1 rich Libsyn https://www.libsyn.com 90 600 Spring has sprung, and so have weeds, pests, and garden invaders! In this episode of The Backyard Naturalists, hosts Debbie and Laurie dig into eco-friendly solutions for common yard and garden challenges. From natural weed control methods like solarization and manual removal to chemical-free pest management with neem oil, diatomaceous earth, and even beer traps (yes, really!)—this episode is packed with practical, planet-friendly tips. &amp;nbsp; Learn how to attract beneficial insects, identify pesky plant invaders, and protect your spring blooms without harming the environment or disrupting your local food chain. Whether you're a seasoned green thumb or a backyard beginner, you’ll find something useful—and fun—in this lively conversation rooted in nature-friendly wisdom. &amp;nbsp; If you have ideas for topics that you'd like us to pursue, send us a message either on our Facebook page or our website. We would really like to hear from you. &amp;nbsp; Connect with the Backyard Naturalists on the Web, Facebook and Instagram. &amp;nbsp; Please visit and support our presenting sponsor, Backyard Birds at http://www.thebirdfoodstore.com/. A mecca for bird lovers and bird watchers, Backyard Birds is an independent family-owned business located in Matthews, NC (next to Dairy Queen), just southeast of Charlotte. &amp;nbsp; Thanks for listening to The Backyard Naturalists.&amp;nbsp; We hope you have a day filled with the wonders of nature. Get outside and take a walk on the wild side! Please don’t forget to leave a 5-star review for The Backyard Naturalists podcast. &amp;nbsp; Production services for The Backyard Naturalists podcast are provided by Downtown Podcasting. To start a conversation on how you can have a podcast, simply send an email to info@downtownpodcasting.com. The Backyard Naturalists http://www.thebackyardnaturalists.com <iframe title="Libsyn Player" style="border: none" src="//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/35977735/height/90/theme/custom/thumbnail/yes/direction/forward/render-playlist/no/custom-color/88AA3C/" height="90" width="600" scrolling="no" allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen></iframe> https://assets.libsyn.com/secure/item/35977735