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 Glass jar Remove the lid from a glass jar and thoroughly rinse the jar with soap and water. Any jar will do, but the gnat trap will work best if the mouth of the jar is fairly wide. Add 5 tbsp. apple cider vinegar to the jar. White vinegar will suffice if you don’t have any cider vinegar on hand. » more Homemade-Traps For Buffalo Gnat  Chipmunk The Eastern Chipmunk is one of the smaller members of the squirrel family, measuring 8 to 10 inches long. Chipmunks are primarily ground dwellers, but they do climb trees and shrubs for food and protection when necessary. They may be identified by the three dark dorsal stripes on the otherwise reddish-brown coat and by its habit of running with its tail sticking straight up in the air. Chipmunks are quick in movements and very alert to danger. They prefer open wooded areas with plenty of food-producing trees and bushes. Food and protection offered by shrubbery, flowers, gardens and various types of landscaping attract chipmunks; and it is in these conditions that most problems arise. The cute, playful little creature then becomes a pest that threatens the appearance and the well-being of a home. » more Chipmunk Control & Repellents  Rabbit deterents Rabbits can be a real thorn in the side, and if left can cause serious damage to your land. They can cause extensive damage to wood. Rabbits are adorable – unless they’re wreaking havoc with your gardening, in which case you’ll find yourself searching for the most effective rabbit deterrents available. Fortunately, there are a number of ways to discourage these whiskered pests from destroying your landscaping. Rabbits can be quite bold when it comes to foraging in your yard for goodies – they’ll even come onto your deck or patio to attack container plants! The classic method of defending your greens is to attack the rabbits’ sense of smell. Gather together small collections of human, dog or cat hair and place the hair in small cloth bags. If you scatter these among your flower and vegetable beds, the bunnies will get a whiff and choose to do their munching elsewhere. » more Gardening Rabbit Deterrents When it comes to pest control, you can spend all sorts of money hiring exterminators or buying smelly (and often toxic) sprays and chemicals for your home, but in some cases, you may not need to go to such extremes. There are a lot of completely natural insect and pest control remedies out there, many of which our ancestors have been using with great success for countless generations. You’ll be pleased to know that many of these useful items can be found in the average household. Though pest control can refer to dealing with pest birds, bugs, and rodents, this article will focus on getting rid of insects. Insect Control in the Garden  Aluminum foil Believe it or not, aluminum foil can successfully keep hungry insects and slugs away from your vegetable garden. Simply mix strips of aluminum foil in with your garden mulch to deter bugs and slugs. In addition, since foil is reflective, it will shine light back up onto your plants, giving them a solar boost. Mothballs are another handy insect control device for the garden. You’ve probably heard of using mothballs in the closet to protect your sweaters, but you can also use them to kill bugs on potted plants. Simply place the plant in a clear plastic bag (i.e. a cleaning bag), add a few mothballs, and seal the bag for a week. » more Natural Home Remedies To Use In The Garden  Giant rabbit While it may be fun to spot rabbits, deer, and other wildlife in your yard, these animals can become a serious problem for some gardens. The first line of defense is often a fence or other barrier to prevent these animals from entering your yard or garden. If, however, you prefer not to erect these barriers, there are some natural, homemade animal repellents that you can try for keeping your yard free from wildlife. Step 1. Spray rabbit repellent on the stems or leaves of vulnerable plants. To make a homemade rabbit repellent, mix about three tablespoons each of crushed cayenne pepper, » more How to Make Homemade Rabbit Repellents |
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