over your plants quickly on both indoor houseplants and the outdoor growth in your garden beds. While pesticides to kill aphids are available, you should look into natural alternatives before resorting to a chemical treatment. One…
Whether small or big, insects that feed on your plants aren’t acceptable to any plant parent who loves to keep their leafy babies healthy and safe. Unfortunately, however, sometimes it is hard to control some bugs. Regardless of all the precautionary measures that you may take, a few insects always find their way to your…
What is the one word that comes to your mind when you see aphids on your plants? It is ‘annoying’ for us. Often identified by their green color, aphids are literally sapsuckers that don’t take long to grow in numbers and damage your plants without warning. What’s worse is that these often green bugs can…
Do you often spot tiny soft-bodied, and often green insects feeding on your plants? These are aphids and are known as one of the biggest enemies of your leafy babies. Why? Aphids not only suck the nutrients present in a plant but also make holes in the leaves, ensuring that the plant withers and dies…
Aphids are small insects that feed on your plants, resulting in their death sooner than later. What’s more, these creatures make holes in the leaves of plants, hindering photosynthesis and snatching the rights of your plants to survive. If you are a plant parent, you would understand how these insects can make your life hell….
Do you have plants and flowers in your backyard, and you treat them just like your babies? Plants might not be responsive like your pets, but they have many mood-boosting benefits and are perfect companions to help combat loneliness. However, like any other living thing on this earth, plants have predators who are after them…
Aphids are known to live in temperate climates which means they need to overwinter. It seems that there are thousands of aphids around in the spring, but many overwinter and only emerge in the spring. Aphids are some of the most resilient insects when it comes to cold weather. These insects are known to survive…
Aphids are mostly known for eating leaves. They need the sap rich in sugar and water to survive. Aphids can also eat other foods such as stems, plant roots, and even fruits. Aphids use their stylus (sharp mouthpart) to pierce leaves and fruits. They then drink the liquids of the plant. Aphids eat plant and…
Aphids are attracted to beans, melons, roses, and potatoes among other flowers and vegetables. These insects drink the sap of plants, essentially stunting their growth. Planting marigolds is one of the few natural methods of keeping aphids away. These insects have certain flowers they hate such as marigolds and catnip. Aphids are considerably deterred by…
Aphids are known to live on and near plants. They are seen almost throughout the year as they survive cold weather. But can aphids live in soil? These invasive insects are sometimes unearthed in the ground. This may be a shock to those into gardening as many only imagine aphids on plant leaves. Aphids live…
