Insects

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Control Aphids Naturally
Aphids are tiny bugs that can sap the life out of your plants. Most aphid infestations can be washed off with water, but some require a rinse with a detergent solution. If you want to prevent aphid infestations, plant onions, garlic, or chives in with your plants.

Control Caterpillars in Your Garden
Caterpillars can be both pretty and exciting for small children, but they will also destroy your garden if left alone. Inspect your plants regularly and remove caterpillars and their eggs by hand. You may also kill caterpillars with organic pesticides containing derris, pyrethrum, or caterpillar killing bacteria.

Handling Grasshoppers
The most effective way to rid your lawn and garden of grasshoppers is to provide them with a more succulent meal away from your landscape. When that is not possible, consider finding their breeding ground and till the soil, destroying their eggs. Here are some more tips for handling grasshoppers.

Killing Fire Ants
Fire ants are a common problem throughout the southern portion of the United States. Anyone who has ever tangled with these annoying little bugs knows just how much of a pain they can be—often literally. Fire ants can sting, bite, and cause a lot of pain for many people, and for those who happen to be allergic to them the results can be much, much worse. Killing fire ants is a surprisingly easy task, as long as you know what to do.

Preventing Ants from Killing a Lemon Tree
To prevent ants from climbing your lemon tree, use a few common substances you probably already have on hand. Ants hate certain scents and won't cross them. Read this article to find some great ways to keep ants away from your lemon trees.