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  Bamboo is a beautiful ornamental plant, but it can be a nightmare when it comes to removing it. Its roots can spread like wildfire, making it extremely difficult to get rid of. And even if you think you've gotten rid of all of it, a single shoot left behind can sprout new bamboo plants and the cycle starts all over again. Moreover, if bamboo gets out of control, it can even cause damage to other plants in the yard, or to structures like fences and walls. Not only that, but it can even spread into the yards of neighbors, causing conflict and resentment. If you're struggling to remove bamboo from your yard, this guide will offer different solutions for removing it, as well as tips on how to use it effectively. Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. We may receive commissions on purchases made from our chosen links with no extra cost to you. Learn more. Contents METHODS OF REMOVAL: Digging One of the effective ways to get rid of bamboo is by digging up t...

  Are you tired of dealing with pesky weeds in your garden? Then it's time to arm yourself with the right tools for the job!  This guide will show you how to choose the right tools that will help you get the job done quickly and efficiently. You might even find a new favorite tool that you never knew existed.  In addition to tools specifically for weeding, we'll also cover some other helpful tools and equipment that can make weeding easier. Read on to learn more. Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. We may receive commissions on purchases made from our chosen links with no extra cost to you. Learn more. Contents Pro Tip : When shopping for weeding tools, it's important to know what kind of weeds you're dealing with because different weeds require different tools and techniques to get rid of them. Some weeds have shallow roots and others have deep roots which require a tool that can dig deep into the soil to remove the roots. Hula Hoes Hula ho...

  Poison ivy is a well-known plant that contains urushiol, a plant oil that can cause skin reactions if you come into contact with it. Even if you don't actually touch a poison ivy plant, urushiol can cause skin reaction through indirect contact. For instance through plant's oils on surfaces like gardening tools, camping equipment, clothes, pets' fur, or anything that had direct contact with the sap of poison ivy. This plant can grow anywhere as a vine or shrub. It can creep along the ground, blend in with other plants, up fences, or trees. In this guide, you'll learn what exactly poison ivy looks like, what you should do if you touch it, how to protect yourself from this plant, and how to get rid of it in your yard. Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. We may receive commissions on purchases made from our chosen links with no extra cost to you. Learn more. Contents Section 1: Treatment For Skin Contacted by Urushiol If you have come into cont...

Crabgrass is undoubtedly the most troublesome plant taking a devastating toll on the lawn. Not only does it rob the lawn of resources needed for growth, but it also hosts pests and diseases which can infect your lawn. Therefore, I've compiled a useful guide to help you understand and eliminate crabgrass. So how to get rid of crabgrass in the lawn? The effective way to eradicate crabgrass is to apply the right pre-emergent crabgrass killer that will inhibit germination and the establishment of crabgrass seeds. But if you already have existing crabgrass, you can use a post-emergent crabgrass killer to tackle the problem or pluck out the emerging crabgrass plant as soon as you spot it. All these methods can be used at different times depending on various factors. This article will give you detailed information for all your questions. Read on to learn more. This post contains affiliate links. Whenever you buy something through one of these, we get a small commission without any extra c...