# Encore Episode: Spring Weeds, Pests, and Planet-Friendly Solutions

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Podcast: [The Backyard Naturalists](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-backyard-naturalists-4262914)
Published: 2026-04-04T11:57:00+00:00
Episode link: https://thebackyardnaturalists.libsyn.com/encore-episode-spring-weeds-pests-and-planet-friendly-solutions
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## Resource

This week on The Backyard Naturalists , we're bringing back a timely favorite from last spring as an encore presentation packed with practical, eco-friendly garden advice. Debbie and Laurie revisit smart, natural solutions for some of the season's most common backyard headaches, including weeds, garden pests, and unwanted plant invaders. From weed control methods like solarization and hand-pulling to chemical-free pest strategies using neem oil, diatomaceous earth, and even beer traps, this episode is full of easy, earth-friendly ideas for a healthier yard and garden. You'll also hear tips for attracting beneficial insects, protecting spring flowers, and managing problem plants without disrupting the environment or harming your local ecosystem. Whether you're a longtime gardener or just getting started with your backyard habitat, this encore episode offers plenty of helpful information, nature-based wisdom, and a few fun surprises along the way. Send us your ideas for future episode topics on our Facebook page or through our website — we'd love to hear from you.

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