Many people believe that all insects are harmful pests, but the fact is that most insects areharmless and some are actually beneficial. There are nearly one million known species of insects on the ...

There are good garden bugs and bad ones. The more good bugs, the less bad bugs will appear. Readers ask how to tell if a bug is one to spray for or leave alone. The National Garden Bureau lists their ...

Ginny Bartolone began writing DIY and home improvement guides nearly 10 years ago, covering everything from energy-efficient appliances to cracked foundations. Whether she's compiling cost information ...

As gardeners, we’re often battling an infestation of aphids on our roses or stink bugs on our tomatoes. But what if we could enlist some natural help by creating an environment that’s welcoming to the ...

As gardeners, we all know that there are benefits of having good bugs in our yards, and It seems that bugs are plentiful this year, since the heat came on early. However, most insects, spiders and ...

Designing a garden to attract beneficial insects may seem simple, but the process is much more intricate than many think. When done right, however, what’s known as an insectary garden can help keep ...

Assorted bugs reach their crescendo in the summer landscape, causing varying levels of alarm to gardeners nervous at seeing swarms near the plants. While a few bugs can do serious plant harm and even ...

Provide good air circulation (“Low air flow can create a breeding ground for some pests,” says Hancock). One main way bugs ...

Use repellants and protective clothing to avoid tick bites that can spread Lyme disease. Natural strategies work best in combatting pests such as Colorado potato beetles, striped cucumber beetles, ...