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Another common issue is plants that crowd ... they also attract similar pests, like leafminers," says Singh. Sage can grow into a small shrub, which is bad news for spinach.

Rats tend to become a problem during the winter, as they seek shelter to stay warm, preferably somewhere with food nearby.