You may have spotted these pesky creatures in your yard, or you’ve noticed the trail of slime and destruction that they leave behind after ravaging your plants and seedlings overnight. Even though a small number of slugs can play a beneficial role in the ecosystem of your backyard, they can quickly multiply and take over,…
Hostas are plants that are easy to grow and which add visual value to a garden or backyard. These plants are perennial and they grow well in the shade. Slugs are also known to love shaded spots and moisture, which means hostas and slugs frequently intersect. You can get rid of slugs on hostas by…
Keeping slugs away from strawberries is one of the most difficult tasks in gardening. Strawberries are sweet and soft which means they are ideal food for all types of small and large slugs. Slugs only come out at night and they do so exclusively for food. While they might eat all types of food in…
Slugs can be fatal to dogs. They carry bacteria that affect the blood of dogs and which spreads inside the circulatory system. Left untreated, the health conditions caused by bacteria carried by slugs can kill dogs. As a dog owner, you know there are various bugs and insects that dogs eat around the garden with…
Slugs are gastropods, a large class in the animal world. Found all over the world, slugs are known for eating fresh vegetation. They also eat decaying organic matter. Only rare species of slugs are carnivorous. Most types of slugs found in the garden eat living and dead vegetation. They tend to surface in high numbers…
Aphids live on some lemon trees for food. They suck plant sap directly from citrus tree leaves. These small pear-shaped bugs aren’t as common on lemon trees as on other species, but they can still kill a young tree. You can eliminate aphids on lemon trees by spraying the trees with water to wash the…
Slugs can invade gardens in their hundreds or thousands. Many aren’t sure as to what their exact purpose is in the world apart from eating leaves of vegetables. Slugs are found in all areas of the world with high humidity. Northern states of the US as well as United Kingdom territories in Europe are some…
Mint is grown all over the world. It’s a type of perennial herb that has many health benefits. It smells and looks good as well. Mint also has many types of pests. Some of them can’t be considered pests while other bugs can even kill mint if they eat too many leaves. Moths, aphids, and…
Sunflower leaves are rich in sap. They provide nutrition for a wide range of animals, bugs, and insects. Growing sunflowers at home are subject to challenges such as dealing with invasive species. Sunflowers need to be protected against different invasive species. Protection methods vary from sprinkling chili powder to raising fences against large animals. It’s…
Slugs are mostly seen in the garden. They can also make it indoors as a curious creature rather than a pest. Slugs can be a slimy issue to deal with. They also carry diseases that can be transmitted to house pests. Most slugs won’t lay eggs indoors as they need moist soil for eggs. Slugs…
Slugs are one of the worst garden pests for their ability to decimate plants, especially seedlings. If you have a slug invasion in your flower bed or vegetable garden, your immediate response is to protect your plants from the adult slugs doing the damage. However, there could be a more effective way of prepping your…
Nematodes are a type of roundworm sometimes used to control invasive species such as slugs and snails. Some people call nematodes a biological control agent in organic gardening. These small worms can be purchased in their millions as an organic parasitic species destroyer. Nematodes can be used against slugs and snails in organic gardening. This…
Slug invasions are common in gardens where there’s sufficient food. Slugs are omnivores. They eat fresh herbs, vegetables, meat, and even decaying meats and vegetables. You can eliminate slugs from gardens by attracting their natural predators. Hand-picking slugs isn’t a long-term solution so attracting animals that eat slugs is the best non-invasive method to eliminate…
Gardens are often affected by slugs in a very short period. You might be having no slugs when you plant your vegetables and then face slug infestation after a few days of rain. Slugs are difficult to deal with. They tend to infest the entire garden and they’re also very good at hiding, which means…
Some gardeners say coffee grounds can deter slugs. Others say coffer grounds have no effect. Multiple tests show coffee grounds may be used against slugs and this is good news for those who don’t want to use chemicals to deter slugs. Coffee grounds deter most slugs if sprinkled or sprayed around the garden. Mature slugs…
Along with the majority of other plants, aphids are a common pest to the trees in your garden. You may encounter aphids on large trees, fruit trees, or ornamental trees. Regardless of the affected tree’s size or maturity, an infestation of aphids can have devastating effects on its health. To get rid of aphids on…
Your pepper plants are one of the many crops vulnerable to aphid infestations. When these pests attack a pepper plant, they’ll feed on both the plant and its fruit; as a result, the pepper plant will suffer from stunted growth and will also produce poor-quality peppers. It’s therefore crucial to control aphids on pepper plants…
Without the right control, aphids can quickly take over the plants, shrubs, or trees in your garden. Before using chemical pesticides, you should try to get rid of aphids naturally using an organic alternative. One way to kill aphids and prevent them from returning is to treat your garden with diatomaceous earth. To kill aphids…
As soon as you notice aphids on your plants or trees, you must take action to prevent or control a full infestation. There are many effective commercially-available chemical treatments for aphids; however, these products are worse for the environment and may harm beneficial insects like bees and ladybugs. It’s best to try out a natural…
Tomato plants are one of the many vegetable crops that can be taken over by aphids. These pests are drawn to the tomato blooms, and will hang around to feed on the young fruits and stems. You’ll need to eliminate the aphids on your tomato plants as soon as you spot them to protect your…
