Battle infestations of aphids, stink bugs, and other garden pests the natural way—with more bugs.

Ever notice how some gardens seem to thrive with fewer pests and more blooms? The secret often lies in attracting the right insects. Beneficial bugs can be your garden’s best friends, helping you ...

Pexels Somewhere between the vegetable patch and the flower border, there’s a small crisis unfolding. The insects that keep ...

Sometimes the fight against pest problems can feel relentless. You try everything from using pest-repellent plants to removing pests by hand, and yet some pests have a way of sticking around and ...

Bug zappers have long been touted as one of the most effective and affordable forms of pest control. In reality, most of them ...

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 ...

Above: lady beetles are being released into Purdue greenhouses as a biological control agent. Photo by Purdue University. Some insects are pests, but not all insects are bad. Overwhelmingly, the ...

There are many beneficial insects that you can attract to your garden to help control populations of bad bugs. This simple ...

HERE AND THERE. LET’S HEAD TO GREEN. WELCOME TO TODAY’S GROW GREEN WHERE AT BLUE SEAL AND MILFORD. AND I’M JOINED BY RACHEL MAZZINI FROM UNHCR EXTENSION AND RACHEL, IT MAY SEEM LIKE A KIND OF A ...

Many people know ladybugs are good for gardens, but they are often surprised to learn about the incredible network of insects ...

In the diverse ecosystems of Sonoma County gardens, beneficial insects are making a significant impact. These insects, often unnoticed or misunderstood, are vital players in the health and ...