Most gardeners reach for the spray bottle the moment they spot a pest. But that reflex may be doing more harm than good, ...

These tiny insects can wreak havoc on your garden. Whiteflies will suck the sap out of plant leaves, causing them to yellow and weaken. Removing or hosing down the infested leaves can help quell these ...

The best tool in your prevention arsenal is awareness. Look around your home to detect any changes. You can be looking for anything from new, small dirt disturbances to specific piles of wood or plant ...

Cucumber beetles are one of the most problematic pests for cucumbers, but even these pesky insects are no match for nasturtiums. Research has found that nasturtiums emit a peppery fragrance that ...

While harmless, centipedes in your home can make you feel icky. Luckily, there's an easy home remedy that doesn't involve pesticides that can deter them.

And the truth is, you may be unknowingly inviting pests inside. Read on for expert advice on how to avoid common habits that ...

Have you noticed big green caterpillars eating your tomato plants? Then your crops are likely being feasted on by tomato ...

Kenny Coogan: Your products are billed as safe enough for schools and hospitals. How exactly do they work without harsh synthetic chemicals? J.B. Williams: I’m a chemical engineer and what we call ...

A thriving garden is full of life, but not all living organisms are beneficial to plant growth. In addition to butterflies, bees, and earthworms, there are many insects that feed on leaves, stems, ...

Songbirds and coffee farms in Central America. Ladybugs and soybean fields in the Midwest. These are well-known, win-win stories of how conserving natural habitat can benefit farmers. But an ...