Worst Garden Pests & How to Get Rid of Them for Good

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Gardening is a rewarding activity that can beautify your home and provide fresh produce, but it also comes with its challenges, including pests.

Here’s a detailed guide  on identifying and dealing with some of the worst offenders.

Aphids

Aphids are small, sap-sucking insects that cluster on the undersides of leaves and on new growth. They come in various colors, including green, black, brown, and pink. Aphids can cause leaves to curl, wilt, or yellow and can stunt plant growth.

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Japanese Beetles

Japanese beetles are metallic blue-green with bronze wing covers, about 1/2 inch long. They feed on the leaves and flowers of over 300 different plants, leaving behind skeletonized foliage and damaged blooms.

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Slugs & Snails

These mollusks are notorious for their appetite for leaves, stems, flowers, and fruits. They are especially active at night and during wet conditions, leaving a slimy trail and irregular holes in foliage.

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Caterpillars

These are the larval stages of moths and butterflies. While butterflies and moths can be beneficial for pollination, their larvae can cause significant damage to plants by chewing on leaves and fruits.

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