Pests

The box tree moth can cause significant damage in a very short time. myHOMEBOOK explains whether it can be controlled with baking soda.

More and more often, you see trash bags draped over boxwood shrubs. This trick is supposed to help against the box tree moth. Does it really work?

Ants are generally unwelcome in the house. myHOMEBOOK reveals whether and how petroleum jelly can help against ants.

Silverfish are not only comfortable in the kitchen or bathroom but also in the bed. What should you do if you find silverfish in the bedroom?

There are various methods to combat the box tree moth and its caterpillars. myHOMEBOOK presents them.

Sometimes, an elephant's foot plant needs to be pruned for specific reasons. myHOMEBOOK explains how to do it and what to keep in mind.

Nettles can be transformed into fertilizer. myHOMEBOOK explains how to easily make nettle manure.

When dealing with a Pharaoh ant infestation, one should never attempt to combat them with insect spray.

There are both beneficial and harmful grubs. Here, you'll learn which ones they are and how to distinguish between the larvae.

When trees are painted white, there can be various reasons behind it. myHOMEBOOK inquired at a tree nursery.

There are many chemical products that get rid of ants and spiders in the home. However, home remedies can also help in driving away pests.

Ants can become quite a nuisance—especially indoors. myHOMEBOOK reveals three ways to deter ants.

Snails don't spare the vegetables in raised beds either. Here's how to effectively get rid of these pests.

Insecticides can help against bothersome mosquitoes. However, my consultation about insecticides left much to be desired.

You often find bugs on blackberries. While they don't pose a significant threat, they can negatively affect the taste of the berries.

Houseflies can become a nuisance, especially in the summer—even indoors. What can be done to combat these pesky insects?

Many amateur gardeners use slug pellets to combat the crawling pests. However, slug pellets can be toxic to pets and children.

The Australian beetle is one of the most persistent pantry pests in German households. How can you get rid of it?

Rats transmit diseases and are unwelcome. With a few tips, you can keep rats out of your own garden. myHOMEBOOK explains what to look out for.

The strawberry blossom weevil damages flower buds and can cause yield losses. Here's how to identify and control the beetle in time.

There are several methods to get rid of aphids. However, there's also a mistake that can attract aphids to your garden.

Many insects easily fly into homes but struggle to find their way back outside. myHOMEBOOK explains why this happens.

What Really Works Against Garden Pests? How to Repel Slugs, Aphids, and Voles? Find Out Here.

Copper tape can help combat snails in the garden. myHOMEBOOK explains how it works and what to watch out for.

Silverfish in the bathroom or kitchen can be a nuisance. myHOMEBOOK explains how to prevent and combat silverfish.

Ants are not pests in the garden. If you still want to get rid of them in a gentle way, you can follow a few tips.

You don't have to call an exterminator to remove larder beetles from your home. myHOMEBOOK shows you how to get rid of them.

Drain flies find their way into our homes via the sewage system. What you can do in the event of an insect infestation.

If you find a black fungus beetle in your home, this is usually a clear warning sign. But is the black fungus beetle harmful?

Certain electronic music is said to be able to repel mosquitoes. At least, that's what researchers from Thailand have discovered.

Stink bugs are drawn to warm homes in the fall. How to keep them out of your home and why you shouldn't suck them in.

If snails are a protected species, you are not allowed to catch or kill them. These are the protected snail species.

A trick using aluminum foil and water is said to be able to repel insects such as mosquitoes and flies. myHOMEBOOK asked a professional.

Especially in summer, mosquitoes can be quite annoying. myHOMEBOOK explains how to easily make your own anti-mosquito candle.

Mites are present in every household and can trigger allergies. This makes it all the more important to combat dust mites.

In the summer, mosquitoes can be incredibly irritating. myHOMEBOOK offers tips on how to effectively keep mosquitoes out of your home.