Find out if there are fewer bugs after harsh winter, which early springtime critters to look out for, and the best plants for ...

Do you know why the vegetable band sounded a little off at the concert the other night? They were missing a beet. On any given summer evening, you can usually find me in one of two places. I’m either ...

Every gardener hits that moment. You walk outside with your morning coffee, feeling hopeful, and then you spot it. Chewed ...

These companion plants for garlic—including vegetables, flowers, and herbs—can increase your yield and naturally deter pests.

July and August in the vegetable garden typically bring bountiful harvests of colorful vegetables. These are also the months when insect pests can really make their presence known, with plant and ...

Wasps are often viewed as scary insects to see flying around your home, but if you have an outdoor garden, their appearance ...

insects may appear colorful, fascinating, or even harmless, some people are terrified of them. I can already hear the squeals…”ewww, go away”…or words to that effect. Often, that’s followed by a soft ...

There are nearly 1 million known insect species on Earth, and just 2% of these insects are harmful to plants, animals or humans. Managing insects in the vegetable garden and home landscape requires an ...

If you have a lot of pests and bugs in your yard, these plants and flowers could be the very reason why.

Baton Rouge, LA (KPLC) - Growing vegetables is a source of both food and pleasure for many of us. It’s disappointing when pests take away from the fruits of our labor. Most insects are not pests, but ...

Fungal diseases can present themselves in various ways, some clearer than others. Fungal disease and pests will never stop. Whether you're a first time gardener or a seasoned grower, experts have ...

One of the special joys of home vegetable gardening is harvesting vine-ripened tomatoes. Many gardeners have planted their tomatoes by now. It’s not too late to plant tomato transplants if you have ...