Aphids are tiny soft-bodied pests that feed on a variety of plants, including vegetables, ornamentals, trees, shrubs, and houseplants. Because they reproduce quickly and have multiple generations per ...

When you think of essential oils, self-care probably comes to mind first — use a few drops in a relaxing bath or as part of a soothing massage. Or you may be a skeptic who doubts any powers essential ...

There are many friendly insects in the garden, from bees to butterflies, but there are also pests. Once a plant is happily rooted and growing in the backyard, much of the gardener’s job is to protect ...

Tending to a houseplant is therapeutic and has benefits for our physical and mental health. But it can be more than a little frustrating when you realise that your plant is attracting bugs, insects ...