The cure for leaf miners

Are little road maps appearing in the leaves of your poor plants? This week on You Bet Your Garden, host Mike McGrath reveals the surprising cure for leaf miners!

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May 23rd, 2009

Pesticides and herbicides

Are you using, or tempted to use, chemical pesticides and herbicides on your lawn or garden? This week on You Bet Your Garden, host Mike McGrath hopes to "Round Up" your attention with what may be the most important "Question of the Week" he's ever answered!

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May 16th, 2009

Taking care of pests without poisons

Are indoor moth pests eating the clothes in your closet as well as the snacks in your scullery? On this week's You Bet Your Garden, host Mike McGrath shares a 'sexy' way to end the problem-without poisons of course! Plus, Mike talks about the secret origin of American gardening with "The Brother Gardeners" author Andrea Wulf.

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May 9th, 2009

Chemical free organic lawn care

Is it possible to get truly chemical free organic lawn care from a commercial provider? This week on You Bet Your Garden, host Mike McGrath reveals the questions that you need to ask - and the answers you should receive - to be sure you get sustainable lawn care.

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May 2nd, 2009

The wonderful world of ornamental grasses

Would you like dramatic, instant height in your garden? How about screening from nosy neighbors and busy streets? This week on You Bet Your Garden, host Mike McGrath will take you on a tour of the wonderful world of ornamental grasses.

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