These companion plants for garlic—including vegetables, flowers, and herbs—can increase your yield and naturally deter pests.

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If your garden seems to be dwindling down, these flowers and plants are culprits for attracting bugs.

Every gardener hits that moment. You walk outside with your morning coffee, feeling hopeful, and then you spot it. Chewed ...

Does it ever seem that you look at one of the plants in your garden and it’s totally fine, and then the next time you look at it, it’s covered with aphids? That could be because aphid populations can ...

Aphids seem to find their way into every garden. They feed on the plant’s sap and literally suck the life out of the plant. Most aphids in California's mild climate reproduce asexually (without mating ...

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You’re probably quick to get rid of fruit flies, ants, and other inside critters, but did you know there are garden pests that require just as swift intervention? Whether you’re an avid gardener or a ...

As a former realtor, general contractor and greenhouse operator, Kristi has touched nearly all aspects of homeownership, from the foundation up. Today, Kristi is a full-time investing and real estate ...