Organic pest control – Natural bug and insect repellents

.Thanks to “howdini” for posting this informative video on YouTube. Here’s their description of the video…

When it comes to insects in your garden, it’s a bug eat bug world, so don’t panic. Some bugs are good for plants. But how to control the bad ones without chemicals? Here’s great advice from Scott Meyer, editor of Organic Gardening magazine…

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Susan’s Lawn Gardens is pleased to feature this article from today’s guest author, STEPHANIEH. She is an expert on water saving techniques, so we feel very comfortable recommending her work to our visitors.

Rain Barrel Maintenance

by StephanieH

Rain barrels easily make a great addition to any backyard. Not only do they help save money, but they can have a great impact on the preservation of the earth’s natural resources. Although rain barrels are very low maintenance, it is still very important that they are taken care of properly to keep your water clean and your barrel useful for many years to come.

When you first receive your rain barrel you will want to make sure to use a non-toxic cleaner to clean out the interior of the barrel prior to its first use. Make sure to rinse it thoroughly and to dispose of the water properly. After the first cleaning, you will want to rinse your barrel out with a non-toxic cleaner annually. Read the rest of this entry »