We have plenty of benefits from plants. From the oxygen to the cure of illnesses, plants have been our ally. Not only that, scientists have discovered and still discovering ways on how to use plants around us. We can use it as a food source, and most of the time, as medicines. One breakthrough is how we can use plants to repel insects like mosquitoes. If plants are our … [Read more...] about Top 10 Indoor Mosquito Repellent Plants
Top 10 Plants to repel Geckos
Geckos are small lizards that eat insects. They do not bite and are non-poisonous. These lizards are even doing you a favor by eating insects like mosquitos, cockroaches, flies, and other bugs. They are harmless, not a threat to your life. However, once they start feeling at home inside your house, you might reconsider. Once they feel at home, you will find them chilling under … [Read more...] about Top 10 Plants to repel Geckos
Top 10 Plants to Repel Rats
Rats have been a problem for people all over the world for many centuries. These vermin are considered bad luck and will only bring death and suffering. Up to this day, rats are considered a pest that needs to be gone. People have been beyond themselves trying new and old stuff to keep rats out. Scientists are constantly discovering new chemicals and compounds to battle against … [Read more...] about Top 10 Plants to Repel Rats
5 Different types of Ant Pests
Ants have around 12 thousand species of ants in the world, but only a few live near the human population, causing damage to structures, electronics, and our lives. They may be small but can cause problems and damage to our garden and building structures. Here, we talk about the five different types of ant pests we encounter every day, where to find them and ways to treat … [Read more...] about 5 Different types of Ant Pests
Top 10 Plants to Repel Snakes
Snakes are dangerous predators. Most of them are venomous and can be deadly to both humans and animals. There are about forty thousand recorded deaths every year due to snake bites. Snakes are usually aloft and keep to themselves. They mostly avoid human populations as well. And contrary to popular beliefs, snakes are not aggressive. They will not bite unless provoked or … [Read more...] about Top 10 Plants to Repel Snakes
Top 10 House Pests
Your house is your haven, your nest, and your resting place. A place to go to when you want peace. But these ten house pests can destroy our haven in just a few days or weeks. And your supposed place of peace will turn into chaos and disaster when these pests are around. Let's see what they are, the damage and disease they carry, how they can destroy our lives, and of course, … [Read more...] about Top 10 House Pests
How to Get Rid of Mosquitoes without Pesticides
Mosquitoes are a danger to human lives as they carry deadly diseases that can kill you in one bite. Naturally, you would want them removed from your home as soon as possible so they can no longer harm you or your family. The most common practice to get rid of mosquitoes is by using pesticides. But chemicals from pesticides bring a new round of complications and danger to human … [Read more...] about How to Get Rid of Mosquitoes without Pesticides
Top 10 Blood-Sucking Pests
Some pests damage your lawn and garden, pools, and your landscape. But probably the most annoying and very hard to get rid of are pests that suck your blood to survive. Unfortunately, some are more dangerous than others and can be fatal once they decide they want a taste of your blood. Some are very common, some are hiding just under your bed, and some are unique. Quick … [Read more...] about Top 10 Blood-Sucking Pests