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You're just walking through the grass or letting your pet play outside, and suddenly you have a visitor: a tick or a flea. These tiny creatures seem harmless, but they can be quite a nuisance for both humans and pets. They hide in the grass, between plants, or in bushes and strike when it's warm and humid. In this blog post, you'll learn how to recognize ticks and fleas , where they come from, and how to keep them out of your garden naturally. This way, spending time outdoors becomes relaxing and safe again. How do tick and flea infestations...

Mieren lijken onschuldig, maar kunnen snel voor overlast zorgen. Binnen no time marcheren hele kolonies door je huis of tuin, op zoek naar eten en een veilige plek. Ze bouwen nesten onder tegels, beschermen bladluizen en duiken overal op waar iets te halen valt. Gelukkig zijn er genoeg manieren om mieren te voorkomen én te bestrijden, zonder chemische troep. In deze blog lees je hoe je mieren op een natuurlijke manier op afstand houdt.   Hoe ontstaan mierenplagen in je tuin? Mieren zijn echte overlevers en bouwen hun nesten graag op droge, warme plekken. Ze leven in kolonies die kunnen groeien...

You're doing your best to keep your lawn looking immaculate, and then suddenly: yellow patches, loose grass, and bare patches. It's highly likely that leatherjackets are the culprit. These crane fly larvae live just below the surface and feed on the roots of grass and young plants. They can emerge in droves, especially in spring or after a wet summer. In this blog post, you'll learn how to recognize leatherjackets, what you can do to prevent them, and how to combat them naturally. This way, you'll give your garden a solid foundation again. How do leatherjacket plagues occur in your...

A green, healthy garden is something to be proud of, but the vine weevil (also known as the grooved vine weevil ) can really wreak havoc. Both the adult beetle and its larvae cause damage: the beetle eats leaves, while the larvae gnaw at roots underground. Boxwood, rhododendron, and yew are particularly vulnerable. Fortunately, you can recognize this pest in time and tackle it with natural remedies. In this blog post, you'll learn how to outsmart the vine weevil and keep your plants healthy. This way, your garden stays strong, green, and balanced! How do yew beetle infestations occur in...