If you’ve ever had to get rats or ants out of the home, you know it can be a nightmare. Don’t let pest control be an afterthought. Follow these 5 simple tips to keep your home naturally pest free. Whether it’s spiders in the basement or a squirrel in the attic,...
Desperate to eliminate ants? But don’t want to spray chemicals? Have you tried cleaning, caulking, or store-bought ant “traps” to no avail? Some get success with ant baits over-the-counter. Others find ants coming back every year no matter what. In...
You’d really hate to kill the rat (rats?) you’ve been seeing in the garden – or hearing in the walls at night. But you know they are problematic for your home & health. What is the most humane way to kill rats? What other methods work to keep rodents...
Startled by a huge brown—gray spider scurrying across your floor? Wondering if it was a hobo spider & how to get rid of it? Look no further. Before you call the spider exterminator, check these tips to get smart with hobo spider control in the home. Are Hobo...
When looking for the best natural spider repellents, there’s actually lots of great options. Using all natural spider repellents as part of an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) program can be a safe and effective way to get rid of spiders around the house. Why Do We...
Now more than ever, folks are wondering how to start a permaculture garden. This article will detail some creative ways to jumpstart your soil for the best start to a permaculture garden. First let’s try to define permaculture… What is Permaculture?...
In Portland rat control is incredibly important. We have a multitude of gardens, aging garages and old homes that are totally vulnerable to city rats. This article describes why ignoring rats might create more problems for the environment later, and what we can do...
With all the harsh chemicals out there today, people want all natural pest control products for their homes. Generally, natural pest control chemicals are safer for humans and pets than synthetic ones. But they’re not always regulated the same. This article...
New pioneer gardeners and habitat restoration managers are wondering which species might be the best trees to plant for climate change. This article explains why we think Willamette Valley Ponderosa pine and Oregon white oak might be the best trees to plant to stand...
You might ask yourself what are the best soil amendments when your garden and trees start looking sad. The best soil amendments are different than plant fertilizers because they feed the soil. A healthy soil food web is always the best way to get good garden pest...
