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Skip the poisons — natural pest-control solutions can work just as well without exposing you to dangerous chemicals.
Chemical pesticides cost more than organic ones, which are generally safer for you and your family.
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Grow plants that naturally repel pests. Basil is a good candidate, as its odor is unpleasant to tons of garden pests.
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Invest in trap crops — plants that’ll draw pests’ attention away from the ones you want to protect. These decoys can do wonders for gardens.
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