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Decide if the Pest is a Problem

Choose the Safest Treatments

Different Ways to Keep Pests Away

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These actions either directly kill the pest or make it very difficult for them to survive. For instance, turning the soil in your garden over with a hoe can expose garden pests to birds that may eat them. You can also get rid of snails, slugs and unwanted caterpillars by handpicking them off the plant. Another method would be to use a strong spray of water to remove aphids from plants.

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