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						 Pests include all those living organisms larger than 
						microscopic in size, that cause damage to plants. From slimy 
						slugs to despicable deer, these creature feed on our 
						plants or cause havoc in our gardens. Although there 
						are many approaches to controlling these critters, 
						perhaps the most effective is to alter the environment. 
						Each animal has certain requirements for habitat that 
						must be met for them to thrive and multiply. It is not 
						always feasible but finding a way to make our landscape 
						less desirable for these critters will be the best long 
						term solution. Here are some topics that might be of interest for 
						the home landscape: |