Thinking that all insects are bad for your plants is wrong. Although there are quite a number of those who bring nothing but threats to your plants, there are still a few insects who are beneficial and helpful. These “good” insects help thwart out the “bad” ones by preying on them. Generally, by attracting natural predators, you can keep your garden safe from insect pests without having to use chemicals.

Learn more about:

• Examples of beneficial insects
• Identifying bad pests
• Attracting beneficial insects to your garden

Read the full article here: https://www.diynetwork.com/how-to/outdoors/gardening/beneficial-insects

Adding some quirky details to your planters must be nice to at least bring out some fun to your home gardening. Not only can it be aesthetically beneficial for your home, but it could also be a great conversation starter for any home visitor. Not to mention how personalizing planters can be a fun and memorable activity for you and your family to bond with. Enjoy!

Tools:

• Paint brushes
• Scissors (optional)

Materials:

• pot with drainage holes
• potting soil
• craft supplies (glass stones, buttons, small polished rocks, tempura paint, permanent markers, twine, googly eyes, pipe cleaners, wine corks, colored felt, tiny shells, etc.)
• outdoor craft glue or waterproof epoxy
• hairlike plant, such as Mexican feather grass or carex

Read the full article here: https://www.diynetwork.com/how-to/make-and-decorate/crafts/personalize-your-planters–put-a-face-on-your-pots