Beneficial Garden Friends
There are many beneficial wildlife helpers in the garden. From natural predators that feed on pests and good garden bugs that pollinate plants to other garden friends likes frogs and birds, learning how to make your garden an inviting spot for them can help your garden flourish. In the following pages, you can find useful information on how to create garden friendly areas for beneficial insects and other garden friends. So keep reading to learn more about these wildlife helpers in the garden and how to take advantage of the benefits they offer.
Beneficial Garden Friends
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Do All Bees Sting?
Not all of them will sting you, but it’s good to know which bees, wasps and other flying insects to watch out for.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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What Do Opossums Eat In The Garden?
If you see a hungry possum wandering around, you may wonder what kind of food it’s seeking. Read on to understand the appetites of opposums.
By Teo Spengler
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Attract More Butterflies To Your Garden With Eight Gorgeous Flowers
If you love butterflies, then this article will help lure them your way. Next summer, don't forget to plant these flowers and enjoy the hoards of butterflies that won't be able to resist your flower garden.
By Arista Hageman
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Lightning Bug Information – Attracting Lightning Bugs In The Garden
Attracting lightning bugs to your garden is definitely a good thing to do. These beneficial insects don't bite, aren't poisonous, and they carry no diseases. Even better, most species are predatory, feeding on the larvae of insect pests. Click here to learn more.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Grass Pollinators: How To Create A Bee-Friendly Yard
It's time to reconsider the perfect lawn and start creating pollinator friendly ones instead. Learn how to create a bee-friendly yard here.
By Darcy Larum
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Goats In The Garden – Learn About Using Goats For Weed Control
Looking for earth friendlier options when grooming our landscapes? A cute and safe alternative to many of our fueled and chemical treatments is using goats for weed control. This article has more information.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Centipedes And Millipedes: Tips On Millipede And Centipede Treatment Outdoors
Millipedes and centipedes are two of the most popular insects to be confused with one another. Learn more about these insects in this article. You may be amazed to find how beneficial they are to gardens.
By Susan Patterson
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What Are Pirate Bugs: Taking Advantage Of Minute Pirate Bugs In Gardens
Many think bugs in the garden are a bad thing, but the truth is that a few bugs are not going to hurt and many, like pirate bugs, are actually beneficial. Read this article to learn more.
By Jackie Carroll
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What Are Robber Flies: Information About Robber Fly Insects
The garden is full of insects, and it can be difficult to sort out friend from foe - one garden visitor who needs a better PR department is the robber fly. Learn more about them here.
By Kristi Waterworth
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What Are Big Eyed Bugs: How Are Big Eyed Bugs Beneficial In Gardens
Big eyed bugs are beneficial insects that feed on many insect pests in gardens. Learn about big eyed bug identification in this article so you don?t confuse them with bad bugs.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Are Soldier Beetles Good Or Bad - Attracting Soldier Beetles To The Garden
Smart gardeners who learn what soldier beetles are soon learn to attract these garden friends instead of trying to keep them away. Read this article for more information on how soldier beetles help the garden.
By Anne Baley
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What Are Predatory Thrips: How To Use This Natural Predator For Thrips Control
Predatory thrips in gardens can help protect your plants from harmful pests. They eat the bad thrips that are munching away on vulnerable plant parts. This article explains more.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Predatory Mite Pest Control - Using Predatory Mites In The Garden
Predatory mites in the garden are the security system you need to stop plant eating mites. Discover how to use predatory mites and where to get them in this article. Click here for information.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Creating Squirrel Friendly Gardens: How To Welcome Squirrels In The Garden
With some creative discouragement in some places and encouragement in others, squirrels can live harmoniously in your backyard. Learn more about creating squirrel friendly gardens in this article so you can enjoy their antics.
By Liz Baessler
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Keeping Backyard Beehives – Backyard Beekeeping For Beginners
Keeping bees in the backyard is a natural extension of gardening, and means ready pollination for your flowers and plants, as well as a generous honey supply. Read this article to learn about backyard beekeeping basics.
By Teo Spengler
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Wild Bird Seed Mixes – Problems With Bird Seeds In The Garden
Using caution when purchasing wild bird seed will help avoid excess waste, allelopathic effects and unwanted pests. Read this article to prevent problems with bird seeds and ensure a trouble free ornithologist experience. Click here for more info.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Pollinator Gardens: Creating A Pollinator Garden
By Nikki Tilley