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The Country School Farm

Safe Starting a Christmas Cactus

Safe Starting a Christmas Cactus

A practical, beginner-friendly guide to starting a Christmas cactus safely, plus easy fixes for limp stems, bud drop, wrinkling, rot, pests, and more.

Why Mushrooms Are Growing in Your Yard

Why Mushrooms Are Growing in Your Yard

Mushrooms usually signal moisture and decaying organic matter, not a dying lawn. Here is how to identify common causes, reduce outbreaks, and know when to wo...

Do Deer Eat Sunflower Plants?

Do Deer Eat Sunflower Plants?

Deer love sunflower seedlings and flower buds. Use these fast, realistic organic strategies to keep your sunflowers standing tall all season.

Get Rid of Roaches Naturally

Get Rid of Roaches Naturally

A realistic, step-by-step plan to reduce roaches using natural remedies, smart cleaning, safe baits, monitoring traps, and long-term prevention.

Smells That Repel Roaches

Smells That Repel Roaches

A step-by-step guide to roach-deterring smells, how to use them correctly, and the control methods that actually finish the job.

Planting Amaryllis Bulbs Outside

Planting Amaryllis Bulbs Outside

A simple DIY guide to planting amaryllis outdoors: where they thrive, how deep to plant, care through the season, and what to do in winter.

DIY Flea and Tick Spray for the Garden

DIY Flea and Tick Spray for the Garden

Practical garden advice for mixing and using DIY flea and tick sprays. Includes recipes, application tips, safety notes, and yard fixes that reduce pests lon...

Eco-Friendly Home Remedies for Cat Fleas

Eco-Friendly Home Remedies for Cat Fleas

A practical, eco-friendly flea plan for cats and homes: wash, vacuum, trap, and treat the environment safely. Plus what not to use and when to see a vet.

Treating Termites: Beginner Care Guide

Treating Termites: Beginner Care Guide

A clear, step-by-step guide to identifying termites, picking a treatment approach, and preventing reinfestation. Practical tips for homeowners and garden sheds.

When to Dig Up Potatoes

When to Dig Up Potatoes

From new potatoes to full harvest and storage, here is how to tell when your potatoes are ready and how to dig them up cleanly.

How Deep to Plant Garlic Cloves

How Deep to Plant Garlic Cloves

Planting depth makes or breaks your garlic. Use these simple depth rules, soil-based adjustments, and natural fixes to grow stronger plants and bigger bulbs.

Home Remedies to Get Rid of Roaches

Home Remedies to Get Rid of Roaches

A gardener-friendly guide to roach control using simple home remedies, targeted baiting, and prevention around kitchens, garages, and garden areas.

How to Make a Bee Sting Stop Hurting

How to Make a Bee Sting Stop Hurting

Step-by-step tips to stop bee sting pain fast, reduce swelling, calm itching, and spot warning signs of an allergic reaction.

Ultimate Deer Deterrent Flowers How-To

Ultimate Deer Deterrent Flowers How-To

A practical, step-by-step guide to planting deer deterrent flowers, layering scent and texture, and protecting new plants until they establish.

How to Care for Phalaenopsis Orchids

How to Care for Phalaenopsis Orchids

Keep moth orchids healthy and blooming with realistic, step-by-step care advice on watering, light, repotting, and troubleshooting.

What Kills Fleas Fast

What Kills Fleas Fast

A practical, step-by-step flea knockout plan for pets, your home, and the yard. Learn what works fast, what to avoid, and how to stop fleas from coming back.

Mosquito Repellent Plants for Outdoors

Mosquito Repellent Plants for Outdoors

A realistic outdoor guide to mosquito-repellent plants, placement tips, container ideas, and proven add-ons like water control, fans, and personal repellents...

Do I Have Bed Bugs or Garden Pests?

Do I Have Bed Bugs or Garden Pests?

Simple, realistic checks to tell bed bugs from outdoor insects, plus practical steps to protect your home, beds, and garden without panic.

When to Cut Back Hydrangeas

When to Cut Back Hydrangeas

The timing depends on the type. Use this clear guide to identify your hydrangea and prune it at the right time for bigger, better blooms.

Eco-Friendly, Cat-Friendly Indoor Plants

Eco-Friendly, Cat-Friendly Indoor Plants

A practical guide to choosing cat-safe indoor plants and caring for them with low-waste, eco-friendly habits. Includes safe plant picks, placement tips, and ...