Pest & Problem Fixes

Use these photos and descriptions to identify 36 weeds in your lawn and garden. Plus, get tips for the best ways to get rid of these common weeds. ...

This disgusting little pest can turn a large, healthy squash plant into a withered mess in just a couple of days. Learn more about controlling it. ...

These tips will help you safely and effectively use weed killers to get rid of pesky plants growing where you don't want them. ...

These pictures of tree diseases and the worst pests will help you identify symptoms and damage, along with solutions to the problems you may have. ...

Unwanted plants among your treasured blooms can ruin the whole effect. But with the right tools and techniques, you can eliminate the invaders. ...

Learn how to identify, treat, and prevent flea beetle damage in your garden with this beginner-friendly guide. ...

This perennial weed can easily take over lawns and garden beds. Here are the best ways to control it. ...

Tiny minute pirate bugs are barely visible but their bites are painful. Here's how to prevent them from biting but allow them to help your garden. ...

Find out how to get rid of squash bugs with these natural pest control tips, plus learn how to identify these insects and their damage. ...

Skunks eat garden pests, but their defensive spray can cause a problem for humans and pets that startle them. Find out how to get rid of skunks in your yard safely. ...

Want to keep weeds in check in animal-safe ways? Here are the best pet-friendly weed killers—only some of which involve spraying or sprinkling. ...

Here's how to keep chipmunks out of your garden and stop them (and squirrels) from eating your plants and flowers. ...

Here's how to identify clover mites, the conditions that attract them, and ways get rid of them. ...

Improve your time outdoors with a few strongly scented insect-repelling plants, which can send pesky biting bugs, like mosquitoes and flies, packing. ...

Bunnies may be cute, but they can also be garden saboteurs. Here's how to stop rabbits from munching on your flowers, shrubs, and vegetables. ...

Find out what boxwood blight is, how to recognize symptoms, and keep it from infecting your shrubs. ...

Find out how to clean pruning shears so you don't accidentally spread plant diseases and pests on your tools. Use one of four simple methods: rubbing alcohol, bleach, hydrogen peroxide, and heat. ...

Flea and tick season is inevitable. Use garden plants that repel ticks and fleas to keep blood-sucking pests far away from you and your pets. ...

When hungry insects attack your plants, use these tips to figure out the best garden pest control method to use. Here are eight common pests and how to get rid of them. ...

Can you tell the difference between Queen Anne's lace vs. hemlock? Every part of poisonous hemlock is highly toxic to humans, livestock, and pets. Here's how to identify and safely get rid of hemlock. ...