They may be cute, but birds and mammals can wreak havoc in your garden. Here are some of the most irritating garden pests and ...

Using spices from the kitchen cupboard is a quick and easy way to prevent pest infestations in your garden borders ...

The color of your lawn is the first surefire way of knowing if you’ve got pests. Pests love to hide in your grass, especially ...

Cicadas are a nuisance, but that doesn't mean they're dangerous. Here's what to know about the harm to you and your yard ...

Gnats are out in force in metro Phoenix this spring. Here's why so many are getting in your house, what attracts them and how ...

Control: Planting tomatoes as late as possible helps to avoid the most severe onslaught of flea beetles. Trap crops such as ...

Spring is a time of rebirth, when the whole world seems to come back to life. Trees open their leaves up and insects emerge from winter hiding. But that’s also when the trouble starts—some ...

LANSING – As gardening season gets underway, the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) is asking people to learn about the risks posed by invasive plant pests, diseases and ...

Capsaicin, the main compound in chili peppers that makes them spicy, is a well-known natural pest repellent. Most insects and ...

Due to its insect-repelling qualities, catnip generally isn’t bothered by pests—unless you count stray cats. Catnip may occasionally contract powdery mildew, which looks like white powder on the ...

Flowering herbs, like lavender, thyme and basil, are also good companions for your fruits and vegetables, and they add layers ...

Multiple health violations at a Five Points restaurant included a gap at the building's rear door that could be a potential ...