Our expert herbalist teaches you how to make a safe and effective natural insect repellent spray with three essential oils.

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Autumn tends to be the time slugs will be more active in their garden as their mating season ... best way to deter these pests is to make a homemade spray made out of garlic.

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Learn about the most common fall pests, their signs and effective removal tips to keep your home pest-free this season.

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